VISITOR INFORMATION
Our staff and volunteers continue to work hard to ensure visitors have a safe and enjoyable day.
Tickets
Tickets are available to purchase on the day at the ticket office at Brockford Station (excluding Santa Specials) or you can pre-book from https://www.mslr.org.uk/book-tickets/.
There is no access to Dovebrook Station or Aspall Halt to buy tickets, access to these stations is only via Brockford Station.
One free essential carer ticket can be provided for each paying disabled visitor apart from during our Santa Special event. Carers must provide assistance to the visitor and proof of entitlement may be required on entry. Acceptable documents include Letter/notice of entitlement for Disability Living Allowance or PIP, Letter from your doctor, Blue parking badge or Freedom Pass, DID card or Access card. If you have any questions regarding proof of entitlement please email events@mslr.org.uk before your visit.
MSLR Members
Members are entitled to a discounted entry fee on production of a membership card on standard event days but are charged full price for entry to Special Events, i.e. Middy in the 40’s, Country Railway Gala, Santa Specials.
Wetheringsett Residents
Wetheringsett residents are entitled to free entry on production of a residents card on standard event days but are charged full price for entry to Special Events, i.e. Middy in the 1940s, Country Railway Gala, Santa Specials.
Parking
Parking is clearly signposted on the road for both our main parking and disabled parking areas. Parking is only available at Brockford Station.
Riding on the train
Train rides will be in Victorian carriages in compartments. Trains will run approximately every 30 minutes commencing from 11am through to 3.30pm. A wheelchair accessible compartment is available.
Refreshments
Our Refreshment Room is open serving a selection of hot and cold drinks and food. Indoor seating is available or alternatively there are picnic areas available around the site.
Bar
Our bar coach, The Middy Bar, will be open on Programmed Open Days serving a range of local real ales, Aspall’s cider and a variety of wines, spirits and soft drinks.
Gift Shop
The gift shop is open and offers a range of replica models, books and toys.
Toilets
Toilets are available and are disabled accessible. Please wash your hands using soap and water before leaving the facilities.
Enhanced cleaning
Train compartments will be cleaned regularly between services. Toilets will be cleaned frequently during the day.
Dogs
We are happy for you to bring your dog providing it is kept on a lead at all times, is well behaved and friendly. We also ask that you clean up any mess and dispose of it responsibly. Dogs are not permitted to travel in the 1st class (large) compartment. Dogs are not allowed on upholstered seats.
Passenger responsibilities
We ask for your cooperation and that you always follow instructions from MSLR staff.
The MSLR will endeavour to provide service and motive power as advertised, but this may not always be possible. Preserved locomotives and rolling stock can be temperamental and late changes may occasionally be necessary. The MSLR cannot be held responsible for any disappointment or inconvenience caused by any amendments or cancellations to services made at short notice.