Keighley & Worth Valley Light Railway

I actually had the privelige to go on the steam train through bronte country over the bank holiday when the weather was superb and I have to say its one of the best things I’ve done in a long time.
For those who can’t get to London to experience the actual Hogwarts express, the steam train provides a great substitute, and joked to my partner I was only missing a snowy owl: P
I can see that when weather isn’t too good it can be a bit of a dull journey but as the weather was lovely we were able to hang our heads out of the window and had an awesome time
I’d reccomend this to anyone, kids and adults alike will love it! Not to mention, the scenery is beautiful! But if your coming up to Yorkshire, at least give it a bash, even if its for one return journey to Haworth (definetley worth visiting!!)

We went on the railway by luck. The dismal weather put paid to a planned hike and so we drove out to Oxenhope, looking to take a ride up and down the line. Luckier still, it was the Steam Gala weekend, with a wonderful selection of steam trains running additional services. It was an awesome experience. The view is breathtaking from the train and the stations are quite beautiful. It’s not the longest journey and it goes very slowly. The day was more than a bit disorganised and confusion reigned supreme. However, it is more than worth a visit if you’re visiting Bronte Country.

The city of Leeds has so much to offer that is it difficult to sometimes look just that little bit further. However, there are some sparkling gems that deserve to be travelled for. The Worth valley Railway is one of those attractions.
Amid the enchanting hills of Haworth it lies and is an obvious train lover’s haven. Now I don’t have my anorak or NHS glasses on for this one as it really has so much more appeal than to just those really into their locomotives. It’s a sublime steam railway and is probably best known for the starring role it played in the film, the Railway Children. Yes feel free to run by the side of the line with knickers on your head shouting «my daddy, my daddy». That’s one for people who have seen said film me thinks.
It is yesteryear transport and the stations are still decked in old regalia and have a wonderful ye olde feel to them. It is like a trip back into time and a time that seemed wholesome and exciting.
The train rides themselves aren’t the worlds longest adventure and cost a reasonable sum but it’s well worth it to take in all the hills and valley’s. You’ll also find a real ale bar on some of them so you can sip away whilst taking it all in.
Throughout the year they have numerous events on that adds to the appeal. Special highlights include the Santa Specials and 1940s weekend. Be warned though, it does get very busy so booking is advisable.
A brilliant day out for everyone from the little nippers to grandma. Horn honking good fun.