# Kirklees Light Railway

A fantastic, traditional family day out in the heart of Yorkshire!

Climb aboard Yorkshire's Great Little Steam Trains for a scenic journey through the beautiful South Pennine Foothills from Clayton West to Shelley Station.

Built on the historic standard-gauge Clayton West branch line, the Kirklees Light Railway is a popular tourist attraction featuring real steam and diesel engines, outdoor playgrounds, a miniature ride-on railway, a cafe, tea room, large free car park, ice cream counter, a gift/toy shop and special events and experiences throughout the year. Great value annual passes are available too!

The KLR is usually open to the public on weekends, Bank Holidays and local school holidays, with special toddler/preschooler days on selected Mondays and Fridays.

Please check our website for the most up-to-date opening times.

Tickets should be booked online, in advance at www.kirkleeslightrailway.com.

- Type: Experience
- Location: Clayton West, West Yorkshire, England
- Booking: Not bookable online on HolidayFox; book direct on its website, http://www.kirkleeslightrailway.com/, or call +441484865727
- HTML page: https://www.holidayfox.com/en/e/dest-F14sP5gWbuJY/kirklees-light-railway

## Activities

- Santas Grotto
- Christmas
- Winter
- Seasonal
- Experience
- Railway and Transport Attractions
- Sightseeing and Attractions

## Suitable for

- Groups
- People
- Children or Kids (3-10)
- Family
- Tweens (11-13)

## Nearby stays

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All stays nearby: https://www.holidayfox.com/en/e/dest-F14sP5gWbuJY/kirklees-light-railway/near-by-accommodations.md

## Nearby things to do

- [Kids Creations](https://www.holidayfox.com/en/e/dest-XMeAei2fR9IP/kids-creations)
- [Leapfrogs Play Gym](https://www.holidayfox.com/en/e/dest-4Q57QMlIZRWI/leapfrogs-play-gym)
- [Yorkshire Sculpture Park](https://www.holidayfox.com/en/e/dest-rdrGfvFwZwet/yorkshire-sculpture-park)
- [Cannon Hall Museum, Park And Gardens](https://www.holidayfox.com/en/e/dest-uiEkCT0jW-jc/cannon-hall-museum-park-and-gardens)
- [Cannon Hall Farm](https://www.holidayfox.com/en/e/dest-fLsSRp3jzNG4/cannon-hall-farm)

All things to do nearby: https://www.holidayfox.com/en/e/dest-F14sP5gWbuJY/kirklees-light-railway/near-by-experiences.md

## Questions and answers

### Where is Kirklees Light Railway?

Kirklees Light Railway is in Clayton West, West Yorkshire.

### What activities does Kirklees Light Railway offer?

Kirklees Light Railway lists Santas Grotto, Christmas, Winter, Seasonal, Experience, Railway and Transport Attractions and Sightseeing and Attractions.

### What is there to do near Kirklees Light Railway?

Experiences listed near Kirklees Light Railway on HolidayFox include Kids Creations, Leapfrogs Play Gym, Yorkshire Sculpture Park, Cannon Hall Museum, Park And Gardens and Cannon Hall Farm.

### How do I book Kirklees Light Railway?

Kirklees Light Railway doesn't take bookings on HolidayFox. Book direct on its own website, http://www.kirkleeslightrailway.com/, or call +441484865727.


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