Narrow gauge heritage steam railway which takes you 7 miles through spectacular scenery from Ravenglass on the West Cumbrian coast into the Eskdale Valley.

Lake District England
Joined January 2011
Our Directors and teams would like to convey heartfelt congratulations to former CEO Jim Walker. We are thrilled to hear that Cumbria Tourism President Jim Walker has been awarded an MBE in the King’s Birthday Honours List 2024 in recognition for his services to tourism.
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Don't forget to visit our unique #watermill this summer. Great for kidz. Open Sundays - Thursdays, 10.30-16.30. #magical #picnicareas #familyactivities #play #hiddengem #multisensory #interactiveexhibitions eskdalemill.co.uk/visit
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We are so proud that Ben McGregor, our Digital Marketing Coordinator, has been crowned a winner in the Unsung Hero of the Year category at the #CTAwards2023! Congratulations, Ben, for being recognised for your commitment and passion. 😊
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Congratulations @Shed1Gin !!!
Silver goes to @Shed1Gin Distillery for its 'Make your own gin experience'! #VEAwards2023
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A brilliant achievement for @MuncasterCastle Gardens 👏👏👏
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New volunteering project #HelpingHandsCumbria launched on Fri! Together with 45 partners, Helping Hands will support you to access exciting volunteer opportunities within arts and heritage organisations across Cumbria. Find out more here: helpinghandscumbria.org. @ace_national
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Want to get away from the grind and get a feel of a bygone era? We're open to the public from Weds 28th - Sat 31st this week only. 11am-3.30pm eskdalemill.co.uk
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It's a beautiful winter's day in the Lake District, Cumbria ❄️ Wrap up warm, and don't forget to make plenty of stops for hot chocolate 😍 📍 Bretherdale
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I've been going on weekly walks to help clear my mind. Here's a little look at my adventure as a non driver, in #thelakedistrict ❤ This clip focuses on my journey to #Dalegarth from #Ravenglass on the @rersteam #steamrailway. Watch the full vid here: youtu.be/oXHUIU9mOVA – at Ravenglass, England
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I stayed in #Barrow in #Cumbria & then visted #Ravenglass & #Dalegarth in #TheLakeDistrict. All by train. As a non driver, it was a great way to get out into the fresh air & reconnect to #nature to help with my #mentalhealth ❤ Check out my trip here: youtu.be/oXHUIU9mOVA – at Ravenglass, England
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Ravenglass & Eskdale Steam Railway Enjoy a seven-mile journey from the coastal village of Ravenglass to the heart of the Lake District National Park, offering spectacular views over the estuaries and countryside #Cumbria? @rersteam link bit.ly/21ps0LO
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Taken from the last train of the day, 'Badger' heads towards Ravenglass in fading light. @rersteam
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Front end Friday @rersteam
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We love Christmas here at the railway and we know visitors do too. We're creating a display of memories of past Christmases at the R&ER and want to hear from you. What makes the R&ER the #bestlittlechristmasrailwayintheworld ? Get in touch at [email protected]
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Lovely afternoon taking a trip on @rersteam and trying out the luxury carriage, Joan. Really nice and comfortable.
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Join now to show your support! Autumn newsletter is about to be distributed to our members. eskdalemill.co.uk/support/me… #watermill #heritage #smallcharity #eskdale #cumbria
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This week our Old Signal Box is open Tues, Thurs and Friday this week. Our very knowledgeable volunteers are on hand to show you traditional railway signalling and you can even ring the bell!
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