Heatherslaw Light Railway
Heatherslaw Light Railway is a heritage railway & transport in Northumberland, England. See prices, opening times, the best days to avoid the crowds, parking and food, with every detail dated so you know how fresh it is.
| Price | Adult £12.50 · Child £6 · Family £34 Checked on the official site (2026 returns): adult £12.50, child (2-15) £6, under-2s free, family (2 adults + 2 children) £34. Tickets sold only at Heatherslaw Station. |
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| Opening times | Daily 30 March-1 November 2026. Departures from Heatherslaw 11am, 12pm, 1pm, 2.30pm, 3.30pm; from Etal 30 minutes later. Can close in bad weather. |
| Best time to go | Summer days; check running dates. |
| School holiday tip | Early July is the sweet spot for Scottish families: English/Welsh schools stay in until about 20-23 July. Late August is the English/Welsh peak, so choose Tue-Thu and arrive at opening. |
| Best ages | 3-10 |
| If it rains | Mixed: carriages are covered; stations are outdoor |
| Parking | Gravel car park at Ford Forge, Heatherslaw (TD12 4TJ), with three hard-standing disabled spaces. (Not stated) |
| Money saver | Check family return tickets and dining-train extras; book window seats. |
| Top tips | Narrow-gauge train along the River Till to Etal Castle. |
| What to pack | Layers, snacks, camera, change for kiosks |
Details checked against the official website on 23 Oct 2026. Venue website or source
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Nearby days out
- Flodden Battlefield 1 miles · Castle & Historic Landmark
- Coldstream Museum 2 miles · National Museum & Exhibition
- The Hirsel, Coldstream 3 miles · Garden, Park & Outdoor
- Etal Castle 3 miles · Castle & Historic Landmark
- Heatherslaw Corn Mill 3 miles · National Museum & Exhibition
- Lady Waterford Hall 4 miles · National Museum & Exhibition