Chasewater Railway - (Brownhills West, Station)
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This place is amazing. The volunteers put a lot of love and care into everything that goes on. We brought an American relative with us And the railway volunteers made such a fuss over him - he felt so special. (There were 5 in our party). When we got to the next station, after speaking to the engine driver for further information, he offered our relative the opportunity to ride with him the short distance to the end of the line then he stayed on board just whilst the engine changed to the back of the carriages, ready for the journey back. He was so happy doing this and will remember it forever. What a lovely story to recount when he gets home. Some of the carriages had the usual rows of seats and there was a first class carriage which had a corridor carriage with compartments that seated up to 6 people each. Our American daughter in law felt like she was in a Harry Potter movie sitting in one of these compartments. We found out that the museum would close 10 minutes before the train returned to the first station. The volunteers offered to stay on half an hour longer for us. True enough when we got back, we were able to look around the engines and carriages that were currently being restored and browse around the museum. The museum was lovely and warm and the people so welcoming. There was so much memorabilia to look at, all placed beautifully in cabinets and highly polished. There were moving Mecano pieces, and trains hand made from matchsticks. For the £6.50 it cost us each for a return trip on the train. We felt the need to put a donation in one of the boxes, as it was such a wonderful day out. We didn't have time to go into the cafe but you can get something to drink and eat here and the gift shop had lots of things for children, in it. Amazing place! Would highly reccomend, and we will definately visit again.
C PC P
10
Really like doing this to the railway, I hope this gets noticed and someone does something about it. I came a few weeks ago for my 50th birthday with my partner and daughters. They had Full English which looked ok and I had a supposedly Tuna sandwich, although very sparse of Tuna. I didn't want any confrontation so just put up with it and put down to a one off. So why the bad review... I am the main organiser for a walking group in Birmingham and surrounding areas, although a new group we now have over 2600 members in 3 months. I like to take my walkers to different places and being a bit of a rail enthusiast and a Severn Valley Railway shareholder really appreciate these heritage railways and what they do for the community. I thought it was a good idea to take my walking group to Chasewater and for a small number of us (20) to have afternoon tea, a steam train ride and happy memories. Calling the local landline is useless, no one ever answers. I tried Facebook where Becky the manager gave me one response and thats it. I then by luck found a mobile number, it was answered, call back tomorrow the manager isn't here. I called back and now am told off today and possibly our group is too big... the Cafe isn't that small, I was there a few weeks ago, we could eat outside? No ideas, just a no. In these times where people are trying to keep things running, keeping jobs, communication here has let me, my group and the railway down. I really hope you don't treat all enquiries like this :( The railway is important to the area and peoples lives.
Philip BasePhilip Base
20
Chase water Railway Charity Day. Some very heavy downpours of rain but plenty of places indoors to wonder around. The Railway Museum area with snippets of history in every glass case. The workshop area with engines in various states of repair. Lots of local charities with interesting stalls. Didn't find out where the steam train went to but it took about an hour to return. Inside the welcoming cafe, we had our delicious lunch of baked potato with cheese, bread pudding and coffee. There are even 5 tables in the cafe that allow dogs in and a large bowl of water outside for them. Our first visit but hoping to make a return journey soon.
Rosemary SargentRosemary Sargent
00
An incredible place to spend time with family and kids. It has everything you need. Plenty of parking space, walking trail, open water eventhough you can't swim your dog can. Open area for bbq and chill out. And the most attractive one is the old railway, and the railway museum. You can hop on the old service. The museum is free of charge, you can go through the history pf some of the legendary locos. There is a model railway with lot of details and multiple trains, your kid will enjoy ath the fullest. There are some cafes and diners for snacks and drinks.
Ciril M. KuriakoseCiril M. Kuriakose
00
Well worth a visit! The train ride is a lot of fun too and for about £35 for a compartment of 6 (covid times), that's not too bad. However, most fun can be had watching the trains at the station. They couple and move carriages, tankers etc around. Our little one was absolutely in awe, as were we. It was also nice to see so many of the employees dressed in traditional attire. If you have lunch here, you can probably spend a total of 2-3 hours watching, exploring and riding the train. Great job everyone and thank you for making it a fantastic day.
Yasumy VYasumy V
30
I took 30 people on sat 1st June for a ride on train and a buffet at the siddings tea rooms. I must say it was fabulous all my guest absolutely thought it was fab too. The Becky and staff were very kind and helpful with what we needed. There was also a choice from a menu if any one needed. With shops to look around and a walk by the lake was a perfect day So if you would like visit chase water you will not be disappointed thanks to all for making it a fab day xx
Brenda BattBrenda Batt
10
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Pool Rd, Burntwood, Walsall WS8 7NL, United Kingdom
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+44 1543 452623
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chasewaterrailway.co.uk
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The Chasewater Railway is a former colliery railway running round the shores of Chasewater in Staffordshire, England. It is now operated as a heritage railway. The line is approximately 2 miles in length, contained entirely within Chasewater Country Park.
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