Celebrate 200 years of the UK’s modern railway

Steam rides at Churnet Valley Railway

Enjoy a nostalgic steam train ride through the Staffordshire Moorlands, meandering through the hidden beauty of the Churnet Valley, just a stone's throw from the enchanting outskirts of the Peak District. Special throughout the year with lunches, breakfast and cream teas or join one of their Heritage Days. Booking in advance to avoid disappointment churnetvalleyrailway.co.uk

Experience the heritage railway at Ecclesbourne Valley Railway

Ecclesbourne Valley Railway is Derbyshire's longest heritage railway! They operate steam and heritage diesel trains on the line between Wirksworth and Duffield with events throughout the year from visits from Paddington Bear to a ‘Back to the 40s’ weekend. Visit the website for more information e-v-r.com/events/

Dine aboard Peak Rail

A beautifully preserved railway that travels 4 miles through the delightful Derbyshire countryside between Rowsley and Matlock. As well as normal train journeys, there is something for everyone to enjoy, from luxury dining to a Steam or Diesel Driver Experience courses. Visit the website for more information peakrail.co.uk/

Watch the Roundhouse turntable in action at Barrow Hill

Barrow Hill Roundhouse is the last surviving railway roundhouse in the United Kingdom with an operational turntable. Built in 1870 it was saved by a group of dedicated volunteers who have transformed it into a unique railway museum and events venue. Barrow Hill has a packed calendar of events from the Rail Ale beer Festival to Live Music. Visit the website for details barrowhill.org/

Step back in time at Crich Tramway Village

A unique open-air museum dedicated to the historic trams. Visitors can take a scenic rides through beautiful countryside, or explore a recreated period street, as well as the fascinating National Tramway Museum. With its rich heritage, Crich Tramway Village offers a fun experience for families and transport enthusiasts alike, providing a glimpse into the past of public transport. Visit the website for more details tramway.co.uk/

Discover all things railway at the Museum of Making

Visitors to the Museum of Making at Derby Silk Mill get to see the much-loved Midland Model Railway, located in the Railway Gallery, along with an array of railway memorabilia in the Assemblage. Visit the website to find out about special events this year derbymuseums.org/museum-of-making/

Other places to explore in Derby City

The Brunswick Inn: A former railway men’s retreat has been lovingly restored to its Victorian glory, and boasting the city’s oldest micro-brewery.

The Alexandra Hotel on Railway Terrace: With a rich railway heritage theme and the bar adorned with memorabilia; and an historic Railway Quarter which came to life on 30 May 1839, when the first railway train steamed into Derby stopping at a temporary wooden platform a little to the south of the present station.

The Derby Conference Centre: A Proud Part of Railway History: Come visit The Derby Conference Centre, explore the unique venue, and celebrate 200 years of railway history. Find out more online thederbyconferencecentre.com

Alstrom - The Greatest Gathering

The Greatest Gathering will see the largest temporary assembly of rolling stock and railway-related exhibits in a generation, all coming together for three fun-filled days across the vast estate of Derby Litchurch Lane Works. The event is now SOLD OUT - but follow them on social thegreatestgathering