Wirksworth Back to the 40s Weekend
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✨ Step Back to the 1940s with Us! ✨
We’re excited to invite you aboard for an unforgettable 1940s weekend at Wirksworth on 13–14 June 2026!
Join Ecclesbourne Valley Railway for a wonderful two-day celebration of wartime spirit, vintage charm and classic heritage rail travel. 
🚂 Ride the Rails with Our Steam Journeys
Experience steam hauled train rides through the beautiful Derbyshire countryside — just like in the 1940s!
Our vintage locomotives will be running throughout the weekend, offering a truly nostalgic journey for all ages. 
🎶 What’s On Over the Weekend
✔ Live 1940s music to get your toes tapping
✔ Trade stalls and vintage traders
✔ Re-enactors bringing history to life
✔ Authentic wartime atmosphere and entertainment
✔ Steam train rides taking you back in time 
📍 Where & When
Wirksworth Station, Derbyshire — Saturday & Sunday, 13–14 June 2026. 
📣 Whether you’re a history lover, steam enthusiast, or looking for a fun family day out, this is one weekend you won’t want to miss!
🛤️ All aboard for history, heritage and steaming good times!
🔗 Learn more and book your rides via our website.
We’re excited to invite you aboard for an unforgettable 1940s weekend at Wirksworth on 13–14 June 2026!
Join Ecclesbourne Valley Railway for a wonderful two-day celebration of wartime spirit, vintage charm and classic heritage rail travel. 
🚂 Ride the Rails with Our Steam Journeys
Experience steam hauled train rides through the beautiful Derbyshire countryside — just like in the 1940s!
Our vintage locomotives will be running throughout the weekend, offering a truly nostalgic journey for all ages. 
🎶 What’s On Over the Weekend
✔ Live 1940s music to get your toes tapping
✔ Trade stalls and vintage traders
✔ Re-enactors bringing history to life
✔ Authentic wartime atmosphere and entertainment
✔ Steam train rides taking you back in time 
📍 Where & When
Wirksworth Station, Derbyshire — Saturday & Sunday, 13–14 June 2026. 
📣 Whether you’re a history lover, steam enthusiast, or looking for a fun family day out, this is one weekend you won’t want to miss!
🛤️ All aboard for history, heritage and steaming good times!
🔗 Learn more and book your rides via our website.
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Where is it happening?
Station Road , DE4 4FB Wirksworth, United Kingdom, Artist Trading Post, Matlock, DE4 4FB, United Kingdom
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Host or PublisherThe Ecclesbourne Valley Railway
