Steeple Grange Light Railway

The Steeple Grange Light railway is located in Wirksworth, Derbyshire. It is a volunteer-operated 18-inch gauge line and it is built on the trackbed of the Killer’s Branch of the old Cromford and High Peak railway now the High Peak Trail.

Things to do at Steeple Grange Light Railway

Passengers are carried in old man riders once used to convey miners below ground. You can enjoy a unique 25-minute round-trip train ride up their mainline to Middleton. You will pass through dramatic limestone cuttings. Plus a shorter trip along their branch line into Steeplehouse Quarry.

There are volunteers on hand on most operating days to answer questions about the railway and show visitors the fossils which can be found in the area.

Important Information Steeple Grange Light railway

Is there food and drink available?

There are places nearby for food and drinks.

What are the main things to do?

Passengers are carried in old man riders once used to convey miners below ground. A unique 25-minute round-trip train ride up their mainline to Middleton

What are the ticket prices?

Adults £5.00, children £3.00 and under 3s are free.
Prices are subject to change and/or discounts online.

Is there parking?

Parking is available onsite but is limited. The two closest car parks near the railway are the National Stone Centre and Black Rocks. We are then a short walk along the High Peak Trail

When are they open?

Steeple Grange Light railway runs on Sundays from April until the last Sunday in September. Please visit their website for up-to-date information. The railway may not operate in bad weather.