The Chasewater Railway
Burntwood, Staffordshire · ★ 4.6 · 1,968 visitor reviews
Burntwood, WS8 7NL

About
The Chasewater Railway operates standard gauge heritage steam and diesel trains on Sundays and Bank Holiday Mondays throughout the year, most Saturdays and certain weekdays throughout the summer. They are a volunteer run charity. They are located in Chasewater Country Park, just off the southbound A5 at Brownhills West and the Railway is conveniently placed for visitors from every part of the country.
Free Parking. They have an accredited museum, heritage centre, narrow gauge line, model railway and traditional tea room and gift shops. The Railway is rapidly gaining recognition as one of the major visitor attractions within the Walsall, Lichfield and Cannock areas.
Family friendly and with its policy of low-cost fares and membership fees, it offers excellent value for money and all are welcome. The Railway operates passenger trains from its headquarters at Brownhills West to Chasetown, with intermediate stations at Norton Lakeside and Chasewater Heaths. A round trip of nearly 4 miles takes about 45 minutes.
Day Rover tickets offer travel on all trains operating on the day of issue. All of the trains, stations and other facilities are accessible for visitors with mobility difficulties.
Good for: all ages, babies toddlers, older children, teenagers, young children
Categories
Facilities
- Onsite Parking
- Toilets
- Baby Changing
- Pushchair Friendly
- Accessible Parking
Prices
Opening times
Monday: 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM Tuesday: 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM Thursday: 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM Friday: 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM Saturday: 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM Sunday: 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Common questions
What is The Chasewater Railway?
A heritage railway offering steam and diesel train rides around the shores of Chasewater Reservoir.
Is The Chasewater Railway suitable for young children?
Yes, the railway welcomes all ages from babies and toddlers to teenagers for nostalgic train adventures.
What are the opening hours for The Chasewater Railway?
Open every day from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM.
Does The Chasewater Railway have facilities?
Yes, there is on-site parking with accessible spaces, toilets, baby changing, and pushchair-friendly access.
What can families do at The Chasewater Railway?
Ride heritage trains, explore the railway museum, and enjoy the lakeside scenery in Burntwood, Staffordshire.
What families say
1968 reviews