Cropthorne Light Railway is a private ten and a quarter inch gauge steam railway based on a Midland theme.
We open to support the Cropthorne Walkabout and another charity event throughout the year.
The 700 metre long route wanders through the stunning Worcestershire countryside and services are hauled by a variety of resident and visiting steam locomotives.
Our subtle link to Railway 200 is the fact that the railway is based on a Midland theme and this event provides something for everyone, even if not everyone is interested in railways!
The Cropthorne Walkabout is an annual event which falls on Sunday 4th and Monday 5th of May day bank holiday. It is run by volunteers to raise funds for the local community and the up keep of our lovely Church which dates back to the 12th century. Every year the church is adorned with a flower festival which fills it with beautiful aromas and is a sight to see.
The Walkabout is a great day out for all the family. We have live music, a variety of stalls selling everything from fruit and veg, plants and flowers, tombola, ice cream, craft stalls and, of course a beer tent as well as tea, coffee and cakes. There is a climbing wall for the kids, a miniature steam railway, a dog show, kids play area, Morris dancers, vintage cars and a lot more besides.
The highlight of the event is the open garden. A lot of the local residents open their gardens so you can visit the lovely thatched cottages and houses which date back centuries.