Barrow Hill Roundhouse Railway Centre

Barrow Hill Roundhouse Railway Centre Britain's last surviving operational railway roundhouse; a unique museum and event venue for families. Open Saturdays and Sundays 10am to 4pm.
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Barrow Hill Roundhouse is the last surviving railway roundhouse in the United Kingdom with an operational turntable. Built in 1870, it was threatened with demolition in 1991 when the site was closed by British Rail. It was saved by a group of dedicated volunteers who have transformed it into a premier railway venue. The Roundhouse is open to the general public every weekend between March and Decem

ber. It is also the venue for several major events every year and attracts over 30,000 visitors annually. As well as the turntable and unique sheer legs (lifting gear), it has a changing display of steam and diesel locomotives and other rolling stock, a collection of artefacts and memorabilia, and an operational signal box and short running line. The Roundhouse was awarded Museum Accreditation by the Museums Libraries and Archives Council in 2010. Barrow Hill Roundhouse is also home to the Deltic Preservation Society. The site is connected to the national railway network and this has encouraged several commercial rail companies to base their activities at Barrow Hill, generating over 60 jobs and making a valuable contribution to the local economy. Clients include East Midlands Railway, Network Rail, DRS, GBRf, Freightliner, Colas, The Northern Belle, Harry Needle Railroad Company, Rampart Engineering and NewRail (railway research facility affiliated to Newcastle University). With good rail and road connections, a large car park and on-site catering, the Roundhouse is a popular choice for railway industry demonstrations and product launches. It is also an interesting and different venue for corporate away days.

Bring on the Super Sub!!The Class 03 is having a “hydration break” and D2868 is taking over duties on the “Springwell Ex...
20/06/2026

Bring on the Super Sub!!

The Class 03 is having a “hydration break” and D2868 is taking over duties on the “Springwell Express” for the rest of today.

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20/06/2026

The train now arriving at Roundhouse Halt is the 1035 “Springwell Express”…

The sun is shining and we’re having a great time at our Father’s Day Train Running Weekend.

See you soon!

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Class 26 26007 and Class 03 03066 are doing the honours this weekend.

We’re open 10am to 4pm Saturday and Sunday - train rides 10am to 3pm.

19/06/2026

**FATHER’S DAY CELEBRATIONS THIS WEEKEND**

Don’t forget to join us for one of our special 2026 Running Days to celebrate all the special dads, grandads, uncles and brothers in our lives.

We are delighted that Class 26 26007 and Class 03 03066 will be on train running duties this weekend. Our thanks to Victor Korzeniewicz for allowing to use his stunning Class 26 locomotive.

📍 Barrow Hill Roundhouse, S43 2PR
📅 20 and 21 June 2026
🕰️ 10am to 4pm
🎟️ (On the day, no pre-booking required):
Adult: £15.00
Child (3-15 yrs, under 3s free): £10.00
Family (2 adults and up to 3 children): £45.00

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**FATHER’S DAY CELEBRATIONS THIS WEEKEND**Don’t forget to join us for one of our special 2026 Running Days to celebrate ...
19/06/2026

**FATHER’S DAY CELEBRATIONS THIS WEEKEND**

Don’t forget to join us for one of our special 2026 Running Days to celebrate all the special dads, grandads, uncles and brothers in our lives.

We are delighted that Class 26 26007 and Class 03 03066 will be on train running duties this weekend. Our thanks to Victor Korzienwicz for allowing to use his stunning Class 26 locomotive.

Take a trip up the Springwell branch line and see the Roundhouse site and the ever-changing line up in the yard from a different perspective.

Entry also includes access to the Roundhouse Museum and exhibitions, and turntable and signal box demonstrations.

See you soon!

📍 Barrow Hill Roundhouse, S43 2PR
📅 20 and 21 June 2026
🕰️ 10am to 4pm
🎟️ (On the day, no pre-booking required):
Adult: £15.00
Child (3-15 yrs, under 3s free): £10.00
Family (2 adults and up to 3 children): £45.00

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**SOCIAL EVENING REMINDER**Don’t forget it’s our June Social Evening tomorrow Thursday 18 June. Doors open at 19.00. All...
17/06/2026

**SOCIAL EVENING REMINDER**

Don’t forget it’s our June Social Evening tomorrow Thursday 18 June. Doors open at 19.00. All are welcome.

Our guest speaker is Steven Fairbrother, an award-winning landscape and wildlife photographer, Steven only started his railway photography journey four years ago but has been hooked ever since. His talk details his travels around the country at various diesel galas and lineside locations.

Entry is via the Commercial entrance (electric gate), which is open between approximately 19.00 and 19.25 to allow a prompt start at 19.30.

Hot and cold drinks are available from the Cafe before 19.30 and during the interval.

Admission is £3.00 for Barrow Hill members and £5.00 for non-members.

Free parking on site.

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**HALF CAB 41708 FUND RAISER - SILENT AUCTION DEADLINE EXTENDED**We've had a fantastic response to our Silent Auction in...
06/06/2026

**HALF CAB 41708 FUND RAISER - SILENT AUCTION DEADLINE EXTENDED**

We've had a fantastic response to our Silent Auction in aid of the restoration of our Half Cab 41708, with some great bids coming in. However, there are still plenty of lots up for grabs and we don't want you to miss out so we're extending the auction deadline to 12 noon on Sunday 28th June 2026.

This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to get hold of a unique piece of railwayana AND support our campaign to get our steam locomotive back in steam.

You can find more information on all the items in the auction and how to make your bid at https://www.barrowhill.org/silent-auction/.

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**SOCIAL EVENING REMINDER**Don’t forget it’s our May Social Evening tonight. Doors open at 19.00. All are welcome. Our g...
21/05/2026

**SOCIAL EVENING REMINDER**

Don’t forget it’s our May Social Evening tonight. Doors open at 19.00. All are welcome.

Our guest speaker is Colin Boocock with the first of his two presentations on Railway Photography Through the Decades. Tonight he will cover 1947 to 1979.

Entry is via the Commercial entrance (electric gate), which is open between approximately 19.00 and 19.25 to allow a prompt start at 19.30.

Hot and cold drinks are available from the Cafe before 19.30 and during the interval.

Admission is £3.00 for Barrow Hill members and £5.00 for non-members.

Free parking on site.

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16/05/2026

**FRIDAY FUN AT RAIL ALE 2026"

Everyone needs a bit of ABBA in their life! So here's a taste of the fun we had at Rail Ale 2026 on Friday. With loads more still to come today and Sunday!

Tickets available on the gate on both days.

See you soon!

14/05/2026

**YOUR RAIL ALE TRAIN IS WAITING TO DEPART**

And we have a rare treat for you. Not one but TWO Class 02s - D2868 and 02003 - double-heading on the back of the train. Leading from the front will be Class 20 20132.

Train rides from 12 noon to 5pm on Friday, Saturday and Sunday at the

Tickets available online from https://www.seetickets.com/tour/rail-ale-festival. Also available on the gate.

See you soon!

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**YOUR RAIL ALE TRAIN IS WAITING TO DEPART**And we have a rare treat for you. Not one but TWO Class 02s - D2868 and 0200...
14/05/2026

**YOUR RAIL ALE TRAIN IS WAITING TO DEPART**

And we have a rare treat for you. Not one but TWO Class 02s - D2868 and 02003 - double-heading on the back of the train. Leading from the front will be Class 20 20132.

Train rides from 12 noon to 5pm on Friday, Saturday and Sunday at the Rail Ale Festival.

Tickets available online from https://www.seetickets.com/tour/rail-ale-festival. Also available on the gate.

See you soon!

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Address

Campbell Drive, Barrow Hill
Chesterfield
S432PR

Opening Hours

Saturday 10am - 4pm
Sunday 10am - 4pm

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