Forty years ago, in 1986, the world bid farewell to the Rev Teddy Boston. Immortalised as the Fat Clergyman in the Thomas the Tank Engine stories, Teddy Boston built and operated the 2'0" gauge Cadeby Light Railway around the village rectory gardens. After that railway closed, much of the equipment came to Apedale and under […]

Bring in the new year with a Winter Steam Gala. Details will be announced later in 2025, but we expect to operate 3 or 4 engines. Keep checking for updates. Please note that this event is run by the Railway.  For info see www.avlr.org.uk or e-mail info@avlr.org.uk

Santa will be at Apedale again in on December 13, 14, 20 and 21.  These trains are always extremely popular, and we strongly recommend that you book ahead to avoid disappointment.  Bookings can be made via this website - the link will be added when the bookings are opened - this is usually early September. […]