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On Saturday 11th June the Singer Owners’ Club will be visiting the Midland Railway-Butterley as part of the Club’s 70th anniversary rally.
About 40 vehicles are expected ranging from the 1920s to the 1970s with cars such as the Singer Le Mans from the 1930’s the Singer Roadster from the 1950’s and the Singer Vogue and Gazelle from the 1960s. The cars will be on display at Swanwick from 11.00am until about 4.00pm
Train Travel
Experience the way travel used to be with a train ride through the wonderful Derbyshire countryside on one of the Midland Railway – Butterley’s heritage Diesel Multiple Units. These trains have really large windows and so there is an excellent view all round. Plus you can see into the cab and see the driver in action, as well as the track ahead.
Trains depart from Butterley at: 11.00am, 11.50am, 12.40pm, 2.00pm, 2.50pm & 3.45pm
Get off the train at Swanwick Junction and explore the Museum Complex, where you will be able to visit the Demonstration Signal Box, Victorian Railwayman’s Church and the Country Park. Other attractions may also be open.
Trains return from Swanwick Junction at: 11.35am, 12.25pm, 1.15pm, 2.35pm, 3.25pm & 4.00pm.
Today’s Train Fares
| Ticket Type | With Gift Aid | Without Gift Aid |
|---|---|---|
| Adult | £12.50 | £11.00 |
| Over 60 | £11.50 | £10.00 |
| Child (aged 5-16) | £6.25 | £5.50 |
| Child (under 5) | Free | Free |
| Family (2 adults and up to 3 children aged 5 – 15) | £31.25 | £27.50 |
Parking at Butterley Station is FREE.
About Gift Aid
Gift Aid is available to UK tax payers, enabling the Midland Railway Trust to reclaim 25% of the amount paid from the government. Gift Aid visitors will receive vouchers to spend in the shop and as a thank you for payment by this method. This represents excellent value for the visitor as well as benefiting the Midland Railway Trust.