Leighton Buzzard Railway
Bedfordshire, England
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The Leighton Buzzard Railway provides teachers with a varied toolkit of educational resources, which can be used to support work at different Key Stages, or as part of the Learning Outside The Classroom initiative. Alternatively, it can just be a fun treat at the end of a long school year!
At Stonehenge Works, take a look at our exhibition about life in 1919--the year after the Great War ended, and the year our railway was built from war-surplus materials.
This and the other artefacts–real old trains and other machinery, not pictures or models–will provide stimulating input for a wide variety of curriculum topics. As will the vintage train ride that takes you there.
We will provide information to help you tailor your own teacher resource pack ahead of your visit, together with the loan of a DVD. And take a look at the downloadable worksheets produced by the Greensand Trust, with our input. Prior familiarisation visits can also be arranged for teachers, if required.
An educational (or fun) visit to the Leighton Buzzard Railway is particularly suited to pre-school and primary school children. However, we also provide facilities for secondary, further or higher education students, for example in generating coursework or project material. We are also a popular outing destination for school holiday playgroups.
On Wednesdays in June and July, we run a special timetable, designed to fit around the school day, but advance booking is essential. We can also operate on other days, by prior arrangement, and tailor our services to your needs.
Any group of 10 or more fare-paying passengers, booking in advance and travelling together on a scheduled train, gets a 20% discount on all fares, plus reserved seats. There is free parking for coaches, minibuses and cars, with a special area for groups with disabled members.
Page’s Park station is adjacent to the large public park of the same name, where educational activities can take place, or it can be used for picnics and games. Refreshments can also be ordered in advance from Dobbers buffet. A play area for small children is situated next to the railway car park.
We take very seriously the safety of all who visit us, and all our volunteers must abide by a code of conduct in respect of contacts with children, which meets current legal requirements.
DOWNLOAD a Group Travel leaflet and booking form.
DOWNLOAD a Group Travel Catering leaflet and booking form.
CONTACT US for more information, including availability of dates and buffet food options, using this form.
We are now taking enquiries and reservations for the 2011 season, which starts on 13th March. Book early if you have a specific date in mind.
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Last updated 30th January 2011
Last updated 30th January 2011
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