Ravenglass and Eskdale Railway
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"A delightful attraction for old and young alike, offering a superb full day out for visitors."
Overview
Ravenglass & Eskdale Railway is one of the oldest and longest narrow gauge railways in England, known affectionately as La’al Ratty. Located in UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Lake District National Park, it is an hour’s drive from J36 of the M6. The heritage steam engines transport passengers from Ravenglass, the only coastal village located in two UNESCO World Heritage Sites, to Dalegarth for Boot some 210ft above sea level.
Ratings & awards
VisitEngland Quality Assessed
Green Award Silver
Features
- Children
- Suitable for children of all ages
- Facilities
- Parking onsite
- Parking nearby
- Cafe
Key accessibility features
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Parking within 50 metres of entrance
Parking is available within 50 metres of a customer entrance, either on-site or off-site, in a car park or on the street. -
Designated accessible parking
Designated accessible parking is available within 50 metres of the main entrance or an alternative step-free entrance if applicable. -
Step-free route with firm surface from car park to entrance
There is a step-free route with a firm surface from the parking to the main entrance or an alternative step-free entrance.
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Step-free entrance
There is step-free access at the main entrance or an alternative entrance. This may be via a ramp or lift.
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Step-free access to all or most areas
There is step-free access to all or most areas. This may include access by ramp or lift. As a minimum, there is step-free access to an accessible toilet and at least one food and beverage outlet, where available.
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Wheelchair-accessible food and beverage outlet
There is at least one wheelchair-accessible food and beverage outlet on site. -
Quieter table
A table located in a quieter area is available, where noise is minimised. -
Table service as standard or on request
Table service is available as standard or on request. -
Dietary requirements catered for
A selection of food is offered for a range of dietary requirements.
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Wheelchair-accessible toilet in public areas
A designated accessible toilet designed for wheelchair users, and others with visible and non-visible accessibility requirements, is available within the main public areas. -
Changing Places toilet
There is a Changing Places toilet, which includes an adult size changing bench, toilet, sink and hoist. -
Emergency evacuation plan for disabled people
Personal or General Emergency Evacuation Plans are in place for disabled customers. -
Map / floorplan showing accessibility facilities
A map or floorplan showing accessibility facilities is available. -
Enclosed outdoor area
There is an enclosed outdoor area for customer use. -
Disability awareness / equality training
Disability awareness / equality training is provided for staff. -
Seating at regular intervals
Seating is available at regular intervals. -
Fast-track queuing
Fast-track queuing is available for disabled customers. -
Wheelchair-accessible viewing area
A wheelchair-accessible viewing area with step-free access is available providing an optimal vantage-point to view performances, presentations or activities. -
Assistive listening system
There is an assistive listening system available e.g. a hearing loop. -
Emergency alarm with flashing lights
There is an emergency alarm with flashing lights, to alert deaf guests to a fire or other emergency scenario. -
Facilities for assistance dogs
Facilities are available for assistance dogs e.g. water bowls, toilet area, within the grounds of the venue or nearby. -
Tactile signage
Tactile signage is available. This may include Braille.
About the area
Cumbria's rugged yet beautiful landscape is best known for the Lake District National Park that sits within its boundaries. It’s famous for Lake Windermere, England’s largest lake, and Derwent Water, ‘Queen of the English Lakes', but other lesser-known areas in the south, such as the Lune Valley and the coastal towns, are secret gems of wide cobbled streets and rolling hills.
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Yattus
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Yattus Cottage
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