Voted number 12 on the list of the 50 greatest railway journeys in the world the Great Central Railway is the UK's only double track, main line heritage railway. It’s the only place in the world where full size steam engines can be seen passing each other – just as it was when steam ruled the rails.

Trains run every weekend of the year, bank holidays and daily in the summer. In addition, First Class Restaurant Car Services provide 4 or 6 course meals, whilst travelling between Loughborough and Leicester or childhood dreams can come true with a Drive a Train Experience. We also run a number of family events, including Bonfire Night and Santa Specials.

The railway has won a number of awards including “independent railway of the year”, and a gold award for the East Midlands best visitor experience and is a quality assured visitor attraction as designated by Enjoy England.

	Twin Napiers! D9009 Visits the GCR this Summer A Deltic is the GCRs summer star guest for 2010. Find out when you can experience the roar of this mighty diesel by clicking here. The Loughborough Canopy Appeal The restoration of Loughborough Central station’s ornate glass canopy is underway! Over the next two years we hope to completely restore the roof in five phases, in a half million pound project. We’re appealing for £120,000 to help fund the work. Help us raise the roof today and ensure its fit for another century. Click Here for More Details Friends of the Great Central Main Line FOGCML is the new - and only - supporters group to join if you want to play a part in preserving and operating our remarkable railway. By joining us, you’re entitled to some great benefits like award winning magazines, exclusive offers and ticket discounts. Click Here for More Details | Join Online! | Download Our Membership Form David Clarke Railway Trust The David Clarke Railway Trust is a Registered Charity formed since the death of David Clarke in July 2002. David Clarke was Honorary President and substantial benefactor to the Great Central Railway. Click Here for More Details | Donate Online | Download Donation Form