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Lakeside & Haverthwaite Railway

Heritage Railway & Transport · Cumbria, England

Lakeside & Haverthwaite Railway is a heritage railway & transport in Cumbria, 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.

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PriceAdult £12.50 · Child £7.30 · Family £37.50
Checked on the official fares page: train-only return adult £12.50, child £7.30, family (2 adults + up to 3 children) £37.50. Combined tickets with the Lakes Aquarium (family £57) and Windermere boats are available.
Opening times2026 steam season 28 March-1 November, trains daily in season.
Best time to goWeekdays in term time.
School holiday tipEarly 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 ages3-10
If it rainsMixed: carriages are covered; stations are outdoor
FoodTea Room daily 9am-4.30pm (last food orders 3pm).
Money saverCheck family return tickets and dining-train extras; book window seats.
Top tipsCombine with Windermere Lake Cruises. Book window seats.
What to packLayers, snacks, camera, change for kiosks

Details checked against the official website on 23 Oct 2026. Venue website or source

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