‘Back in Steam’ 2021
From the 11th September 2021 we are terminating our online booking system and reverting back to our normal ticketing structure, with either day rover of single tickets being available for purchase at either the Ticket office at Rowsley South Station or on the train.
We are keeping MOST COVID RESTRICTIONS in place throughout September, October and November. Therefore we’re offering pay on the day rover and single journeys from either Rowsley South Station or Matlock Platform 2 ONLY using coaching consisting of either private compartments or open plan style coaches with covid screens and sneeze guards fitted
To keep everyone still safe we’ve made some changes so your visit will be a bit different to normal.
Please read our ‘Back in Steam’ FAQ page to read more about what to expect on the day and see what safety measure are in place.
Note: you will NOT be able to board the train at Darley Dale.
For Sat Nav, use:
Rowsley South Station: DE4 2LF
Matlock Station Platform 2: DE4 3NA
Timetable for September, October, November 2021
Starts 11th September 2021
| OPERATING TIMETABLE: Sept, Oct, Nov 2021 | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Rowsley South Depart | 1100 | 1242 | 1424 |
| Darley Dale DOES NOT STOP IN EITHER DIRECTION | |||
| Matlock Platform 2 Arrive | 1121 | 1303 | 1445 |
| Matlock Platform 2 Depart | 1136 | 1318 | 1500 |
| Darley Dale DOES NOT STOP IN EITHER DIRECTION | |||
| Rowsley South Arrive | 1157 | 1339 | 1521 |
PLEASE NOTE that ALL trains depart from either Rowsley South or Matlock Platform 2 Stations ONLY.
DARLEY DALE STATION WILL REMAIN CLOSED UNTIL 2022.
Fares
| TICKET TYPE | ALL DAY UNLIMITED TICKET PRICE | SINGLE JOURNEY TICKET PRICE |
|---|---|---|
| Adult | £9.50 | £5.00 |
| Senior Citizen | £8.00 | £4.50 |
| Children under 3 years (maximum of two per paying adult) | FREE | FREE |
| Children 3 - 15 years | £4.50 | £2.75 |
| Family (2 Adults and up to 3 children) | £30.50 | £15.50 |
Tickets for our Santa and Steam Specials Available Now!
Santa wishes you a Merry Christmas and hopes that you will join him at Rowsley South Station, before boarding his magical steam train.
More information on our Peak Rail Santa and Steam Specials page
Or go straight to our Santa and Steam Specials ticket booking page.
DISCOVER THE MAGIC OF STEAM AND EXPERIENCE A GREAT DAY OUT FOR ALL THE FAMILY
Whether it’s simply a nostalgic journey back to a bygone age or a discovery of the sights and sounds for very first time of a steam or diesel locomotive Peak Rail welcomes you to experience the thrill of our preserved railway whilst travelling through the delightful Derbyshire countryside.
The line forms part of the old Midland Railway line between Manchester Central and London St Pancras which was closed in 1968. We currently operate on approximately 4 miles between Rowsley South Station and Matlock Platform 2.
As well as our normal train journeys, there is something for everyone to enjoy, luxury dining is available on our Palatine Restaurant Car which offers Sunday Lunches, Christmas Lunches, Afternoon or Cream Teas and operates on various days during the year.
A whole host of various special events take place throughout the year perfect for all the family or enthusiast.
Why not treat yourself or a family member to one of our very popular Steam Experience driving courses.
We hope to greet you as a visitor during 2021 – you are assured a friendly Derbyshire Welcome.
WHAT’S ON TODAY
NEXT TRAINS
Peak Rail plc to receive £114,000 from second round of the Government’s Culture Recovery Fund
- Peak Rail plc is among more than 2,700 recipients to benefit from the latest round of awards from the £1.57 billion Culture Recovery Fund
- This award covering the period from April to June 2021 will help enable Peak Rail plc with the costs it faces as its starts to welcome back visitors and volunteers and makes the transition towards a full re-opening.
Peak Rail plc in Derbyshire has received a grant of £114,000 from the Government’s £1.57 billion Culture Recovery Fund to help the organisation recover and reopen.
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Restaurant Car Themed Evenings
Due to the ongoing covid restrictions we are postponing the opening of our Restaurant on the train serving afternoon/cream teas/themed evenings/Sunday lunches until at least the 19th July.
