Summer is steaming ahead at the Keighley & Worth Valley Railway, and June is packed with events, nostalgia, and unique experiences. Whether you’re here for classic locomotives, delicious food, or lively entertainment, there’s something for everyone this month!
Here’s what’s coming down the line…
Mid-Week Steam – 20% Off for Over 65s
Take a tranquil trip through the Worth Valley every Wednesday and Thursday this summer with our Mid-Week Steam services. Enjoy the charm of classic steam travel and the stunning scenery – all at a gentler pace. Passengers aged 65 and over can now enjoy 20% off on these mid-week services. Just bring proof of age and climb aboard!
Standard Fares apply, and the Resident Railcard and Membership Tickets are valid.
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🐟 Haworth Haddock | 7th June
The legendary Haworth Haddock returns on Friday 7th June for an evening of great food and toe-tapping tunes! Enjoy a scenic steam journey followed by traditional fish & chips at Oxenhope and live music from “Hit The Lights”, bringing the dancefloor to life.
Each ticket worth £31.00 will include the following:
- All Day Rover (for the day of your booking)
- Local Fish & Chips
- Two Round Trips onboard the Haworth Haddock
- Hit The Lights performing at Keighley Station
This is one of our most popular events – book now to avoid missing out!
Diesel Gala – A Full-Throttle Weekend: 14–16 June
Join us for the Diesel Gala from June 19th to 21st, a celebration of historic diesel traction on the KWVR. Featuring a fantastic roster of heritage diesel locos, including visiting guests and home fleet favourites, this is a must-see event for rail enthusiasts. Take a Break Van Ride behind one of the guest locomotives, and spend four days riding the rails!
Guests include: COLAS Class 37, 47714 BR Class 47 and 55009 BR Class 55 ‘Alycidon ‘, with others to be announced soon!
Home Fleet: D2511, D0226, D9520 and D32
Day Rovers Now on Sale!
☕ Afternoon Tea – Ride in Style & Savour the Taste
Step aboard a heritage carriage and indulge in a delicious Afternoon Tea, served as you travel through the Yorkshire countryside in timeless style. Enjoy fresh sandwiches, cakes, and scones with cream and jam.
Perfect for a treat or a special celebration – spaces fill quickly!
Tickets from £35 per person, including Afternoon Tea & a Day Rover.
1st June – Classic Afternoon Tea
8th June – Traditional Afternoon Tea
29th June – Ploughmans Lunch
Reserve Your Table
🎉 The Standard 4 Society – A Historic Event: 7th June
On Saturday 7th June, After 53 proud years of preserving and caring for two historic steam locomotives, the Standard 4 Locomotive Preservation Society finds itself at a turning point. Thanks to recent Keighley & Worth Valley Railway support, both engines are currently in full working order, having undergone vital boiler and mechanical overhauls.
Celebrate this milestone in preservation and take a journey behind both locomotives!
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That’s just a taste of what’s steaming ahead this month. Whether you’re here for music, locomotives, or tea and cake, June is the perfect time to visit. Stay tuned for more summer events coming soon!