Irchester Narrow Gauge Railway Museum
Latest news
The new steaming season has now commenced and we anticipate having an engine in steam on the last Sunday of the month and on Bank Holidays. However, if you are travelling any distance please check to ensure that you will not be disappointed.
Situated in Irchester Country Park, Northamptonshire, the Irchester Narrow Gauge Railway Museum is home to a collection of working steam and diesel locomotives.
Opening Times
The museum is open every Sunday 10:00–5:00 (10:00–4:00 in winter)
Demonstration and Steam Days
Demonstrations are held on the last Sunday of the month from Easter to October, subject to locomotive availability. Please check before travelling.
Rolling Stock
4 Steam Locomotives
4 Diesel Locomotives
Over 40 varied items of rolling stock
4 Different Gauges on Show
Click on the Trains button on the left
to see pictures of some of the stock.
Line
Metre Gauge Demonstration Line – 250 metres long
How to find us
The museum is housed within Irchester Country Park,
Wellingborough, Northants.
Off A509 – 2 miles South of Wellingborough
The Park also features a Visitors' Centre, 8 miles of
walks, varied scenery and habitat, toilets, refreshments
and ample parking.
Further Details
For further details contact:
Ray Kingston, 3 St Christophers Close, Cranwell Village, Sleaford NG34 8XB
Phone: 01400 261043
email: ekingston@tiscali.co.uk
Membership
Support the museum by joining The Irchester Narrow Gauge Railway Trust.
Annual membership
Adults: £5.50
OAPs/children under 16: £3.50
Life membership: minimum £100
The membership year runs from 1 January to 31 December. Reductions are available for those joining after 1 September.
Owners
The museum is owned by The Irchester Narrow Gauge Railway Trust – Reg Charity No 290673