The Steeple Grange Light Railway, located near Wirksworth in Derbyshire, offers visitors a unique journey through the region’s rich industrial heritage. This volunteer-operated 18-inch gauge railway operates on the trackbed of the former Killer’s Branch of the Cromford and High Peak Railway, now part of the High Peak Trail.
Visitors can enjoy a 25-minute round-trip train ride along the main line to Middleton, traversing dramatic limestone cuttings, and a shorter trip along the branch line into Steeplehouse Quarry. The trains are powered by ex-industrial diesel, petrol, and battery-electric locomotives, with passengers seated in old manriders once used to convey miners below ground.
Operating on Sundays and Bank Holidays from Easter to October, and on Saturdays during the summer holidays, the railway provides an engaging experience for all ages. Parking is available on-site, though limited; additional parking can be found at the National Stone Centre and Black Rocks, with a short walk along the High Peak Trail to the railway. ([sglr.co.uk](https://www.sglr.co.uk/how-to-find-us?utm_source=openai))
The site is dog-friendly, allowing visitors to bring their pets along for the ride. While there are no on-site food and drink facilities, nearby options are available for refreshments. ([wheretogowithkids.co.uk](https://wheretogowithkids.co.uk/activities/steeple-grange-light-railway/?utm_source=openai))
For more detailed information, including current operating times and ticket prices, please visit the Steeple Grange Light Railway’s official website.
