80s Weekender

The Decade of Big Hair and Bigger Hits

For one feel-good weekend, we’re turning up the volume, embracing the neon and bringing the sights and sounds of the 1980s to life across the Worth Valley. From iconic hits and throwback vibes to colourful styles and retro touches, every corner of the railway will be packed with the spirit of the era.

Whether you remember the 80s the first time round or simply love the music, fashion and energy, this is your chance to relive (or discover) one of the most unforgettable decades. Expect a lively mix of nostalgia, entertainment and plenty of retro fun for all ages — all set against the backdrop of a heritage railway journey through Brontë Country.

So grab your leg warmers, dust off the denim and join us for a weekend that’s pure 80s from start to finish.

DATES

Saturday 11th July
Sunday 12th July

BOOK A DAY ROVER
A Day Rover is needed for entry into the Shed at Oxenhope for the Day Clubbers & the Two Tone Takeover.
So you can arrive at Oxenhope Station by train.

Day Clubbers Party

Step off the platform and straight onto the dance floor at oxenhope as the 1980s Weekender gets underway with our Day Clubbers Party!

Get ready for a neon-soaked afternoon of singalong classics and proper retro party vibes, featuring one of the UK’s top 80s tribute acts — That 80’s Thing.

Get ready for a neon-soaked afternoon of singalong classics and proper retro party vibes, featuring one of the UK’s top 80s tribute acts — That 80’s Thing.

Expect wall-to-wall hits from:
– Erasure, ABC & Culture Club
🎸 Duran Duran, Spandau Ballet & A-ha
👑 Queen, David Bowie & Elton John
💜 Prince, George Michael and plenty more besides

From synth-pop anthems to dancefloor fillers, it’s a full-throttle throwback to the decade of mixtapes, legwarmers and questionable fashion choices.

With the bar pouring, the tunes pumping and the atmosphere buzzing inside our unique heritage railway setting, this is your excuse to dust off the denim jacket and party like it’s 1985.


Big hair? Strongly encouraged
.
Shoulder pads? Optional but respected.
Dancing? Absolutely mandatory.

sat 11 july 1.30 PM to 5.30 PM

sat 11 july

1.30 PM TO 5:30 PM

A Proper Two-Tone Takeover

On Sunday 12th July, the Exhibition Shed at Oxenhope transforms into a full-blown ska party as one of the country’s top Madness tribute bands takes to the stage.

Get ready for an afternoon packed with nutty rhythms, pork pie hats and dancefloor chaos, celebrating the very best of Madness, The Specials, Bad Manners and the golden age of British ska.

Get ready for an afternoon packed with nutty rhythms, pork pie hats and dancefloor chaos, celebrating the very best of Madness, The Specials, Bad Manners and the golden age of British ska.

Expect all the singalong favourites including:
🏠 Our House
sing-along❤️ It Must Be Love
👖 Baggy Trousers
🎶 House of Fun
…and plenty more two-tone classics guaranteed to get the place bouncing.

With the bar open, the braces on and the atmosphere buzzing, this is your chance to skank the afternoon away inside our unique heritage railway setting.


Fezzes? Optional.
Dancing? Non-stop.
Enjoy Yourself? You’d better… it’s later than you think.

sun 12 july

Across the Railway

The whole Worth Valley will be turning back the clock for a weekend packed with 80s tunes!

sat 11 july at keighley

sun 12 july at keighley

EVENT INFORMATION

A Day Rover is needed for entry into the Shed at Oxenhope for the Day Clubbers & the Two Tone Takeover, so you can arrive at Oxenhope by train.

Regular fares are available, with full-line return on sale on the day at any booking office, along with single and return fares. Membership and Resident Railcard discounts are valid and can be used on the day.

TICKETON THE DAYONLINE 3 DAYS IN ADVANCE
Adult£24.00£21.60
Child (5-15)£12.00£10.80
Child under 5FREEFREE
Family Offers
One Adult & One Child£30.00£27.00
Two Adults & Three Children£60.00£54.00
Resident Railcard & Members£12.00N/A
book a day rover

If you live in Postcode areas BD16, BD18, BD20, BD21, or BD22, you can take advantage of special reduced fares by having a Residents Railcard. The website has more information about how to apply.

  Notes:
Oxenhope d
–
1015
1100
1145
1240
1340
1430
1520
1610
1655
1740
Haworth  d
0922
1022
1107
1152
1247
1347
1437
1527
1617
1702
1747
Oakworth d
0925
1025
1110
1155
1250
1350
1440
1530
1620
1705
1750
Damems d
0930x
1030x
1115x
1200x
1255x
1355x
1445x
1535x
1625x
1710x
1755x
Ingrow West d
0933
1033
1118
1203
1258
1358
1448
1538
1628
1713
1758
Keighley a
0943
1040
1125
1210
1305
1405
1455
1545
1635
1720
1805
  Notes:
Keighley d
1015
1100
1145
1240
1340
1430
1520
1610
1655
1740
Ingrow West d
1022
1107
1152
1247
1347
1437
1527
1617
1702
1747
Damems d
1025x
1110x
1155x
1250x
1350x
1440x
1530x
1620x
1705x
1750x
Oakworth d
1029
1114
1159
1259
1354
1444
1534
1629
1714
1759
Haworth d
1039
1124
1209
1404
1404
1454
1544
1634
1719
1804
Oxenhope a
1045
1130
1215
1310
1410
1500
1550
1640
1725 
1810

Key:

a Arrival Time
d Departure Time
x Request Stop. Passengers wishing to board should inform station staff. Passengers wishing to alight must advise the Train Guard before the train leaves the previous station.
National Rail Connections with National Rail services to Leeds, Bradford, Skipton & beyond
Rail Story Museum Alight at Ingrow for “Rail Story” museums & exhibitions.
Real Ale Bar Car This train includes a Real Ale Bar Car offering teas, coffees, soft drinks, real ales, wines and spirits, plus a tempting selection of snacks and confectionery.
Steam Train Steam Train
Diesel Train Diesel Train

Keighley & Worth Valley Railway is around 40 minutes from Leeds and 25 minutes from Bradford, and five of the six stations along the line have parking.

STATIONADDRESSPARKING
Keighley StationStation Bridge, Keighley. BD21 4HPLimited free parking
Ingrow West Station South Street, Ingrow, Keighley. BD21 5AX Large free parking
Damems Station Damems Lane, Damems, Keighley BD22 7AR No Access
Oakworth Station Station Road, Oakworth, Keighley. BD22 0DZ Small free uneven car park
Haworth Station Station Road, Haworth, Keighley. BD22 8NJ Large pay & display parking
Oxenhope Station Station Road, Oxenhope, Keighley. BD22 9LBLarge free parking & overflow
Make sure you use the correct postcode; the one listed on Google for Keighley & Worth Valley will take you to Haworth.

On the Bus

Transdev Keighley Bus Company buses serve Keighley, Skipton, Ilkley, Bradford, Leeds and surrounding areas click here for times of these services and all services through Haworth and the Worth Valley.

Shortlisted for the accolade of “Britain’s Most Scenic Bus Route”, Transdev service B3 provides a link from Hebden Bridge Station on the line from West Yorkshire via the Calder Valley route to Manchester Victoria. The service operates hourly from Hebden Bridge to Oxenhope, Haworth and Keighley, click here for times.

By Train

Keighley station is on the National Rail network. There are fast electric trains to Leeds & Bradford Forster Square every 30 minutes Monday – Saturday with an hourly service on Sundays. In Addition, Keighley is also served by long-distance trains between Leeds, Lancaster, Morecambe and, Carlisle & London Kings Cross.

Northern operates local rail services through Keighley. For train times and fares from your local station to Keighley, visit National Rail Enquiries.

All dogs travel free of charge.

Well-behaved dogs are welcome on our regular timetabled trains during the 1980s Weekender, provided they do not disturb or inconvenience other passengers. Please note that dogs are not permitted on carriage seats.

Due to the loud music and busy atmosphere, dogs are not permitted inside the Exhibition Shed at Oxenhope.

You can learn more about our four-legged friends by visiting the railway on our Dog Policy Page.

The Keighley & Worth Valley Railway attracts a wide range of visitors and welcomes everyone, regardless of age, gender, or impairment, whether physical, intellectual, or sensory. The KWVR strives to provide access for people of all ages, including those with mobility or other special needs, wherever possible.

We are committed to making everyone’s visit to the railway as enjoyable as possible.

You can find out more about it in the Accessibility Section of the website.