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Ravenglass & Eskdale Railway - Private Functions

Ravenglass and Eskdale Railway Train with a scenic mountain backdrop and lake reflection © Mark Fielding
  • Ravenglass and Eskdale Railway Train with a scenic mountain backdrop and lake reflection © Mark Fielding
  • Scenic Views from Ravenglass & Eskdale Railway, Lake District
  • Ravenglass and Eskdale Railway station in Ravenglass, Cumbria
  • Interior at the Turntable Cafe at Ravenglass & Eskdale Railway, Lake District
  • Premier Carriage interior at Ravenglass & Eskdale Railway, Lake District
  • Visitors aboard a Ravenglass and Eskdale Railway train © Phil Green
  • Cream tea at the Ratty Arms for groups in Ravenglass, Cumbria
  • Ravenglass & Eskdale Railway train with scenic mountains © Mark Fielding

Type:Conference non-residential venue

Ravenglass & Eskdale Steam Railway Station, Main St, Ravenglass, Cumbria, CA18 1SW
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The Ravenglass & Eskdale Railway is an ideal venue for private functions and corporate events. Located in the Western Lakes, it is accessible by good road and rail links. There is a wide array of amenities, including: catering facilities, private carriage hire and function rooms at both Ravenglass and Dalegarth stations.

The Turntable Café, Ravenglass Gift Shop, Information Centre, Railway Museum, Cycle Trails, Fellbites Café, Scafell Gift Shop, The Eskdale Room, The Ratty Arms, Free Wi-Fi, Free commentary app and Children's Playgrounds. Both stations have private function rooms and catering facilities which are ideal for private functions, parties and conferences.

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Opening Times

Season (1 Jan 2025 - 31 Dec 2025)

* Opening times vary throughout the year, please see website for details.

Facilities

Accessibility

  • Disabled toilets - There is also a Changing Places facility at Ravenglass Station, located on platform one.
  • Facilities for hearing impaired
  • Facilities for visually impaired
  • Wheelchairs available

Booking & Payment Details

  • Credit cards accepted (no fee)

Catering

  • On-site catering
  • On-site light refreshments
  • Picnic site

Children

  • Baby changing facilities

Groups

  • Education/study area
  • Facilities for educational visits
  • Facilities for groups

Meeting, Conference & Wedding Facilities

  • Facilities for conferencing
  • Facilities for corporate hospitality

Parking

  • Parking with charge

Property Facilities

  • Gift shop
  • Postbox
  • Public toilets
  • Smoking not allowed

Site Features

  • Regional Tourist Board Member
  • Welcome Host

Target Markets

  • Accepts groups
  • Coach parties accepted

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      Accessibility NotesWe recommend calling in advance to discuss any accessibility arrangements so that we can provide a tailored experience for your needs

      Public Areas

      Baby changing facilities
      Good contrast between the floor and walls
      Hearing loop installed in public areas
      Level access (no steps/thresholds) or access by ramp or lift:
      From the entrance to reception / ticket area
      To a specially adapted public toilet suitable for wheelchair users
      To the gift shop
      Visitor information available in large print (14pt and over)

      Food

      Children's menu
      Good contrast between the floor and walls
      High chairs for children
      Level access (no steps/thresholds) or access by ramp or lift to cafeteria
      Menus available in large print (14pt and over)
      Restaurant / cafe provide meals for visitors with special dietary requirements:
      Gluten free (coeliacs)
      Lactose free (dairy free)
      Nut free
      Vegan
      Vegetarian
      Seating suitable for wheelchair users, ie moveable and good height for person sitting in a wheelchair

      Parking

      Designated parking for guests with disabilities
      Within 50 metres approx. of entrance
      Drop-off point for guests outside entrance
      The route from the parking area to the entrance:
      Is flat (i.e. without steps)
      The surface of the car park and pathway leading to entrance:
      is solid

      General

      Audible alarm system
      Clear signage
      Effective lighting for visually impaired visitors
      Hearing loop system
      Routes/pathways suitable for wheelchair users or visitors with limited mobility
      Seating available for visitors with limited mobility
      Wheelchairs provided
      Free

      This information is self-assessed; therefore we accept no liability for its accuracy. Please contact the venue for further information.

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      Map & Directions

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      Road Directions

      BY ROAD From M6 junction 36 follow the brown Western Lake District signs to Broughton-in-Furness, passing Newby Bridge on the A590 and turning right at Greenodd onto the A5092. From Broughton follow the A595 to Silecroft T junction (turn right) and beyond. From M6 junction 40 follow the brown Western Lake District signs past Keswick and Bassenthwaite Lake on the A66 towards Cockermouth. Turn left at the Cockermouth roundabout onto the A5086. Follow the A5086 to Egremont where it joins the A595. Turn left for Ravenglass following the A595. From Ambleside and Coniston, consider using the A593 passing through Torver before arriving at Broughton. From Windermere and Bowness take the A592 to Newby Bridge. Various scenic routes offer spectacular journeys. From the central lakes consider the dramatic Wrynose and Hardknott passes route to Eskdale but be aware of the 1-in-three ascents and descents, single track road and hairpin bends. Also look for Birker Fell, and the Corney Fell options on ordnance survey maps. Post Code CA18 1SW for Ravenglass Station Post Code CA19 1TF for Dalegarth for Boot Station  

      Public Transport Directions

      BY RAIL

      Leave the car behind and visit us by rail from Lancaster and Morecambe, Grange-over-Sands, Windermere, Preston, Carlisle and Oxenholme the Lake District - all key holiday destinations. Regular Northern trains travel on the scenic Cumbrian Coast Line between Carlisle, Whitehaven and Barrow calling at Ravenglass every day except Sunday. Save money with a through ticket with even greater savings for railcard holders. You can buy these from station ticket offices or from conductors on the train. Please note that we will allocate seats to Northern Rail ticket holders on the next available train at Ravenglass ticket office. Please present your Northern Rail ticket at the ticket desk on arrival. Please ensure you have cross-checked both ours and Northern's current timetables to plan your journey.

      For more details on timetable and fare information visit the Northern Rail website or call 08457 48 49 50

      Accessible by Public Transport: Ravenglass station is 0 miles away.

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