Group Tours at Ravenglass and Eskdale Steam Railway
We have a fantastic range of group tour options to suit all itineraries and budgets. Any tour that is booked with us can be personalised to your requirements. We work with our trusted partners in the Lake District National Park to be able to offer a large variety of add on options.
Organised tour groups of ten or more people qualify for our group fares; please note this is only applicable for advanced bookings from organised tour operators, official organisations and community groups only. Tour guides and essential companions travel FREE. FREE parking for coaches at Ravenglass station. All group tours must be booked directly with us in advance and can either be paid for by invoice (requires a credit application) or paid for on the day of travel.
Steam to the Hills Tour
A return steam departure from Ravenglass with an option of either an immediate return journey from Dalegarth for Boot station or time to alight at the station. The second option allows you to enjoy the facilities, pre-book lunch, or explore Boot Village and visit England’s oldest working Watermill.
The single journey time is approximately 40 minutes from Ravenglass to Dalegarth. Single journeys are available on request. Prices from £8.00.
£16 per adult (return journey) - includes standard entry to the Ravenglass Railway Museum
Add a Ravenglass Railway Museum bespoke guided tour, pricing available upon application.
Food Options for groups at the Turntable cafe at Ravenglass Station
Turntable café is located on platform 1 at Ravenglass Station. The café's seating area spans over two floors with the upper floor seating reserved for groups or large parties with table settings for up to 50 persons. Ideal for group and party reservations. Please note food options do not include travel on the railway. for train travel return journeys and first class upgrades click here. Pre order food a minimum seven days in advance of travel.
Min 10 persons. Travel trade only. Must be pre-booked. Food orders must be ordered a minimum seven days in advance. For train travel return journeys and first class upgrades click here. Terms and conditions apply.
VIP First Class Steam to the Hills Tour
A return steam departure in one of the First Class carriages from Ravenglass with an option of either an immediate return journey from Dalegarth for Boot station or alight at the station. There is an option to add lunch or food options to this tour for an additional charge.
The single journey time is approximately 40 minutes from Ravenglass to Dalegarth.
£26 pp (return journey)- includes standard entry to the Ravenglass Railway Museum
Add a Ravenglass Railway Museum bespoke guided tour, pricing available upon application.
One Happy Family with Ullswater Steamers One Hour Cruise
A combined fare with our sister attraction, Ullswater Steamers. The tour includes a one-hour single journey seven-mile cruise on Ullswater from either Pooley Bridge or Glenridding piers and a return steam trip on the railway from Ravenglass station. The tours do not have to be taken on the same day.
£27.00 per adult.
Group Christmas Itinerary at Ravenglass and Eskdale Railway
Enjoy a festive treat in the Lake District onboard heritage steam trains. Our Christmas timetable operates from 28th December 2025 to 3rd January 2026. Enjoy a return steam train ride along the Ravenglass and Eskdale Railway as part of our 'Winter Warmer' service.
Pre-book festive lunches at The Ratty Arms or our newly refurbished Turntable Cafe, with Cream Tea boxes, Christmas Lunches and Soup and Sandwich deals all available to pre-book for groups. Both venues seat 50 people. Enquire below.
Upgrade your group visit
- Upgrade First Class Observation Carriage – single journey £5.00 pp
- Upgrade First Class Carriage – single journey £4.00 pp
- Ravenglass Railway Museum bespoke guided tour price on application. FREE entry to the Museum is included as standard.
- Pre-order picnic boxes and cream teas to take on the train - prices on application
- Pre-order dining or cream teas for groups at the Turntable cafe or The Ratty Arms - prices on application
- Private charter trains for groups - prices on request for single and return journeys
- 2025 Christmas tours enquiries here
Steam on the Wild Side with Muncaster Castle
A return steam departure from Ravenglass combined with a visit to Muncaster Castle and Gardens. The Castle is less than a ten-minute drive from Ravenglass and makes for a fabulous day out. Don't forget to take in their bird of prey display too!
£29.50 per adult
£19.50 per child (ages 5-17)
Free for children under 5 years old
First-class fare: £39.50 per adult
