Welcome to the enchanting world of the Lincolnshire Wolds Railway, where history comes alive amidst the picturesque landscapes of the Lincolnshire Wolds. Our heritage railway, steeped in nostalgia, is a captivating journey into the past, offering a unique and memorable experience for visitors of all ages.
Only a short distance from Grimsby, the seaside resort of Cleethorpes and the historic market town of Louth, Lincolnshire Wolds Railway is a great day out for everyone.
Ride on the train, enjoy some great food in the café and make some new amazing memories as you visit us. Our heritage steam trains run between Ludborough and North Thoresby and work is now in progress to extend the line southwards towards Louth.
We are managed and run entirely by a team of dedicated volunteers, do come and say hello. We are so excited to welcome you to the only standard gauge Heritage Steam Railway in Lincolnshire.
It is very important to us to keep our heritage line running and keeping steam alive, we are living history with a purpose to recreate and preserve railway scenes of the past. We look forward to giving you a warm welcome.

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What a fantastic steam railway this is. I have two small boys who are train obsessed and they loved it. I would also like to mention how lovely the people... read more who work here are. Everyone we met was polite and helpful, even helping us on and off with our pram. Thank you so much for a brilliant day, we will be coming back soon.
Really enjoyed the entertainment put on by Mark and his colleagues today. The staff where friendly and knowl
What a great couple of hours spent with family at a volunteer run station and train. The station is great, a flash to a bygone era and we had a... read more look in the small museum and shop before having a hot drink and a snack in the cafe carriage, whilst we waited for our departure time. The outbound journey to the North Pole was good and the kids and adults all seemed to be enjoying themselves. Santa came through the carriages giving gifts to the children and the adults each got a pen, which was an unexpected touch. On the return journey the elves got everyone involved in a sing and dance, which was great cheesy fun. Once back at the station, there was a photo with Santa and then we had a look at the engine and our youngest was very happy to have his photo with the driver on the loco footplate. All round good fun and for a great volunteer workforce, I salute them.
Not sure what experiences others had, but we for sure had a great time and highly recommend. I guess it's all about expectations and attitude. Keep up the good work.
We absolutely loved this!! Wish is was nearer to home. Great to support something run by many happy, friendly, cheery staff/volunteers. All of whom have knowledge of the rail line.... read more
We arrived early at the free car park over the road from the station, drawn into the steaming kettle by the smell of bacon cooking.
Children thought the cafe was a great idea to recycle train carriages.
The actual train ride was more than we expected, choose where you sit, have a short time to wonder the next station and return back. Lots of reminiscing happened.
We had a look round the model railway, had a go on the tombola and look round lots of cheap treasures to buy.
If ever in the area we would definitely have another visit and recommend to others.
I went here for the first time today (18th April) and truly enjoyed it. The little trip to North Thoresby and back was very cute and pleasant. Special mention to... read more Marc who greeted us very warmly and made sure we was ok. Although the Steam Locomotive failed (bless it and no ones fault as these things happen) the Diesel Engine trip was just as enjoyable. I will most definitely return again in the very near future especially that I get to enjoy the experience first time again with the Steam Engine instead.