Steam Train Travel with Fish & Chips (Derbyshire)
Event Summary
Climb aboard a heritage carriage from the 1950s/60s and enjoy a nostalgic 16-mile round trip through the Derbyshire countryside. Hauled by a steam locomotive, this is the perfect way to combine a traditional British meal with a unique day out.
Your meal is freshly prepared and collected at the halfway point in Duffield, ready to enjoy on the return journey back to Wirksworth. Alongside your chosen dish you'll also receive a refreshing drink and tasty flapjack or biscuit.
Menu Choices:
Please select your meal when booking:
- Fish & chips
- Sausage & chips
- Halloumi & chips (vegetarian)
Points to Note:
- Tables are arranged in fours. Groups of two may be seated with another party of two.
- Upgrade option: Couples can book a private table for two for just £15 (per booking, not per person)
- We do offer single tickets; however, these can only be purchased by contacting our enquiries team at [email protected]
Frequently Asked Questions
The Ecclesbourne Valley Railway offers step-free access from the car park onto the platforms. Ramps are available to assist boarding the train.
Wheelchair spaces are available at certain times, so please contact us in advance to discuss availability.
We encourage all visitors with mobility requirements to get in touch with us beforehand, so we can ensure your journey is as comfortable and enjoyable as possible.
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Yes - a bottle of water is included with your meal. However, most journeys also have a licensed bar on board where you can purchase additional drinks. There is also a cafe at the station, and you're welcome to bring any items you've purchased there with you on board.
There are limited toilet facilities available on board the train. However, the main toilets, including accessible facilities, are located at both Wirksworth and Duffield Stations.
Unfortunately, we are unable to offer gluten-free or dairy-free options on this journey. All meals are provided by a third-party local fish & chip shop therefore, we cannot guarantee the absence of allergens.
We're delighted you are considering celebrating a special occasion with us!
Please note that access to your seats on board is usually limited before departure, as the train spends only a short time in the station between trips.
You're welcome to bring decorations to display in your compartment or on your table. For safety and preservation reasons, only Blue Tack is permitted - no tape or pins please.
If you'd like to bring a birthday cake, that is absolutely fine; however, candles are not permitted on board.
To make changes or cancel your booking, please contact us as soon as possible either by email at [email protected] or by phone on 01629 380600
All altercations or cancellations must be made no later than the Tuesday prior to your departure, as we begin preparing for your arrival after this time. Unfortunately, once this deadline has passed, we are unable to make any further changes.
Open Seating:
- Groups of four will be given their own table. If your group is larger than four, we will seat you across the aisle from each other so you can still sit close together and enjoy the event as a group.
Compartment Seating:
- The number of people a compartment ticket for is the maximum allowed in that compartment. We do allow one additional young child or infant, beyond the stated maximum, however you must add an infant or child ticket when making your booking.
- For larger groups, we recommend booking open-style seating to be seated together, or purchasing multiple compartments. While we can't guarantee it, we'll do our best to allocate compartments next to each other if they are booked in the same order.
