Ravenglass & Eskdale Railway Review

Very small steamtrains, but loved every minute on board. We were fortunate enough to have lovely weather so we took seats in the open carriages. Full views all around. Perfect!

Excellent location fun station nice train ride great scenery expensive ice cream lol

Lovely sunny afternoon 40minute ride on a steam train in an open carriage through some beautiful scenery with a cream tea at the end. Bliss.

If in the area take a ride on the little narrow gage train, a pleasent day out.

OK lovely countryside side and this well preserved narrow gage railway is a nice trip but ? Go see for your self ok not expensive

Great fun for anyone especially in the outdoor carriages!

Great day out and a nice little railway running from the coast to the Eskdale. Perfect for kids and adults, sit back and enjoy the ride. Soak in the beauty of the hills and countryside.

A lovely way to see the natural countryside on the way up to Dalegarth, make sure you leave enough time to walk around. It was really nice to take in more scenery in Boot. We had a drink in the first pub, but on our walk to the water mill, the second pub looked a lot nicer.

Adorable little railway through beautiful countryside. All staff very helpful throughout. Used the app to go on a walk which was easy to follow.

A lovely train ride through beautiful scenery hauled by steam engine's with great coffee, cakes and restaurants at each end. Not to be missed if in the area

You can't beat a bit of miniature steam through cracking countryside.

Very good trains were cleaned regularly and very good social distance measure in place

Scenic railway. Just not a lot else to do in the area

Brilliant place to visit. We were playing football in the park and came down to have some of the best ice-cream we have ever had. I was a bit too old for the train journey but I enjoyed watching the trains come and go. Breakfast at the cafe was gorgeous as well. I will hopefully stop again next time I go to the Lake District.

Camped for a week lovely reception from Mary. beautiful campsite . Only 2 showers think that could be better

Wonderful experience. Lovely scenery and choice of enclosed and open carriages. Steam and diesel locomotives and fun for all.

Nothing too exciting. The small train moves at about 15-20mph through the plains. We're used to seeing greenery so it was nothing new. I guess it will be a nice change if you're coming from a desert country or something. The trip to the end takes about 40 mins

enjoyable trip to dalegarth. A couple of nice pubs and you can even get a beer and something to eat at the station cafe

The railway was very professionally organised with plenty of options available for travel. Ravenglass itself was very (VERY) quiet with just a couple of pubs and a few houses. But the sea views of the estuary were lovely and tranquil and we More

Great day out. Very enthusiastic staff. Loved the steam engines.

Beautiful little trains. 40 mins one way from Ravenglass to Dalegarth. Lovely sights of the Eskdale Valley on the way.

It's a little steam train and it's a good one. The conductor and driver were very happy to be there which is what you want.

Lovely steam train trip, with a very nice afternoon tea in one of the cafe's. Lovely day out.

A tourist railway with stunning scenery, a flexible all day 'return' rover ticket, access to a number of walks including to a waterfall. What's not to like?

Very good, 2 negatives, unicorn quiz.....2 signs either missing or impossible to see (we guessed the answer, but missed out on scenery looking for the signs!) Seats not at all comfortable for a 40min journey!

By far my favourite preserved railway. The Ravenglass and Eskdale Railway (or Ratty as it's known) winds its way from the coast at Ravenglass seven miles inland. On its way it will whisk you past an estuary, along the bottom of Muncaster Fell and through beautiful woodland. There are playgrounds for children at both ends of the line, which is useful for letting off a bit of energy after sitting on the train for the 40min ride. The are also excellent cafes at both ends as well as a new museum at Ravenglass which is a big improvement over the old one. For those in the area for walking there's even a book written by Wainwright called "Walks from Ratty" written especially for the railway.

Well worth it. This is a once in a lifetime experience.

A super little railway that feels like your are riding on a toy - lots of fun! There are some good walks at the top with some interesting stepping stones by the church - there's a bridge too if you don't fancy getting wet. The top station has vegan ice-cream too!

A great day out for all the family (including the dogs) ages 3 to 93 all left with a smile on there face even on a rainy day however on a nice day the open carriage would be recommended for better views.
Cafe at the end of the line (boot side) was good call to shelter from the rain and refuel before our journey back.
Museum was interesting too with period costumes for the kids to wear and have a picture in one of the display trains.

Lovely day out on laal ratty . Steam and diesel trains run every day and is a lovely trip to take. Allow time for a look around. Kids love this but adults seem to love it more. Can be busy on bank hols but plenty of seats available.

The railway stations is open. To be sure of a ride you should book your tickets in advance

Such a wonderful journey through beautiful countryside on a little steam train that started from a quaint station in Boot and wound its way all the way to the coast. There wasn't much to do there except visit the steam railway museum, but interesting for adults and the 40 minute journey behind a green steam train was worth every penny. Beware to check the timetable carefully to avoid the odd diesel train that is put on.

Fab little railway. On the national rail network. Great cafe at the end of the line. Tasty and reasonably priced food. Pretty scenery. If weather kind get a seat in the open carriage. Fun for kids.

Goes thru wonderful country side
Great trip

The scenery was so beautiful and the train ride was something not to be missed. Went with the steam train rather than the diesel and it just brings you back to a different place in time.

Only looked, didn't ride but looks very interesting and well looked ater

Nice for a day out to walk in the valley. Easy walks for young and old. Steam train is a nice experience

Its a little out of the way via windy hilly road. Carriages not comfortable for tall people. Good cafes.

The sat nav sent me the wrong way so I phoned the station and told them I would only just make it and they held the train back for 5 mins for me to make it. What a wonderful touch. The journey had some of the most fantastic views. Can only recommend this attraction as highly as I can had a fantastic day l.

Amazing locomotives in a pretty natural area! Really worth it if you want to go for a little or longer walk in the mountains but also if you just want to go for a ride and an ice cream :) at the little cafe on the last stop. We'll be back!!

There could've been more things for children to enjoy and maybe lower the cost of the train ride, overall it was quite a nice walk and the restaurant was pleasurable.

Amazing place to visit wonderful day out riding the steam trains x

Excellent journey, lovely cafe at both ends and very nice staff

Fabulous experience, despite the covid 19 changes. Will be back

Just fab, amazing little railway and a lovely cafe with home cooked food

Its a lovely run up and down the line. I would definitely recomend it.

Really good day riding small stream or Diesel trains from ravenglass to boot. It's about 7 miles each way taking 40 mins and worth getting an open top cartridge to take in the views

Great fun for young and old alike. Took my toddler and 8 month old and they were very impressed. As were the 80 year old in laws and my husband and I.
Good day out. Even in these covid times.

It's a steam train what more can you say BRILLIANT CHO CHO CHO

A great afternoon or full day out. Food and beer options at both ends of the journey. We parked at Muncaster Castle's free car park and there is a half hour walk to the Ravenglass station, talking in nearby Roman bath house ruins along the way.

The journey takes you through amazing vista's. Plenty of photographic opportunities.

Amazing views. First come first served so can be busy.

Best small gauge train trip we have been on. Outstanding

Really lovely train ride...a little nippy in the open carriages if it's not cracking the flags, so layer up. So much fun for children and adults alike. We went out on the diesel and came back on the stream train. The museum in the carpark is also fun, it's very hands on for the kids which is great. They can dress up, sit on trains, build bridges, do brass rubbings etc whilst the grown ups read.

Friendly scenic steam and diesel rail line with 7 miles of track creating an enjoyable and worthwhile journey through varied scenery. Good cafes at both terminus but I preferred the one at Boot.

Excellent day out with local stops along the stations for visiting villages along the way.

Good old ratty. Nice train ride up and down with tea shop / Loo's at each end.

Lovely train ride despite the cold weather, loved it as well return soon.

This is such a joyful experience for all ages, riding a small sized train trough the rural scenery that offer you an amazing view over the mountains, rivers and forests. Would recommend you get the open top carriages as they offer you the best view, just have your camera's ready!

This is great for all ages! You'll certainly enjoy the ride & both stations have a very good cafe & toilets.

Always love to remember the lovely ride I made in 2014. Having a ride with the steam engine I smiled thinking about Ladykillers when passing the bridge of Irton Road Station. Also to mention the engine move activities in Boot including refueling. Always good as a whole family event. Not only for kids.
Cheers from a german railway man

Had an absolute brilliant time. The scenery is outstanding but for me it's the steam engines I like. The drivers and firemen I so relaxed willing to talk to you and let you have a great look over the engines. Food in the cafes was a bit More

Wonderful experience nice place to visit open spaces and very friendly people.

it was a very fun ride even in the pouring rain :) although some children were being very noisy it was still enjoyable, staff were nice and friendly

Steam trains and diesel's up and down the dales keep the kids and adults happy

It's a lovely friendly place. Found the staff very friendly with grand children