Bury
Bury is a busy market town just beyond the Lancashire border, closely tied to the heritage of the East Lancashire Railway. Bolton Street Station is a key focal point, with its preserved platforms, booking office and gift shop, while across the road the Bury Transport Museum is housed in a former goods warehouse, showcasing vehicles and stories from the region’s transport past.
The town itself offers plenty to see and do, with Bury Market a major draw, known for its wide range of stalls and local specialities, including the famous Bury Black Pudding. Alongside the market, you’ll find museums, galleries and theatres adding to the cultural mix, as well as shopping centres and independent stores, making Bury a popular stop for both heritage and retail.
Reach bury from Rawtenstall in Lancashire, travelling on the East Lancashire Railway line.

Bury Businesses
Dining with Distinction at East Lancashire Railway
Enjoy first class service and fine dining behind one of our historic steam engines whilst journeying through the charming Lancashire countryside soaking up the picturesque panoramas as you go.
Read MoreEast Lancashire Railway Weddings
The East Lancashire Railway provides a memorable and quirky wedding experience, with a wide range of options and locations from receptions aboard dining trains and the luxury Observation Saloon to photo opportunities on the footplate.
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Nestled deep in the heart of the Irwell Valley, the East Lancashire Railway spans 12 miles of beautiful Lancastrian scenery and over a century of rich history.
Read MoreBury Transport Museum
The industrial heritage of the north west is brought to life before your very eyes.
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Villain Academy - East Lancashire Railway
Date: 13th Aug 2026
Join a rogue's gallery of vile villains on a journey to complete a dastardly quest.Your adventure includes a train ride from Bury to Rawtenstall and back, a roughly two-hour Villain experience with colourful characters, themed activiti...
Read MoreThe Dino Adventure - East Lancashire Railway
Dates: 7th Aug 2026 - 16th Aug 2026
Have you ever wanted to pet a pachycephalosaurus, get together with a Triceratops or tickle a T-Rex under the chin?Your adventure includes a train ride from Bury to Rawtenstall and back, a roughly two-hour dino experience with our prof...
Read MoreGoldilocks and Friends Teddy Bear Adventure - East Lancashire Railway
Date: 21st Aug 2026
If you go down to the woods today, you'll be sure of an amazing surprise!The Magic of Fairytales and Nursery Rhymes comes to life around you as Goldilocks and her friends tell tales of their adventures and introduce you to the cute and...
Read MorePeppa Pig - East Lancashire Railway
Date: 22nd Aug 2026
The East Lancashire Railway is thrilled to welcome back everyone's favourite cheeky little piggy.Come and meet Peppa Pig in the fantastic Bury Transport Museum. Just pre-book your general admission ticket and pick a meet & greet slot t...
Read MoreTravel to Wonderland - East Lancashire Railway
Date: 23rd Aug 2026
You're late, you're late, for a very important date!It's time to take a tumble down the Rabbit Hole for a curious adventure through Wonderland with Alice and her friends.Your adventure includes a train ride from Bury to Raw...
Read MoreDiesel Midweek Luncheon - East Lancashire Railway
Dates: 5th Aug 2026 - 26th Aug 2026
Sit back and relax in our luxury Pullman style carriages while we serve up some traditional hearty British classics.Meander through the Irwell valley while we take care of all the cooking and cleaning!What's Included?...
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