Embsay & Bolton Abbey Steam Railway

Embsay & Bolton Abbey Steam Railway

Step back in time on a heritage journey through the Yorkshire Dales. Running between Embsay and the beautifully recreated Victorian style Bolton Abbey Station, this historic railway offers steam and diesel rides, award winning tea rooms and scenic walks to Bolton Abbey Priory.

Heritage & Scenery

Bolton Abbey Station has been restored in authentic Midland Railway style, complete with a working signal box and views of the ongoing platform restoration. The line passes classic Dales countryside and is ideal for families, walkers and heritage enthusiasts.

Food & Drink

Enjoy homemade cakes, sandwiches and great coffee at the 60seat Bolton Abbey Tea Room, or stop at the cosy Embsay Coffee Shop. On selected dates, a Buffet Car serves local beers, wines and hot drinks.

Dales Dining and other bookable Experiences

First Class dining trains offer breakfasts, Ploughman’s lunches, Cream Teas, Afternoon Teas and evening Fish & Chip or Curry Express services. Special events include Murder Mystery evenings and Faulty Towers: The Dining Experience. Book a Steam Driver Experience or buy gift vouchers for friend and family. Advance booking is essential. See our website for details.

Events & Extras

Look out for Steam Galas, family days, vintage vehicle rallies, Halloween trains and Santa Specials. The online Embsay Bookshop offers nearly 200 titles for enthusiasts.

Getting Here

Regular Dales Bus services stop near both stations, with the £3 fare cap in place. Free parking is available at both stations. The postcode for Embsay Station is BD23 6QX and the postcode for Bolton Abbey Station is BD23 6AF

Opening hours

The tea rooms and coffee shop are open on the days trains are running. Please see our train timetable on our website for details.