Middleton Railway Little Railway.. ...Big History   

Welcome to the Middleton Railway!

Step aboard and embark on a fascinating journey through time, as we take you on an enchanting ride through the heart of industrial history.

Established in 1758, the Middleton Railway holds the distinction of being the world’s oldest continuously working railway. It was originally built to transport coal from the Middleton Colliery to the thriving markets of Leeds.

We invite you to join us on a voyage through time, to witness the magic and splendour of a bygone era. Come and explore the rich tapestry of Leeds’ industrial past, where the heritage of steam and coal still resonate with every chuff and whistle.

Our Upcoming Running Days

Happy Birthday ‘Sweet Pea’ – 90 years of Hunslet 1786

2025 marks several anniversaries including the 200th anniversary of the Stockton & Darlington Railway opening and 65th anniversary of the

July 19, 2025

90 Years Of No.6 & Sweet Pea

2025 marks several anniversaries including the 200th anniversary of the Stockton & Darlington Railway opening and 65th anniversary of the

July 20, 2025

School Holiday Running Day

KIDS FOR A QUID! Over the Summer holiday, on our School Holiday Running Days, kids ride for a quid!  

July 23, 2025

Regular Diesel Running Day

KIDS FOR A QUID! Over the Summer holiday, on our Regular Diesel Running Days, kids ride for a quid!  

July 26, 2025

Regular Steam Running Day

Ride behind one of our historic Steam engines as we take you on a journey from Moor Road to Park

July 27, 2025

School Holiday Running Day

KIDS FOR A QUID! Over the Summer holiday, on our School Holiday Running Days, kids ride for a quid!  

July 30, 2025

Railway 200 Events at Middleton Railway

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The Three Contemporary Models of the Blenkinsop/Murray Locomotives

Presented by Dr Michael Bailey   The three Blenkinsop/Murray models are believed to be the world’s oldest locomotive models.  Recent

July 19, 2025

Happy Birthday ‘Sweet Pea’ – 90 years of Hunslet 1786

2025 marks several anniversaries including the 200th anniversary of the Stockton & Darlington Railway opening and 65th anniversary of the

July 19, 2025

90 Years Of No.6 & Sweet Pea

2025 marks several anniversaries including the 200th anniversary of the Stockton & Darlington Railway opening and 65th anniversary of the

July 20, 2025

Middleton Railway – a Preservation Pioneer

Presented by Middleton Railway Vice Chairman, Ian Smith The talk will cover the first 10 years of the Middleton Railway’s

August 16, 2025

Autumn Gala

Middleton Railway presents it’s Annual Autumn Gala. To close our Railway 200 celebrations, we plan on having a celebration of

September 6, 2025