Good(s) Friday

Good(s) Friday

Start your Easter with the Good(s) Friday Event!

Kick off the bank holiday weekend with a trip back in time as we recreate good trains as they ran back in the day! On Good Friday, our impressive fleet of goods trains will be running alongside our regular passenger services, giving you the rare chance to see these hardworking locomotives in action.

From the sight and sound of classic steam and diesel engines hauling vintage wagons, to the atmosphere of a busy railway at work, this event shines a spotlight on the railway’s commercial past and the vital role goods trains once played.

It’s a fantastic day out for enthusiasts, history lovers, and families alike. With an action-packed timetable and plenty of opportunities for stunning photography, the Good(s) Friday Event is the perfect way to start your Easter celebrations. Don’t miss it!

GCR Home Fleet

No. 68067

Type

Saddle tank

Designer

Hudswell Clarke

Configuration

0-6-0

Class 45 – D123

Power Output

2,500 bhp

Engine

Sulzer 12LDA28B, 12-cylinder diesel

Max Speed

90 mph

Additional Information

Real Ale Trains

The B Set Refreshment Car will be serving a great selection of drinks and light refreshments for those looking to relax and enjoy the atmosphere on our heritage trains.

On board you’ll find four real ales on tap and two ciders, alongside a selection of bottled ales and ciders. Wines and soft drinks will also be available, so there’s something for everyone to enjoy during the journey.

If you’re feeling peckish, a range of sandwiches and sausage rolls will be available throughout the day and into the evening — perfect for a quick bite between trains.

Stations Information

When purchasing a runabout ticket, you will have access to travel on all our standard passenger trains throughout the day, allowing you to hop on and off to explore all our historic stations.

Good(s) Friday

GCR Reviews

Loughborough Central

Quorn & Woodhouse

Rothley Station

Leicester North