Mayor's Charity Day

We are honoured to be supporting Councillor Robert Bettley-Smith and his chosen charity, Papyrus. Papyrus works to prevent suicide amongst the young. Suicide is the main cause of death in people under the age of 35 in the UK. Every year more than 1,800 young people take their own lives. Papyrus provides confidential support and advice through their helpline HOPELINE247 – call , text 88247 or e-mail Lines are open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. In support of this wonderful cause, we’ll be running steam trains and operating “drive-a-loco”, with all donations from that going exclusively to Papyrus.

Sat 18 Apr11:30Moseley Railway Trust

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Community

New Member's Day

Fancy joining the team? Would you like to know about volunteering at Apedale? Wonder no more; April 25 is the date for your diary. On this day, we will be running New Member’s Day. This will be the day when you can along to Apedale and find out about becoming a member of the Moseley Railway Trust and helping us run and maintain the railway and all the things which go with it. We will have tours and talks covering the following areas: • General membership • Shop work • Restoration/engineering • Railway operations You’ll be able to take a look behind the scenes, and have a go (under supervision!) at jobs like driving locos and being a train Guard. If you sign up for Trust membership on this day, your membership will run through to the end of 2027! Events will run from 1100 until 1500. If you are interested, please register beforehand by sending an e-mail to and letting us know what area of the Trust’s work you may be interested in. If you’re unsure – that’s not a problem, but please let us know you’re coming along.

Sat 25 Apr11:00Moseley Railway Trust

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Festivals & Events

Drive-it Day

Drive-It Day is a national event when owners of classic road vehicles are encourage to get them out where they belong – on the road. At Apedale, we’re delighted to offer a destination for these classic vehicles – we’ve got tea, toilets and steam trains – what could be better? We’ll be running the trains from 1130 until 4pm, with standard fares applied. For more details of the drive-it day road event, see here. Entry forms are here (Word version) and here (PDF).

Sun 26 Apr11:30Moseley Railway Trust

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Festivals & EventsHistory & Heritage

Bus and Commercial Vehicles Rally

We will host a wide variety of preserved buses and other historic commercial vehicles. The railway will run steam trains from 1130 to 4pm, and standard fares will be charged. We welcome entries from the owners of preserved buses and commercial vehicles. Entry forms may be found here (Word) and here (Pdf). One point – space considerations mean that we cannot accommodate large trailers. Thanks! The PMT Preservation Trust will be running road trips with their vehicles, including to/from Newcastle town centre. First bus to leave Apedale at 10:30. Leave Newcastle at 10:50. Back to Apedale by 11:05. Last bus to leave Apedale is 16:00. Operating a 30 minute service unless it gets busy and frequent buses are needed.

Sun 10 May11:30Moseley Railway Trust

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Markets & Fairs

Car Boot Sale & AutoJumble

One man’s trash is another man’s treasure! If you are looking for an excuse to get rid of things you no longer require, or want to come and sell your goods, we have the perfect event for you. We have three such events through 2026 – on May 17 (when diesel trains will be running), on July 12 (when steam trains will be operating) and on September 13 (also steam). The site will be open from 8.30am for set up and buyers can arrive from 9.00am. Cars £5 Vans £7 Buyers FREE!! Cash Only on the gate. No need to book a pitch – we have plenty of space. There is no requirement to book in advance, and no requirement to pay in advance. Beware scammers who make seek to impersonate us and request payment! These events have their own Facebook page for short-notice updates (for example, if there is poor weather) – search “Apedale Valley Light Railway Car Boot Sales” Toilets and refreshments will be available. Trains on the railway will start from 10.00. Standard fares apply to train rides. Cash & Cards accepted for train rides and station shop sales.

Sun 17 May08:30Moseley Railway Trust

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Markets & Fairs

Car Boot Sale & Autojumble

One man’s trash is another man’s treasure! If you are looking for an excuse to get rid of things you no longer require, or want to come and sell your goods, we have the perfect event for you. We have three such events through 2026 – on May 17 (when diesel trains will be running), on July 12 (when steam trains will be operating) and on September 13 (also steam). The site will be open from 8.30am for set up and buyers can arrive from 9.00am. Cars £5 Vans £7 Buyers FREE!! Cash Only on the gate. No need to book a pitch – we have plenty of space. There is no requirement to book in advance, and no requirement to pay in advance. Beware scammers who make seek to impersonate us and request payment! These events have their own Facebook page for short-notice updates (for example, if there is poor weather) – search “Apedale Valley Light Railway Car Boot Sales” Toilets and refreshments will be available. Trains on the railway will start from 10.00. Standard fares apply to train rides. Cash & Cards accepted for train rides and station shop sales.

Sun 12 Jul08:30Moseley Railway Trust

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Festivals & EventsHistory & Heritage

Classic Cars and Steam Trains day

Classic Cars & Steam Trains day. Steam trains 1130-4pm. Standard fares apply. Chrome and old leather mixes with our gleaming steam engines! Fancy bringing your classic? You would be most welcome, and we are usually judged one of the friendliest and most welcoming venues on the “circuit”. The entry form for the show are here (word format) and here (pdf format).

Mon 31 Aug11:00Moseley Railway Trust

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Markets & Fairs

Car Boot Sale & Autojumble

One man’s trash is another man’s treasure! If you are looking for an excuse to get rid of things you no longer require, or want to come and sell your goods, we have the perfect event for you. We have three such events through 2026 – on May 17 (when diesel trains will be running), on July 12 (when steam trains will be operating) and on September 13 (also steam). The site will be open from 8.30am for set up and buyers can arrive from 9.00am. Cars £5 Vans £7 Buyers FREE!! Cash Only on the gate. No need to book a pitch – we have plenty of space. There is no requirement to book in advance, and no requirement to pay in advance. Beware scammers who make seek to impersonate us and request payment! These events have their own Facebook page for short-notice updates (for example, if there is poor weather) – search “Apedale Valley Light Railway Car Boot Sales” Toilets and refreshments will be available. Trains on the railway will start from 10.00. Standard fares apply to train rides. Cash & Cards accepted for train rides and station shop sales.

Sun 13 Sept08:30Moseley Railway Trust

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