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What's Included
- Travel by vintage bus to the Ecclesbourne Valley Railway
- Enjoy a return steam train journey from Wirksworth to Duffield and back
- Drinks can be purchased from the licensed bar on the train
- Travel through the picturesque Derbyshire countryside for your one hour and thirty minute journey
- Journey from the railway in the vintage bus to Matlock Bath
- Enjoy some free time in Matlock Bath before heading back to your pick up point aboard the vintage bus
The Vintage Buses
- Ernie 1936 Leyland
- Walter 1946 AEC
- Ethel 1956 Bedford coach
What Can I Expect
All aboard for the Summer Special vintage bus and steam train days! A wonderful day out in Derbyshire that combines vintage buses, heritage railways and Matlock Bath; the Peak District town with a seaside flavour!
Your nostalgic day out starts with being picked up in a fully-restored vintage coach, with stops in North Nottinghamshire available. You’ll then enjoy a superb journey to Wirksworth, the home of Ecclesbourne Valley Railway.
The longest heritage railway line in Derbyshire, you will travel by steam train from Wirksworth to Duffield and back, with stops at Idridgehay and Shottle stations. There’s a licensed bar onboard, with a full range of drinks for you to purchase and enjoy during your trip.
You’ll then be collected by vintage coach to go to Matlock Bath, where you’ll have free time in the afternoon. On sunny weekends and Bank Holidays, the town attracts lots of motorbikers and it’s a great place to visit.
We recommend a walk along the North and South Parade with a stop off for a bite to eat (fish and chips are a must!) and ice cream, then perhaps a visit to the Aquarium, before spending some two penny pieces in the games arcades!
After a coffee on a terrace overlooking the River Derwent, visit the Derwent Gardens at the south end of the town and then cross over the bridge to take Lover’s Walk under the trees back to the train station areas.
Your vintage coach will be waiting in Matlock Bath to take you back to your original departure point after a fantastic summer special day out in Derbyshire filled with fabulous vintage travel and sightseeing too.
When Is It Available
- Selected dates in July and August 2025, subject to availability
- Due to popularity it is recommended you book well in advance to avoid disappointment
2025 Dates
- Sunday 27th July
- Sunday 17th August
Location
- Depart from your choice of the following Nottinghamshire locations
- Departs between 09:00 and 09:30, returning for 17:00 approx
- Sutton Sutton-in-Ashfield, NG17
- Annesley Woodhouse Kirkby in Ashfield NG17
- Kirkby in Ashfield Kirkby in Ashfield NG17
Suitable For
- Under 18s must be accompanied by a participating adult
Anything Else
- Please note that in the event of a mechanical failure we reserve the right to substitute the Steam Locomotive for a Heritage Diesel Locomotive
- Please note: Once you have booked your date 28 days notice is required should you need to change your booking
- Any changes made within 28 days will result in your experience being forfeited
- In the unlikely event that minimum numbers are not reached the trip may be postponed or cancelled
