Heritage railways · North West England
Ribble Steam Railway
In or near Preston.
Ribble Steam Railway is a heritage railway in the United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1.5 h–3 h
- Best time of year
- Spring – autumn
- Nearest railway station
- Preston Riverside · 0.6 km
- Family-friendly
About
Ribble Steam Railway is a place of interest in Lancashire, North-West England. Built or established in 1985, it dates from the modern period. It sits within the Preston parliamentary constituency. The nearest railway station is Preston Riverside, about 0.6 km away. Postcode area PR2.
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Place summary
Ribble Steam Railway is a heritage railway located in North-West England, specifically in Lancashire. Established in 1985, it offers visitors a glimpse into modern steam locomotive operations. The railway operates along a scenic route, showcasing the enduring appeal of steam transport.
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- Coordinates
- 53.7595, -2.7447
- County
- Lancashire
- District
- Preston
- Parish
- Preston, unparished area
- Postcode
- PR2 2FS
- Parliamentary constituency
- Preston
- Established
- 1985
- Nearest railway station
- Preston Riverside — 0.6 km
Sources
- osm: w1191311824 (ODbL)
- commons: 5643 on the swing bridge - geograph.org.uk - 1697655.jpg (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Ribble Steam Railway?
- Ribble Steam Railway is in Lancashire, North-West England, United Kingdom (postcode PR2 2FS), in the parish of Preston, unparished area.
- What is Ribble Steam Railway?
- Ribble Steam Railway is a heritage railway in the United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Ribble Steam Railway?
- The nearest railway station is Preston Riverside, about 0.6 km away. Drivers can use postcode PR2 2FS.
- When was Ribble Steam Railway built?
- Built or established in 1985.
- How do I get to Ribble Steam Railway?
- The nearest railway station is Preston Riverside, about 0.6 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode PR2 2FS.