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Churnet Valley Railway
Froghall
Cheadle
Staffordshire
ST10 2HA
Tel: 01538 750755
About
A delightful journey through Staffordshire's hidden valley
The Churnet Valley Railway takes you on a heritage journey back to the classic days of railway travel on a rural line that passes through beautiful countryside known as Staffordshire's "Little Switzerland". Our picturesque stations offer lots of interest with a complete range of visitor facilities, and there's plenty more to see and enjoy along the way. In addition to the 11-mile return journey along the valley, there's a taste of contrasting moorland scenery on the 9-mile round trip over the steeply graded Cauldon branch to Ipstones Loop.
Food and Drink
Cheddleton
Open on special events and selected running days, our newly redecorated Cheddleton Tea Room offer's a selection of hot and cold food, perfect for a quick sit down or "even food on the go".
Kingsley and Froghall
Join us in our "Signal Tea Rooms" for a delicious array of home-cooked main meals, lighter bites, tempting ice cream, or hot and cold drinks. Also enjoy our offer our selection of Churnet Valley Railway beers for a little bit of something special. Take a seat and soak up the homely atmosphere, and on cold days, bask in the warmth of an open fire on colder days.
If you fancy something a bit smaller, our new Peg Legs Sweet Emporium, just off the platform ,sells hot and cold drinks, old fashioned sweets, light snacks and ice cream for those of you with a sweet tooth.
Lunch Trains
On board our dedicated First Class Dining Carriage, “Diana,” come to us to enjoy a 3-course Lunch with full waitress service, all while enjoying the fabulous scenery along the Churnet Valley line, tracking the routes of both the Cauldon Canal and River Churnet. All our food is locally sourced, prepared and cooked on board our very own kitchen coach by our own chef.
There are full on train bar facilities available, and all this combines to make this a nostalgic journey taking you back to the halcyon days of on-train dining.
To find out more please go to https://www.churnetvalleyrailway.co.uk/
Map & Directions
Road Directions
The Churnet Valley railway is accessible from either Cheddleton or Kingsley & Froghall station. Cheddleton is 3 miles south of Leek or 3 miles north of Cellarhead along the A520. Froghall is situated on the A52, Stoke to Ashbourne road. Follow the brown and white tourist signs for either the railway or Alton Towers.
Public Transport Directions
Accessible by Public Transport: Stoke-on-Trent station is 12 miles away.
TripAdvisor
Gradings
- VAQAS VAQAS
Facilities
Accessibility
- Disabled access
- Disabled toilets
Booking & Payment Details
- Credit cards accepted (no fee)
Catering
- On-site catering - We have an interesting variety of food available from each of our stations making sure all of our visitors don't go hungry or thirsty! Sit back and relax, take the weight off your feet and enjoy a snack or meal at one of our Stations or toward our bespoke Dining Train.
- Picnic site
Children
- Baby changing facilities
- Children welcome
Groups
- Facilities for educational visits
- Facilities for groups
Meeting, Conference & Wedding Facilities
- Facilities for corporate hospitality
Parking
- Free Parking
Property Facilities
- Dogs Accepted
- Gift shop
- Public toilets
- Smoking not allowed
Routes
- Description of route - In addition to the 11-mile return journey along the valley from Cheddleton to Froghall, there's a taste of contrasting moorland scenery on the 9-mile round trip over the steeply graded Cauldon branch to Ipstones Loop
- Typical duration of route - Return journey approx 1hr 20mins for 9 mile route
Target Markets
- Accepts groups
- Coach parties accepted
Opening Times
* Please check the website or contact our office for opening times and details of our special events .
