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Great Central Railway

2026 Tourism Awards Finalist

Commended — Sunday Lunch 2025 Highly Commended — Casual Dining Experience 2025 Commended — Event / Festival - Paid Entry 2025 Highly Commended — Large Visitor Attraction 2025 Best Day Out in Leicestershire 2025 Best Day Out in Leicestershire 2023

Loughborough

Great Central Railway is Britain's only double-track mainline heritage railway.

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About Great Central Railway

The moment that first plume of white steam billows across the platform, you'll feel the whole family lean forward with excitement. Great Central Railway is Britain's only double-track mainline heritage railway, threading through the Leicestershire countryside in magnificent, full-throated style. Climb aboard a lovingly restored carriage, breathe in that unmistakable mix of coal smoke and polished brass, and let the…

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