A new railway exhibition will allow families and rail enthusiasts to explore the tracks that put Lancashire on the map.
Steward’s Gallery at Clitheroe Castle Museum will present On Track – A Glimpse into Lancashire’s Railways Past and Present until the end of June.
The exhibition will include toys, artefacts and photographs from Lancashire Museums and privately owned railway memorabilia from local railway historian Brian Howarth’s personal collection.
It has been curated in partnership with Community Rail Lancashire and will help visitors discover more about Lancashire’s railways and East Lancashire’s community station, and about the county’s lost and lasting lines.
County councillor Peter Buckley, cabinet member for cultural services at Lancashire County Council, said: “Our railways are the foundation of our county. Our communities and economy were built on them, and they connect people to this day.
“We encourage people to visit this brilliant exhibition to learn something new and we look forward to seeing you soon.”
In addition, there are film clips about exploring Lancashire by rail and young rail enthusiasts can also watch a film about Brian the Bull’s adventures travelling along the Ribble Valley Line.
Clitheroe Castle Museum, which is just a short walk from Clitheroe station, will also host a packed programme of railway-related activities between 11am and 3pm on Wednesday, February 15.
Entry to the Steward’s Gallery exhibition is free and will run until Friday, June 30.
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