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steam trains
for all ages
2012
timetable & information www.foxfieldrailway.co.uk
Welcome to the Foxfield Railway, situated in
Dilhorne Park
Blythe Bridge
(Caverswall Road)
Foxfield Colliery (Future extension)
the heart of the Staffordshire Moorlands... Our unique Steam Railway nestles in the heart of Staffordshire at Blythe Bridge. You can travel on our wonderful steam hauled trains through the glorious countryside to Dilhorne Park, our current remote stop from where the trappings of modern life do not spoil the view as you are swept back in time... From the days of the railway originally carrying coal from Foxfield Colliery to serve major cities including London, the Foxfield Railway has evolved into one of Staffordshire’s must do attractions. Unlike many other heritage lines which follow valleys, the Foxfield Railway boldly crosses open moorland, hills and woods. This results in spectacular sights and sounds as the trains climb the steepest gradients to be found on standard gauge railways in the UK. The Society’s main station at Blythe Bridge emulates the classic branch line termini of 100 years ago. It does, however, have the most modern of facilities and is fully accessible. The buffet, with its selection of traditional food, is complimented by our award winning “real ale” bar and souvenir shop. Our display of artefacts and historic locomotives is also here. The railway is run by volunteers with trains normally running every Sunday and Bank Holiday from Easter until Christmas. Please see our timetable on page 4. We hope to see you soon...
Calendar and Timetables... Special Events are indicated by dates surrounded by a black border. Please visit our website for details of extra trains in service and/or activities taking place around the railway.
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Non-Event days
Adult:
£7.50
Concession:
£5.50
Children (16):
£3.00
Special Events:
Please check the special event pages nearer to the event date as prices may vary.
All Steam
All Steam
Red Timetable
Yellow Timetable
Caverswall Road
12:00
13:30
15:00
11:30
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Dilhorne Park
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Caverswall Road
12:43
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All Steam
Blue Timetable Caverswall Road
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16:00
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Dilhorne Park
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Caverswall Road
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Please Note Steam locomotives are used throughout the year and the smoke from these engines adds to the heritage ambience of this historic railway. Please take care when close to the locomotives, especially when trains are leaving the stations. Every effort will be made to maintain the services shown. However, the Company reserves the right to cancel, alter or suspend any train without notice and accepts no liability for any loss, inconvenience or delay thereby caused.
Special Hippy Haze
Saturday 7th - Monday 9th April The Hippy Hippy Shake Company are presenting a weekend of music and entertainment! Come along for some Easter madness.
Recruitment Weekend
Saturday 28th - Sunday 29th April A chance to see behind the scenes at Foxfield. See how you could get involved during 2012.
Local Residents Day Monday 7th May
Family fun awaits all that visit. People living within a 3 mile radius will be able to claim discount by using our NEW local resident card.
Diamond Jubilee Beer Festival Saturday 2nd - Tuesday 5th June
Steam, Music and Beer will be the order of the weekend as Foxfield hosts its first ever true beer festival. Over this Diamond Jubliee Weekend a theme will prevail throughout, providing fun for all during the day time with live music featuring in the evening. An event not to be missed!
Fathers Day Morris Minor Rally Sunday 17th June
Treat your dad with a visit to Foxfield and let him bambuzzle you with some history as Morris Minors gather for there annual day out at the railway.
Wickham Rally Weekend
Saturday 14th July - Sunday 15th July Wickham Trollies of all ages and origins are invited to attend the first rally at Caverswall Road Station.
Summer Steam Gala
Saturday 21st - Sunday 22nd July Our extensive fleet of historic steam engines will wow and amaze crowds as they all take turns on the notorious Foxfield bank.
Events Teddy Bears Picnic
Wednesday 8th, Sunday 26th, Monday 27th August Entertainment for kids as the teddy bears and ‘Foxey’ Foxfield’s own mascot join in the fun at this NEW event. Bring your own teddy for a chance to win a prize.
Miniature Railway Weekend
Saturday 11th - Sunday 12th August A great chance to see what our younger members are achieving with the Foxfield Miniature Railway. A weekend devoted to all things miniature.
Traction Engine Steam Party
Saturday 29th - Sunday 30th September Something different is our annual gathering of Traction engines at Foxfield, these engine are masters of the road are always worth a look at.
Eastern European Car Rally
Saturday 13th - Sunday 14th October Now a permanent fixture in the calendar, this event promises to bigger and better than last year with cars expected from far and wide across Europe and beyond.
Autumn Steam Gala
Saturday 20th - Sunday 21st October Our annual Autumn Steam Gala takes centre stage in the month of October. See a busy timetable with up to 5 steam engines operating over the whole length of the line. Everything you would expect from a Foxfield Gala...
Santa Specials
1st, 2nd, 8th, 9th, 15th, 16th, 22nd, 23rd & 24th December
Our Famous Winter attraction returns for another year as we welcome Father Christmas to Foxfield once again. Our magical services are popular with families looking for a safe and reliable fun day out to see Santa.
Days with Dubsy
29th April, 27th May, 10th June & 25th August Come see the ONLY working Steam Crane Tank in the country! Visitors will be able to get up close and personal with the engine, have the chance to visit the footplate and enjoy brakevan rides in the yard between lifting demonstrations at Caverswall Road Station.
Steam & Cream Land Cruise Trains
Come and enjoy a majestic Sunday afternoon steam hauled train journey while enjoying a cream tea on board. Your steam hauled train will depart Caverswall Road Station at 16:00hrs prompt for a 50 minute scenic round trip to the setting of the BBC’s Victorian Costume drama “Cranford”. Your train will travel through the Staffordshire Moorlands to the famous “Hanbury Halt” station which displays fine views across the across the countryside, during your journey a cream tea consisting of a large homemade scone, jam, cream and a pot of tea will be served to you at your seat. After disembarking you may wish to sample a real ale or a glass of wine in our fully licensed bar before onward travel... Prices £12 per head or save 10% when booking a table of four for just £43...
2012 Dates: Sunday 22nd April, Sunday 20th May, Sunday 24th June, Wednesday 11th July, Sunday 29th July, Wednesday 15th August, Sunday 19th August & Sunday 23rd September. To book call 01782 396210 or email: enquiries@foxfieldrailway.co.uk Please arrive 30 minutes before departure in order to be shown to your seats.
Other Services Fancy a bite to eat? Tantalise your taste buds with a delicious meal in our buffet, if your after a light bite or a full meal, we have something for you. A warm welcome waits as well as generous hospitality.
How about a drink? Our CAMRA award winning bar ‘The One Legged Shunter’ serves a variety of real ales from local suppliers as well as one or two interlopers from further afield. Our coal burning stove helps you to feel well and truly at home. A popular venue with the locals!
Visit our Souvenir Shop... Our on-site shop stocks a wide range of souvenirs, gifts, toys, DVD’s and model railway items. Visit the on-line shop at www.thesteamrailwayshop.com.
Footplate Experience Courses A fantastic opportunity to be an engine driver for the day! We offer the thrill of firing and driving a full-sized steam locomotive. Whether it is to realise a life-long ambition, or as that very special gift, driving a railway locomotive is an amazing adventure. For information and to book call: 01782 396210
Group Travel Travelling as a pre-booked group not only provides a discount on your ticket price for our standard train services but it also includes reserved seating in our trains. Group travel is available for pre-booked groups of ten or more persons. Call 01782 396210 to receive our complementary Groups Travel Guide to Foxfield brochure.
Special Trains and Corporate Hospitality We are able to offer the full hire of the railway throughout the year and have trains to comfortably sit 200 people. On various days throughout the year we can offer a bespoke service and tailor your event to your needs. Call us to see how we could meet your requirements: 01782 396210.
Private hire and functions Our Caverswall Road Station has the benefit of being able to offer a facility for all types of Parties, Wedding Receptions and Private Events. If you would like to know more about what we can offer call 01782 396210 for more details.
Why not join us? A railway, whether large or small needs virtually every skill imaginable from senior management through all kinds of financial and engineering management to hard graft on a shovel either firing a locomotive or packing ballast under the track. We have buildings and gardens to maintain as well as the trains themselves and the track which they run on. Whatever skill you have we can use it. Any help or assistance you could give us on a regular or occasional form would be most welcome. Membership Application Form: Please complete the form below and send with a cheque made payable to “FLRS Ltd” to: Name(s):
Age (if under 18):
Address:
Postcode:
Telephone No:
Mobile:
Email: Occupation: Annual Subscriptions (Please tick a category required) Full (Adult): £12 Family (2A + 2C): £20 Junior (Under 14 - 17): £10 Optional donation (Please insert amount): £ Signed:
Date:
If you are considering becoming a volunteer please tick this box: Reg. Office: Caverswall Road Station, Bylthe Bridge, Staffordshire, ST11 9BG Reg Charity No. 1127378
Please send your completed forms to: C/O Membership Secretary, Foxfield Railway, PO Box 1967, Stoke-on-Trent, ST4 8YT
Use our vouchers and save...
*Terms of use for money off vouchers: 1). Vouchers can only be redeemed on non-event days. 2). Vouchers can not be used on special services unless specified. 3). Vouchers valid from April until October 2012. 4) Only one voucher can be used per visit. 5) No photocopies will be accepted.
How to find us:
Public Transport: Nearest bus stop is at Blythe Bridge, approx. 1/2 mile walking distance. Contact First Bus Company on: 08456 020 121 The nearest Main Line railway station is Blythe Bridge, approx. 1/2 mile walking distance. Contact National Rail enquiries on: 08457 48 49 50 All our trains are steam hauled. Every effort will be given to provide the advertised facilties. However the company reserve the right to alter services, facilites and dates/times of operation without notice and accepts no liability for any loss inconvenience or delays caused.
Foxfield Railway
Caverswall Road Station, Blythe Bridge, Staffordshire, ST11 9BG
Tel: 01782 396210 Enquiries@foxfieldrailway.co.uk Website: www.foxfieldrailway.co.uk Postal Address: Foxfield Railway, P.O.Box 1967, Stoke-on-Trent, ST4 8YT Photographs courtesy of: G Walker, F Richards, D Fletcher, H Hall, R Barnett & D Gilbert. Published by R Barnett FLRS Ltd.