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We’re open mid-February to Mid-November, 11am to 4pm, subject to trains operating on the Midland Railway - Butterley.
Access information relating to the Midland Railway – Butterley and train rides can be found on their website.
If trains are not running, please give us a call or email at least 24 hours before your visit, where possible.
We will be able to advise on access to the site and ensure that somebody will be available to greet you on arrival.
Location
WEST SHED is located on the Swanwick Junction museum complex of the Midland Railway - Butterley, Ripley, Derbyshire.
Normal access to the Swanwick museum complex is via a heritage train ride from the Midland Railway’s Butterley Station (fare payable), alighting at Swanwick station to walk up to WEST SHED.
Please note that this walk is approximately 430 metres (5-10 minutes) and includes some uneven surfaces.
For directions to the Midland Railway – Butterley station, train times and fares, please see their website:
Find Us – Midland Railway Butterley
WEST SHED is operated by The Princess Royal Class Locomotive Trust, which is a separate organization from the Midland Railway - Butterley – visitor access to the site is shared.
OUR ADDRESS:
The Princess Royal Class Locomotive Trust
WEST SHED
Midland Railway Centre
Swanwick Junction
Ripley
Derbyshire
DE5 3QW
Toilets: Inside WEST SHED there are several Toilet facilities inc Disabled are available.
Souvenir Shop
Refreshments: WEST SHED does not have a traditional cafe but we have a serving area for light refreshments, This includes hot and cold drinks, biscuits, crisps and a limited microwaved and toasted food menu. These are available most days subject to volunteer availability.
Baby Changing Facilities: WEST SHED has a small ‘Parent & Baby Room’ which contains a changing table.
There are additional baby changing facilities elsewhere on the Swanwick Junction museum site approximately 5 minutes walk from WEST SHED.
Reference Library & research facilities: for more information on our non-displayed collections and how to access them, please contact curator@prclt.co.uk.
Accessibility
A viewing gallery/gantry allows visitors to see work in progress in the workshop.
Disabled parking is available close to WEST SHED if required. Please contact us in advance for advice and directions.
We have a lift for wheelchair access to upper floors in WEST SHED.
There is seating available at various points inside WEST SHED.
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