Discover the Lincolnshire
Wolds Railway Experience
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.
Welcome to the Lincolnshire Wolds Railway
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.

Experience Living Railway History
Lincolnshire Wolds Railway are proud winners of the:
TripAdvisor Travellers Choice Awards 2025
VisitEngland Quality Rose Marque Award Membership Year 2025-2026
Our Reviews
I arrived by bus to North Thoresby as it seemed closer to the bus stop and there was a pub opposite the station for a quick pint.
The... read more track is dead straight so you can see the train leaving Ludborough. It was a rare Saturday steaming so I took the opportunity to tick this one off as it can be difficult to get here on Sundays by public transport.
To be honest there’s not a lot to see but staff and stations were tidy enough and visitors seemed to be have a good time.
June 4, 2022
We took Rainbows and Brownies on the Santa’s special today and it was fantastic.
Would highly recommend taking your children it was enjoyed by all young and old!
Would like... read more to give a big shout out to Elf Marc who was fantastic with the kids they where buzzing by the time the big man himself came xx 48 of us altogether
December 12, 2021
HO! HO! HO! Joined the Santa train again and as expected FABULOUS. Big thanks to everyone involved, I was with a friend who has a disability and they were... read more happy for me to liaise with Santa's elves about an adult gift. Enjoyed the singalong with the very energetic Marc (hope you had a lie down in a dark room later chap!)
Planned an early arrival to ensure a pre-tootle brew in the buffet car.
Our only 'gripe' and this is NOT a criticism of the railway at all....very few people wore masks on board despite numerous signs asking passengers to do so and ALL railway personnel we encountered being 'muzzled up' the same as us. It is NOT the job of the railway volunteers giving their time to provide us with these amazing memories to badger visitors into 'doing the right thing' - it's a mask, just do it! To those who chose not to wear a mask: I hope my good friend/neighbour/nurse is well enough & not too exhausted to care for you should you need her in hospital.
December 12, 2021
The Lincolnshire Wolds Railway has ambtious plans to extend the line and can only do it with public help. It is good to know we can experience a railway adventure... read more and know at the same time that we are helping their fundraiisng and pay towards extending the line. £600 buys one length of rail. But every little helps.
Very enjoyable morning. Had breakfast first before the train ride, Volunteers very friendly and helpfuol. Very nostalgic for the older members of our party and fascinating for the younger ones. Can recommend a truly wonderful experience. I have heard of this railway before but never realized it was as good as this.
November 28, 2021
We took Rainbows and Brownies on the Santa’s special today and it was fantastic. Would highly recommend taking your children it was enjoyed by all young and old! Would like... read more to give a big shout out to Elf Marc who was fantastic with the kids they where buzzing by the time the big man himself came xx 48 of us altogether
December 1, 2021
we visited for the 1st time.today as didn't even know about it we came for the super hero day grandson dressed up we wore items.releted what a lovely day staff... read more are absolutely amazing lovely people and all volunteers WELL DONE GUYS , MARK the entertainer was absolutely fantastic took.time.to talk and involve everyone on board the little shop in the car park is a little.shop of gems and again staff absolutely lovely will definitely coming back keep it up guys you do an amazing job THANK YOU ?
May 1, 2022