Tickets & Pricing

Our Big Adventure general admission
ticket allows access to:
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Unlimited return train rides to Shelley Station
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Unlimited rides on The Clayton Flyer (miniature ride-on railway)
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Unlimited access to the playgrounds at Clayton West and Shelley Stations
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Unlimited access to The Shed, our new undercover activity space
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Unlimited access to The Pillow
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Access to the The Firebox Cafe at Clayton West
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Access to The Turntable dessert parlour at Shelley Station
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Access to the picnic areas at Clayton West and Shelley Stations
Big Adventure Tickets






Our Little Adventure general admission
ticket allows access to:
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Unlimited rides on The Clayton Flyer (mini ride-on railway)
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Unlimited access to the playground at Clayton West
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Unlimited access to The Shed, our undercover activity space
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Unlimited access to The Pillow
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Access to the cafe at Clayton West Station
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Access to the picnic areas at Clayton West Station
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Access to Clayton West platform viewing points to watch the trains come and go
NO TRAIN RIDE IS INCLUDED WITH THIS TICKET.
If you wish to go on the train to Shelley Station (where The Turntable dessert parlour can be found), please purchase a Big Adventure ticket instead.
Little Adventure Tickets






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Enjoy some weekday fun with your Little Engineer
at one of our toddler/preschooler sessions.
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Unlimited return steam train rides to Cuckoo's Nest
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Unlimited platform rides on Tram No.7
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Unlimited rides on The Clayton Flyer miniature ride-on railway
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Unlimited access to the playground at Clayton West
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Unlimited access to The Pillow, our new jumping pillow
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Unlimited access to The Shed, our new indoor activity and seating area
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The shop will be open for those pocket money purchases
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The Firebox café will be open serving a reduced, cold menu, drinks & snacks (hot food will NOT be available)
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Access to our outdoor picnic areas (please note your own food cannot be consumed inside the cafe)
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Reduced capacities to ensure it’s an stress-free day out for all
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Add Hungry Engineers' Afternoon Tea, available to pre-order only for collection & enjoyment on the day
Young Engineers Tickets






Afternoon Tea Tickets




Standard Afternoon Tea Experience
Our standard Afternoon Tea can be purchased as an add-on to Big Adventure tickets. Afternoon Tea includes a delicious selection of fresh finger sandwiches, scones served with butter, fresh cream and fruity jam, sweet treats and cakes, served with your choice of freshly brewed tea/coffee.
Hungry Engineers Afternoon Tea:
Are you visiting on one of our Young Engineers days? Will you have a Hungry Engineer with you by lunchtime? We've got the perfect solution: our Hungry Engineers Afternoon Tea!

Other ticket types:


Little trains, Big Adventures at the home of Yorkshire's Great Little Steam Trains
All aboard for a scenic three and-a-half mile journey along the Kirklees Light Railway, a 15-inch narrow-gauge heritage railway in the heart of Yorkshire.
Group Tickets





Enjoy FREE admission* with a fantastic value Annual Pass.
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FREE admission on general days (Big Adventures tickets only) for one year from the date of purchase
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10% off the majority of special events for the pass holder (excludes Christmas events)
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10% off purchases on general days from The Firebox café at Clayton West Station
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10% off purchases on general days from The Turntable at Shelley Station

Annual Pass





The ideal gift for friends or family!
Gift vouchers can be purchased to a value of your choice, can be personalised by you and are valid for 12 months from the date of purchase.
Gift Vouchers




Are you a school or club?
We provide
educational trips!
Whistlestop Valley offers school groups the excellent combination of a fun day out alongside a fantastic educational experience.



