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Barrow Hill Roundhouse

Barrow Hill Roundhouse is the last surviving railway roundhouse in the United Kingdom with an operational turntable.



About

Barrow Hill Roundhouse is the last surviving railway roundhouse in the United Kingdom with an operational turntable. Built in 1870, it was threatened with demolition in 1991 when the site was closed by British Rail. It was saved by a group of dedicated volunteers who have transformed it into a unique railway museum and events venue.

Museum Opening Hours 2024
(2nd March – 15th December)

Saturday 10.00am to 4.00pm
Last entry 3.00pm
Sunday 10.00am to 4.00pm
Last entry 3.00pm
Monday to Friday – Closed

Cafe Opening Hours 2024
(2nd March – 15th December)
Saturday 10.00am to 3.30pm
Sunday 10.00am to 3.30pm
Monday to Friday – Closed

Adults – £9
Children
(3-15) – £7 Under 3’s free
Family
(2 adults and up to 3 children) – £28

Entry to the cafe and shop is FREE – the entrance fee only applies to the Roundhouse and exhibitions. Tickets can be purchased in the shop at the start of the tour.

Different ticket prices will apply for the Roundhouse’s special events.

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Barrow Hill Rail Ale Festival

Sample over 350 real ales – many brewed locally – plus craft beers, ciders, gin, prosecco and wine

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