Birthday Party Express For KIDS On STEAM TRAIN

The kids Birthday party venue for Staffordshire, Cheshire and Derbyshire

Children's birthday party treats to remember on our steam trains at Rudyard Lake near Leek in Staffordshire. The birthday boy or girl can have either a return trip* or unlimited travel aboard the Birthday Train Express with all their family and friends with our Day Rover tickets. The steam train  and lake makes a great place for a kids party venue, convenient for Macclesfield, Congleton, Stoke and Buxton.

Whether its just taking a trip on the steam train or a full day event we offer a great value  unusual venue. The steam railway runs along the side of beautiful Rudyard Lake in Staffordshire and the trains use covered carriages.

A  kids birthday gift package (optional) is available  comprising:

  • The birthday boy/girl will have their name on the front of the engine for an ideal photo opportunity,
  • a birthday present,
  • a birthday hat
  • birthday card for your child,
  • lollipop's for all Children in the party.
  • Our venue is ideal for kids with photo opportunities galore on the train and by the lake. Whether its feeding the ducks or themselves kids have a  great time. We have successfully done children's parties for several years but with extra facilities now available it is better than ever. There are now catering options available at the railway at Rudyard with a kids party box or bring your own food if you wish.

    PARENTS COMMENTS

    " R*****'s party was brilliant ",             " The train, the setting and the staff I kid you not were first rate"              " A first rate Grade A experience that anyone can afford. A real Gem"

    .  Special birthday party steam  train ready to depart from Rudyard stationA picnic party train by the lake provided by the railway cafe

    A special party picnic train for kids and adults

    Of course we can also provide birthday or other parties for older "children" (adults) of all ages. For any special party requirements please contact us.  We need parties to be booked in advance so we can put the arrangements in place and like at least a weeks notice. If its sooner than that contact us and we will try to help. Catering can also be provided or you are welcome to bring your own.

    Parties can be any day when trains run or on other days by arrangement. Look at the events page for full details but trains run most weekends and daily in school holidays. There is no minimum number for a party but a realistic maximum of about 80 and we welcome parties of any size in between.

    LOCATION

    The steam railway is at Rudyard between  Leek, Staffordshire and Macclesfield, Cheshire one mile along the B5331 from its junction with the A523. We are close to the Cheshire, Staffordshire, Derbyshire borders and near Macclesfield, Congleton, Stoke, Buxton as well as Leek and Stoke. Check the travel links for directions.

    COSTS

    Kids Birthday gift package  for the  birthday child.  £10 (Optional)

    1-19 guests:   Return Journey  £3.50 per Adult,  £2 per child  or   Day Rover £5 per adult,  £2.50 per child

    20+ guests:      Deduct 10% from above train fares.

    Click here to download a Party Booking Form and please send it to our office at:

    Flonora, Blackpool Old Road, Little Eccleston, Garstang, Lancs, PR3 0YQ.

     Please email or ring us with any queries.

    The Birthday Party Express steam train has to be booked in advance. A return journey will take about 35 minutes if you do not stop off at any of the stations but you are welcome to break your journey if you wish. For say a picnic and then catch a later train back at no extra cost. Car Parking at Rudyard Station is free.

    The prices quoted are for days when trains are scheduled. Other days may incur a steaming fee. Please ask before booking.

    A non refundable fee of £15 is required for each booking.

    Our covered picnic area is now available at Rudyard Station without any extra charge for booked parties.  Indoor accommodation for picnics, colouring etc will be ready soon. However a room is available at the Lake activity centre near to the Dam Station. Telephone Ray Perry 07718 808881 or email info@rudyardlake.com for details.

    OTHER OPTIONS

    Steam engine driver courses are a popular present  for "older" children (over 12) with many booked every year.  Engine driver page has more information.

    We can also tailor party events to your particular need. Please contact us if you are considering a children's party venue in East Cheshire, Stoke, Macclesfield, Congleton, Leek or Buxton

    The STEAM TRAINS & RAILWAY

    Steam Trains run every Sunday from 11.00am to 3pm.( 4pm from late March) Saturdays from April and all school holidays. See the timetable page for full details.

    The Rudyard Lake Steam Railway is in the North Staffordshire Peak District and our steam trains give a great 3 mile return party trip along the side of the lake. It's just North of Leek in Staffordshire close to Cheshire and Derbyshire.