The railway uses coal fired steam engines on most of its trains and is located not far from Alton Towers and the borders of Cheshire and Derbyshire. The railway is 10.25 inch gauge which is equivalent to half size Narrow Gauge. The trains run whatever the weather and all are covered coaches. New since 2016 is the incorporation of the Isle of Mull Railway engines Frances, Victoria and Glen Auldyn into the fleet.

There are various special events throughout the year or you could plan to hold a birthday party, relax in the Platform 2 cafe, go bird watching by the lake or even drive a train!

To plan your day out to this fabulous location, please see their website.