Event
4th August 2025
200 Years of Train Travel since 1825 at Buxton Crescent Experience
Join us for a magical railway-themed day in the historic Assembly Rooms, Buxton, as we celebrate 200 years of railway heritage!
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4th August 2025
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Join us for a magical railway-themed day in the historic Assembly Rooms, Buxton, as we celebrate 200 years of railway heritage! In collaboration with Friends of Buxton Station and Buxton Crescent Heritage Trust, this hands-on family event invites children and adults alike to get creative with hundreds of Trackmaster™ railway track pieces, battery-powered trains, carriages, and activation points.
Build, play, and discover the wonder of railways past and present in a unique setting that connects Buxton’s rich railway history with imaginative fun.
Perfect for all ages – come along and let your imagination ride the rails!
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