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A feast of steam for enthusiasts and families alike. All available in-house stream locomotives will be running plus visiting locomotives including
the ex-Great Northern Railway Class N2 steam locomotive No.1744 - star of the 1970 film The Railway Children, which was filmed here on the KWVR exactly 40 years ago.
- FRIDAY: The following locos in steam (subject to availability) 1744 (visiting loco), 90733, 80002, 41241 & 1704 "Nunlow".
- Demonstration pickup goods train, express trains and all line vintage trains using coaches from the Museum of Rail Travel.
- Visiting loco No. 1744 running all line with GN coaches from the Museum.
- 1704 "Nunlow" working an all line passenger train.
- SATURDAY & SUNDAY: 7 locos in steam (subject to availability). 1744, 90733, 41241, 47279, 80002, 957, 1704 "Nunlow"
- Express trains, local shuttle trains and demonstration goods train
- ALL THREE DAYS: A free heritage bus will operate in addition to the train service between Haworth an Oxenhope, with a tour guide on board.
- Behind the scenes guided tours will all be taking place at Oxenhope carriage sheds and workshops, and Haworth locomotive works (areas that cannot normally be accessed by the public).
- Real ale griddle providing bar and hot food refreshments available on many trains all weekend.
Working Timetables - Updated 26th January 2010
Friday 12th February: MS Word file - here PDF - here
Saturday 13th & Sunday 14th February: MS Word file - here PDF - here
Fares
All normal fares are valid, with the exception of the DAY ROVER, which is altered as follows:
Day Rover - £17 (adults), £14 (KWVR members/OAPs/disabled), £8.50 (Children 5-15 inclusive & local residents),
£39 (Family - 2+3).
2 Day Rover - £30 (adults), £25 (KWVR members/OAPs/disabled),
£15 (children 5-15 inclusive & local residents),
£69 (Family - 2+3)
3 Day Rover - £39 (adults), £33 (KWVR members/OAPs/disabled), £19.50 (children 5-15 inclusive & local residents),
£89 (Family - 2+3)
FREE MEMBERS DISCOUNTS ARE WITHDRAWN - KWVRPS Members, and members of other organisations with whom we have reciprocal agreements, are entitled to the standard 'Concession' fare.
Shed Tours
On all three days of the event, guided tours of the Locomotive Shed and Workshops at Haworth and of the Carriage & Wagon Works and Sheds at Oxenhope will be available every 90 minutes, to the following timetable:
10 a.m. 11.30 a.m. 1 p.m. 2.30 p.m. 4 p.m.
Although free of specific charge, we would ask participants to consider making a reasonable donation to the Keighley & Worth Valley Railway Trust in return for this rare opportunity to visit these locations. Past experience suggests that most donations so made are in the region of £5 per visitor, although we always welcome more! We do not look for more than one donation per visitor and an acknowledgement will be given for any donations made, so that a further one is not sought a second time, should you choose to visit the other location.
Numbers on these tours have to be restricted so booking is essential for the Haworth Tours. Bookings for these will be made by uniformed staff who will be in the Booking Hall at Haworth from 9.30 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day. They will also be happy to relieve you of any donation that you may wish to make.
The Oxenhope Tours are usually less busy, but numbers are limited and the tour guide will use his discretion as to whether booking is necessary from tour to tour. People wishing to visit the Oxenhope Carriage & Wagon facilities should assemble in the Exhibition Shed at Oxenhope about 15 minutes before the tour is due to commence.
Heritage Bus Service
A free heritage bus service will operate between Haworth station, Haworth village, Penistine Hill, and Oxenhope station on all three Gala days. This service is entirely separate from the Guided Tour service and no charge is made for its use. The 'bus tour will be accompanied by a guide who will point out places of interest which will set the Railway in the context of the places that it serves; our guide will be only too please to answer your questions. You cannot understand the KWVR unless you are at least aware of the local topography and this free bus tour, besides presenting splendid photographic opportunities, will do just that.
Buses depart HAWORTH STATION
10.15, 11.00, 11.45 (Sat & Sun), 11.50 (Fri), 12.30, 14.00, 14.45, 15.30, 16.16
Buses depart OXENHOPE STATION
10.45, 11.30, 12.15, 13.00, 14.30, 15.15, 16.00, 16.45
Several Special Events are being planned to tie in with the 40th Anniversary of the making of 'The Railway Children' film. Further details will be posted here when available
These tours return by popular demand and offer visitors the opportunity to learn much more about the railway and the remarkable valley it serves. Some of this year's tours are specially themed and will be of particular interest to those researching local railway history and the industrial archeology of the area. They make an ideal and affordable gift.
"Behind The Scenes" Guided Tours
 Enjoy a full tour of the Railway by steam and diesel train in the company of our knowledgeable guide, plus visits to the locomotive and carriage workshops, behind the scenes visits to stations, and a rare chance to see what goes on behind all those closed doors and visit areas normally out of bounds to the public. A packed lunch is included in the price of the tour.
DATES: Sundays 21st March, 11th April, 9th May, 6th June, 22nd August, 12th September, 17th October
TIMES: Tours commence 11am at Haworth station and generally finish around 4pm.
COST: £29.50 per person
Special Interest Guided Tours
These very special tours give a unique insight into aspects of the Railway's history and that of the local area. Our expert guide brings the past back to life and takes you to places you may only have read about. These Special Interest tours will involve tackling uneven terrain and the negotiation of steps and other obstacles. It is therefore essential that participants are reasonably fit and wear appropriate clothing and footwear. Although no packed lunch is provided on these tours, a refreshment stop will be made at a local hostelry.
"The Railway Children" Guided Tours
 To celebrate the 40th anniversary of the famous film 'The Railway Children', we have organised a very special tour which takes in many of the locations used in the film. Visit Three Chimneys and Perks Cottage - see the site of the famous landslide and where the children waved their red flannel petticoats to stop the train - visit the famous Oakworth station and watch the crossing keeper in action - See where the Hare and Hounds ran and visit the fence where the children sat and waved to the Old Gentleman. Our guide will tell all about the making of the film and answer any questions you may have.
DATES: Saturday 1st May, Sunday 2nd May, Monday 3rd May, Sunday 18th July
TIMES: Tours commence 11am at Haworth Station and generally finish around 4pm.
COST: £29.50 - price includes free DVD of The Railway Children.
"The Worth Valley That Never Was"
A tour in the company of our expert guide and historian which explores some of the area's remarkable railway schemes which sadly never came to fruition, including the route of the Ponden and Spring Head Mill branch - the route of the North West Central Railway - the route of the Great Northern Railway's Preston & Fylde route - learn about the Great Haworth Zig Zag Railway - walk the route of the Springhead Mill branch to view what would have been the KWVR terminus had line followed the Worth Valley proper. This is a wonderful opportunity for anyone interested in social, industrial and railway history. It involves a fair amount of walking but also takes in both rail and private bus travel.
DATE: Saturday 17th April
TIME: 10.30am at Haworth Station - finishing around 4pm
COST: £29.50
"The Industrial Archaeology of the Keighley & Worth Valley Railway"
A tour by both rail and foot which explores the valley's industrial heritage and takes in the sites of many long forgotten railway and industrial gems - some have long gone while others have survived to take on new roles. Although no packed lunch is provided on this tour, a refreshment stop will be made at a local hostelry.
DATE: Saturday 19th June
TIME: 10.30am at Haworth Station - finishing around 4pm
COST: £29.50
PLEASE NOTE: All of the 'Special Interest' tours will involve some walking over uneven terrain and the negotiation of steps and other obstacles. It is therefore essential that participants are reasonably fit and wear appropriate clothing and footwear. If in any doubt, please check with our staff on 01535 645214. A packed lunch is included with all ''Behind The Scenes' tours but not on the "Special Interest" tours.
Bookings are now being taken for our 2010 season of White Rose Pullman and West Riding Limited dining trains.
Enjoy a fabulous meal on board one of our 1930s Pullman Cars or 1950s Restaurant Car as your train steams majestically through the Bronte countryside.
Saturday evening 'White Rose Pullman' Dining Trains
Enjoy a fabulous six course meal on board one of our luxurious 1930s Pullman Cars. All evenings are themed and include appropriate entertainment. Period dress is encouraged but is not essential. Cost per person £72
Saturday 15th May - '1940s Evening'
Saturday 17th July - 'The Roaring 20s'
Saturday 21st August - 'The Rocking 50s'
Saturday 25th September - 'The Swinging 60s'
Sunday afternoon 'West Riding Limited' Luncheon Trains
Enjoy a traditional three course Sunday lunch on board our 1950s Restaurant Car. All trains are steam hauled and a full bar service is available. Cost per person £29.50
Sunday 18th April
Sunday 23rd May
Sunday 29th August
Sunday 19th September
Sunday 31st October
Fathers Day / Mothers Day Luncheon Trains
Enjoy a traditional three course Sunday lunch on board one of our beautifully restored 1930s Pullman Cars. All trains are steam hauled and a full bar service is available. Cost per person £36
Sunday 14th March - Mothers Day
Sunday 20th June - Fathers Day
On selected Summer Sundays, you can enjoy a Cream Tea on board our fabulous 1950s Restaurant Car as your train steams gently through Bronte Country. There is no need to book in advance for this service, just purchase your travel tickets on the day and board the Restaurant Car. An additional charge is payable on the train for the Cream Teas.
Dates of operation: Sundays 30th May, 27th June, 1st August, 15th August, 5th September
 Sample rail travel as it might have been back in Victorian times with gleaming steam locomotives, wooden bodied carriages and attentive staff to look after your every need. There's even a brass band to entertain, real coal fires in the stations, and gas lamps to light the way. These popular services run in addition to our normal steam trains and there's no need to book - just get your tickets on the day.
Vintage Train Days take place on Sundays 27th June, 4th, 11th & 25th July, 1st, 8th & 15th August
Please note that due to other commitments, the Old Gentleman's Saloon serving cream teas will unfortunately not be available on any of this year's vintage train services.
Monday 12th - Friday 16th April - Frequent Heritage Diesel Train service
Saturday 15th & Sunday 16th May - Haworth Village 1940s Weekend
Friday 11th - Sunday 13th June - Diesel Gala - No Steam Trains this weekend!
Monday 28th June - Friday 2nd July - Summer Guided Tours of the line - ideal for school groups or coach bookings!
Friday 8th - Sunday 10th October - Autumn Steam Gala
Thursday 21st - Sunday 24th October - Beer & Music Festival
Pre-Christmas Weekends - Santa Specials
Boxing Day - Monday 3rd January 2011 - Mince Pie Specials
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