It's the last large scale steam event of the year, so make sure to mark it in your calendar, 16 – 18 October!
Climb aboard for a weekend of steam powered glory with the East Lancashire Railway's popular Autumn Steam Gala from 16 – 18 October. This is your chance to ride up and down the line behind the railway's incredible home fleet, as well as potential special guests.
The weekend will see an intensive, all steam timetable and all the usual bells and whistles of an ELR gala.
| Season (16 Oct 2026 - 18 Oct 2026) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Day | Times | |
| Friday - Sunday | 09:00 | - 17:00 |
Ticketing information available on the website.
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