Back in the depths of 2024, the Leeds People’s Choir contacted us to see if they could sing a song written for them about the Middleton Railway. Of course, we were flattered, and interested in working with them to... Continue reading
The Middleton Railway is delighted to be taking part in the “Whistle up” on 1st January to herald the start of “Railway 200”, a celebration of the opening of the Stockton to Darlington Railway. The opening of the Stockton... Continue reading
Following the discovery of a significant steam leak in the smokebox whilst on hire to Beamish, Manning-Wardle No.1210 ‘Sir Berkeley’ was withdrawn from operations. Through lengthy discussions between Beamish, the Vintage Carriages Trust (owners of Sir Berkeley) and ourselves... Continue reading
The railway was honoured to host the Industrial Railway Societies (IRS) 75th anniversary AGM on Saturday 20th April. The IRS is an organisation which is devoted to the study of all aspects of privately owned industrial railways and locomotives.... Continue reading
One of our lines most popular locomotives Manning-Wardle No.1210 ‘Sir Berkeley’ has been notably absent from the site since operating over reopening weekend. This is because it can currently be found on holiday at Beamish, Living Museum Of The... Continue reading
Heading out – Peckett 2103 This locomotive was obtained for the Middleton Railway through the generosity of Tony and Joyce Bell at a time when the Middleton Railway was facing a potential motive power crisis. It arrived on the... Continue reading
Middleton Railway is delighted to announce it won a GOLD award at the Yorkshire in Bloom annual awards ceremony held in Tadcaster on Thursday 28th September. This is the 4th successive GOLD award and reflects the hard work put in... Continue reading
On Sunday 6th August the Middleton Railway held an event to recognise the achievements of itsYouth Team, including a recent nomination and runner up in the Heritage Railway Associationannual awards. The group, formed 6 years ago by Volunteer Manager... Continue reading
On Saturday 15th April, guests and VIPs of Middleton Railway, and the Vintage Carriages Trust, along with many other people from all walks of life, got together at the Middleton Railway to welcome and rededicate Sir Berkeley back into... Continue reading
