The Rudyard Lake Steam Railway Episode 3 of Miniature Railway Britain
The second miniature railway I visited on my adventure around the British Isles visiting every miniature railway was the Rudyard Lake Steam Railway. Built on the tracked of the old Leek to Macclesfield Railway for the most scenic section running beside Rudyard Lake. One the day I visited there was a two train service with Ex Mull & West Highland Railway Victoria and Exmoor Steam Railway built No. 8 King Arthur doing the honors.
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Rudyard Lake, Leek Staffs, UK
A video of a wonderful Lake
Rudyard Lake Steam Railway
Our ride on a little Train at Rudyard Lake Steam Railway
Rudyard Lake Steam Railway
A delightfully sunny and warm Sunday 24th June 2018
Rudyard Lake Steam Railway
Near Leek in Staffordshire, on the edge of English Peak district, this narrow gauge railway runs alongside the Rudyard lake, providing entertainment for children and adults alike. Take a return trip, walk part of it, stop at the dam for a walk or refreshments. A great way to spend an afternoon.
Leek & Rudyard Railway Steam Gala 21st & 22nd September 2019
The Leek & Rudyard Railway held their annual Steam Gala on 21st and 22nd September 2019 and what a cracker it turned out to be.
The LRR resident fleet and Guest Locos Edward V111 and the ever popular Nelly operating a 30 minute Passenger Timetable with Goods Trains using the newly overhauled wagons between passenger service. They looked fantastic.
In addition to that we were also treated to the first appearance of Victoria after a major overhaul
The guys from The North Staffs Model Engineering Society were there offering rides on their 5 inch Gauge portable Railway.
Once again the Guys at the Leek & Rudyard Railway have produced a great weekend of action along the side of the beautiful Rudyard Lake.
Many Thanks to everyone involved for yet another brilliant Steam Gala.
Rudyard Lake Steam Railway
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Rudyard station to The dam: Rudyard Lake mini railway
Rudyard Lake miniature railway Leek Staffordshire Steam Engine Platform
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Rudyard Lake Steam Railway
My visit to the Rudyard Lake Steam Railway near Leek, Staffordshire on Monday 15th February 2016.
This is Rudyard station and the steam locomotive hauling the train is Number 8 King Arthur 0-6-2 tank engine.
Click on the following link for the railway website:
rudyard lake steam railway
rudyard lake steam railway
Places to see in ( Leek - UK )
Places to see in ( Leek - UK )
Leek is a market town and civil parish in the county of Staffordshire, England, on the River Churnet. Leek is situated about 10 miles north east of Stoke-on-Trent. Leek is an ancient borough and was granted its royal charter in 1214. Leek is the administrative centre for the Staffordshire Moorlands District Council. King John granted Ranulph de Blondeville, 6th Earl of Chester, the right to hold a weekly Wednesday market and an annual seven-day fair in Leek in 1207.
Leek's coat of arms is made up of a Saltire Shield. On the top is the Stafford Knot, either side is the Leek Double Sunset and below a gold garb. The crest is a mural crown with three Mulberry leaves on a Mount of Heather on top of which a Moorcock is resting his claw on a small-weave Shuttle.
Most of the town is at or above 600 feet (180 m) and is surrounded by the higher countryside of the Staffordshire Moorlands which is situated on the southern uplands of the Pennines. Leek is built on the slope and crown of a hill which is situated just a few miles south of the Roaches; a gritstone escarpment which rises steeply to 1,657 feet (505 m). Leek is situated at the foot of the Peak District National Park and is therefore often referred to as the Gateway to the Peak District, although the town is more often referred to as the Queen of the Moorlands.
Leek offers some contemporary architecture, most notably the alterations and refurbishment to Trinity Church on Derby Street (2011) and new teaching building on Horton Street for Leek College (2013). Nearby Rudyard Lake is a popular tourist attraction and home to the Rudyard Lake Steam Railway, running along its eastern shores. Other nearby local attractions are the local football club Leek Town F.C., Alton Towers, the cultural and leisure facilities of the city of Stoke-on-Trent, and the Peak District National Park. The Churnet Valley Railway at Cheddleton also attracts several thousand passengers a year
Leek's Double Sunset on and around the summer solstice also attracts many tourists. Traditionally, the best location for seeing the double sunset was in the grounds of the parish church, but it is no longer visible from there. Currently, the best locations to witness the spectacle are from Lowe Hill, on the outskirts of the town, and from the private road to Pickwood Hall, off Milltown Way. The phenomenon and its possible observation points are described in detail in Jeff Kent's book, The Mysterious Double Sunset. In May of every year, Leek Arts Festival takes place, celebrating the cultural heritage of the town.
The town of Leek is served by First with a regular number 18 bus service (or 16 on an alternative route via Cellarhead). Leek was served by Leek railway station, which was opened by the North Staffordshire Railway on 13 July 1849 but was finally closed in 1965.
( Leek - UK ) is well know as a tourist destination because of the variety of places you can enjoy while you are visiting the city of Leek . Through a series of videos we will try to show you recommended places to visit in Leek - UK
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Places to see in ( Leek - UK )
Places to see in ( Leek - UK )
Leek is a market town and civil parish in the county of Staffordshire, England, on the River Churnet. Leek is situated about 10 miles north east of Stoke-on-Trent. Leek is an ancient borough and was granted its royal charter in 1214. Leek is the administrative centre for the Staffordshire Moorlands District Council. King John granted Ranulph de Blondeville, 6th Earl of Chester, the right to hold a weekly Wednesday market and an annual seven-day fair in Leek in 1207.
Leek's coat of arms is made up of a Saltire Shield. On the top is the Stafford Knot, either side is the Leek Double Sunset and below a gold garb. The crest is a mural crown with three Mulberry leaves on a Mount of Heather on top of which a Moorcock is resting his claw on a small-weave Shuttle.
Most of the town is at or above 600 feet (180 m) and is surrounded by the higher countryside of the Staffordshire Moorlands which is situated on the southern uplands of the Pennines. Leek is built on the slope and crown of a hill which is situated just a few miles south of the Roaches; a gritstone escarpment which rises steeply to 1,657 feet (505 m). Leek is situated at the foot of the Peak District National Park and is therefore often referred to as the Gateway to the Peak District, although the town is more often referred to as the Queen of the Moorlands.
Leek offers some contemporary architecture, most notably the alterations and refurbishment to Trinity Church on Derby Street (2011) and new teaching building on Horton Street for Leek College (2013). Nearby Rudyard Lake is a popular tourist attraction and home to the Rudyard Lake Steam Railway, running along its eastern shores. Other nearby local attractions are the local football club Leek Town F.C., Alton Towers, the cultural and leisure facilities of the city of Stoke-on-Trent, and the Peak District National Park. The Churnet Valley Railway at Cheddleton also attracts several thousand passengers a year
Leek's Double Sunset on and around the summer solstice also attracts many tourists. Traditionally, the best location for seeing the double sunset was in the grounds of the parish church, but it is no longer visible from there. Currently, the best locations to witness the spectacle are from Lowe Hill, on the outskirts of the town, and from the private road to Pickwood Hall, off Milltown Way. The phenomenon and its possible observation points are described in detail in Jeff Kent's book, The Mysterious Double Sunset. In May of every year, Leek Arts Festival takes place, celebrating the cultural heritage of the town.
The town of Leek is served by First with a regular number 18 bus service (or 16 on an alternative route via Cellarhead). Leek was served by Leek railway station, which was opened by the North Staffordshire Railway on 13 July 1849 but was finally closed in 1965.
( Leek - UK ) is well know as a tourist destination because of the variety of places you can enjoy while you are visiting the city of Leek . Through a series of videos we will try to show you recommended places to visit in Leek - UK
Join us for more :
Rudyard Lake Steam Railway 2005
Rudyard Lake Steam Railway - 2015 Film
Steam Locomotives King Arthur (red) and Merlin (blue) are seen hauling passenger services on the Rudyard Lake Steam Railway near Leek in Staffordshire, UK. Filmed by Keith Greenwood of The Elmtree Line.
Rudyard lake steam railway the drivers view
Rudyard lake steam railway the drivers view to Rudyard on Excalibur
Rudyard Lake Railway Quintuple Header!
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