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Keighley & Worth Valley Railway<\/h2>\n

\"\"<\/a>The Keighley & Worth Valley Railway is a preserved standard gauge line which joins the national railway network at Keighley and runs 5-miles up the valleys of the River Worth and Bridgehouse Beck to Oxenhope.<\/p>\n

The Keighley and Worth Valley Railway Preservation Society was formed upon the closure of the line by British Railways in 1962 with the aim of returning a daily passenger service to the Worth Valley area.<\/p>\n

The Society reopened the branch line from Keighley to Oxenhope in June 1968, just weeks before steam finally ended on British Railways in August of the same year. Despite the original aim of the Society to reinstate a daily service on the branch, it soon became clear that a full-time commuter service would not be possible, certainly in the first instance, and probably ever, although this has not stopped the subject of commuter trains being discussed at some length in the last 50 years or so.<\/p>\n

For more information visit:<\/strong>\u00a0kwvr.co.uk<\/a><\/p>\n

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The Watercress Line<\/h2>\n

Let off steam at this living history railway! Experience the nostalgic sights, sounds and smells of steam as you travel through 10 miles of beautiful Hampshire countryside, adjacent to the South Downs National Park.<\/p>\n

Located just seven miles from the ancient city of Winchester, you can join the line at the picturesque Georgian town of Alresford or at the bustling market town of Alton. Fares give you all day travel, so you can visit all four heritage stations with period charm as well as these historic towns.<\/p>\n

Alresford station is where the watercress that gave the line its name was sent all over the country by train from the goods platform you can still see behind the signal box. Here you can visit the West Country Buffet for some delicious hot meals, snacks and drinks, and visit our gift shop for a range of souvenirs and model railway pieces.<\/p>\n

For more information visit:\u00a0<\/strong>watercressline.co.uk\/<\/a><\/p>\n

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The Yorkshire Air Museum <\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n
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Discover an exciting range of curriculum-linked workshops for schools. The programmes span a timeline from 1300 to 1949 and cover a range of topics including history and STEM. Workshops can be tailored to meet the requirements of your group, and they are happy to work with you to ensure the visit supports your learning objectives. Please let them know when booking if you have any specific requests.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Workshops include guided activities with group participation, demonstrations, displays and access to artefacts from the museum’s collection. Each session lasts approximately 45 -50 minutes with a maximum of 20 pupils per group<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Note: The workshops run on Thursdays and Fridays only. On other days, school groups are welcome to come for a self-guided visit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For more information:<\/strong> yorkshireairmuseum.org\/education\/schools-and-educational-visits\/<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Yorkshire Museum Of Farming<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n
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Forget grainy footage and textbook exercises. When we teach history through the ages, we get interactive with immersive educational days that will transport pupils into a whole new era.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Visit us at Murton Park and pick your historical adventure \u2014 from meeting the settlers at our reconstructed Viking village, to practising military drills in our Roman Fort.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Or travel back in time in the comfort of your classroom with our engaging in-school talks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Not your average school assembly<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bring the Murton Park experience to your school! Our engaging talks bring history to life right in your school hall, featuring costumed characters and authentic artifacts. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Please see:<\/strong> www.murtonpark.co.uk\/schools<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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East Lancashire Railway (ELR)<\/h2>\n\n\n
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The ELR has a long and rich heritage, from all the way back when the very first trains steamed into Bury Station in the 1840s. The development of the line and all of its local railway stations was a key part of the Industrial Revolution in Lancashire, and it\u2019s been an integral part of the area\u2019s growth and identity ever since.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Discover who\u2019s who on the East Lancashire Railway, and learn some amazing facts about each of our magnificent steam engines and dazzling diesels. Find out who\u2019s currently hurtling up and down the lines of our heritage steam railway, who\u2019s getting spruced up, and who\u2019s just here on holiday or paying us a quick visit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For more information visit:<\/strong> www.eastlancsrailway.org<\/a>.uk<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Diggerland is The Ultimate Adventure UK Theme Park Experience<\/h1>\n\n\n\n

Located in Kent, Devon, Durham and Yorkshire, your closest Diggerland UK Theme park is the perfect destination for action, fun and thrill packed family days out.<\/h3>\n\n\n
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Fun for all ages (subject to height restrictions), Diggerland with its 20 different rides and drives and an array of additional activities is the ideal theme park for small to large groups looking for something exciting and truly unique.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Get to grips with real JCBs and Komatsu excavators! Take a head-reeling turn or two on Spindizzy\u2026 Rise to lofty heights and enjoy the views on the Skyshuttle. Enjoy an off-road ride on the Groundshuttle or have a go on the Dodgems and Go-Karts!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

There are indoor and outdoor play areas, coin operated rides and much more! So the younger visitors can let off steam while their parents can just sit back, relax and watch the fun\u2026 or join in!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

All parks boast a Diggerland Goodie Store where visitors can mark their day with a memorable souvenir as well as buy gifts, toys and other merchandise. There are also cafeterias at each park that offer a wide selection of hot and cold snacks, meals and beverages.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For more information visit:<\/strong> www.diggerland.com<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Museum of Transport – Greater Manchester<\/bdo><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n

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The Museum of Transport, Greater Manchestertells the story of, and promotes, public road transport in Greater Manchester from its very beginnings in 1824 to the present day.

The collection spans over 100 years, from an 1890s horse bus to a full size prototype Metrolink tram. Opened in 1979 the Museum is a partnership between Transport for Greater Manchester and Greater Manchester Transport Society and is an early example of successful partnership working between a local authority and a voluntary body.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Our product is a living history experience visitor attraction, with a strong emphasis on nostalgia.<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

It is designed for audiences who want to experience and understand what it was like to live and travel in times gone by.

Our collection and displays are the experience:<\/p>\n\n\n\n