Discover the Lincolnshire
Wolds Railway Experience
Welcome to the enchanting world of the Lincolnshire Wolds Railway, where history comes alive amidst the picturesque landscapes of the Lincolnshire Wolds. Our heritage railway, steeped in nostalgia, is a captivating journey into the past, offering a unique and memorable experience for visitors of all ages.

Welcome to the Lincolnshire Wolds Railway
Only a short distance from Grimsby, the seaside resort of Cleethorpes and the historic market town of Louth, Lincolnshire Wolds Railway is a great day out for everyone.
Ride on the train, enjoy some great food in the café and make some new amazing memories as you visit us.
Our heritage steam trains run between Ludborough and North Thoresby and work is now in progress to extend the line southwards towards Louth.
We are managed and run entirely by a team of dedicated volunteers, do come and say hello.
We are so excited to welcome you to the only standard gauge Heritage Steam Railway in Lincolnshire. It is very important to us to keep our heritage line running and keeping steam alive, we are living history with a purpose to recreate and preserve railway scenes of the past.
We look forward to welcoming you to our friendly railway.
Our Reviews
Really enjoyed the entertainment put on by Mark and his colleagues today. The staff where friendly and knowl

August 1, 2021
What a shame this has lost the personal touch that it had when we took our eldest 2 grandchildren a few years back! We were met by... read more Santa on the platform and they were given their lovely gifts after the train journey and had photos taken with him, which was money well spent. Not like this year which was so disappointing, no organisation, no one seemed to know where to go and no personal touch at all. The gift was tacky. This was supposed to be a Santa Special, the train didn’t even have the Santa Special sign on as it did previously! Very disappointing and a complete waste of money, definitely would not recommend this to anyone!

December 1, 2021
Came the Sunday over Jubilee weekend. Weather was showers. But The Railway was open with the Diesel locomotive working. ?Despite the weather once again there is something to see ... read more Hagglers halt shop is a gold mine .all staff have time for everyone The guard Tony a brilliant bloke ..Olive in the booking office all go out of the way to welcome you .the line may be short .but they are progressing to break out towards Louth .keep an eye out on their Web site to running days with shows put on .Even it was raining yesterday the railway is fine .they will be having steam Locomotives back on the service soon . So the icing on the cake ....They have a good Member of staff who reminds me of Chamberlain returning from Munich waving his book of Raffle tickets .with a smile on his face Priceless ?

June 1, 2022
A brilliant family festive trip! Great presents and entertainment from a very energetic and enthusiastic elf. We loved every minute!

December 18, 2021
The Lincolnshire Wolds Railway has ambtious plans to extend the line and can only do it with public help. It is good to know we can experience a railway adventure... read more and know at the same time that we are helping their fundraiisng and pay towards extending the line. £600 buys one length of rail. But every little helps. Very enjoyable morning. Had breakfast first before the train ride, Volunteers very friendly and helpfuol. Very nostalgic for the older members of our party and fascinating for the younger ones. Can recommend a truly wonderful experience. I have heard of this railway before but never realized it was as good as this.

November 1, 2021
A wonderful railway is well worth a visit. This is a family-friendly place and disable, friendly to. The Railway runs between Ludborough and North Thoresby in Lincolnshire and is extending... read more its tracks South to Pear Tree Lane. The railway has fantastic views of the Lincolnshire Country side, ludborough Station has a mk3 buffet car serving meals....cold/warms snacks... drinks and cakes. The cakes are very delicious to try, and the tea is wonderful.
You can visit the engine shed and see locomotives being refurbished and there is also a museum and gift shop too. There is also a second-hand book shop, Hagglers halt, which is also worthy of a visit. There is a car park by Ludborough Station, but there is no car park at North Thoresby.
Once you buy a ticket you can ride the trains all day long.

April 3, 2023