Northampton & Lamport Railway - (Pitsford and Brampton,Station)

A very promising work in progress that needs support for the welcoming team of volunteers. The train service on the day offered good value for money within the limitations of a mile and a half route.

Lovely railway. And as a volunteer we always find something to joke about while doing the job right. I have only been there for under a year. I recommend it to anyone who loves trains, lives locally, and is over 13.Jacob the Ticket Inspector

Came by and visited during the Summer Gala event at the railway and I had an enjoyable time, riding on steam engine rides with both coach and brake van, craft beer on sale and even a traction engine out and about on the day I came.I can see a promising future for this heritage railway and hope it continues the amazing work with its preservation and extension projects they have ongoing for the years to come.

Really nice little station with really friendly & helpful staff, one our visit we had the opportunity to ride a couple of the trains. They serve food and drink, for those peckish while they are looking around.

Small preserved railway just outside Northampton. The line runs along side part of the Brampton Valley Way walk and cycle path, which is where the railway used to run before it was closed and brought back through the use of volunteers. Easily reached by road and by foot from the pathway from Northampton (or Market Harborough if you're energetic), plenty of parking on site with an overflow car park too. A static mark 3 buffet car is on site for refreshments and a small souvenir shop. Prices are very steep, £7.50 on the day for just one trip of a mile with no re-rides permitted (50p discount if you buy online). I am certainly all for supporting a preserved railway as they are a charitable trust, however looking at the pricing structure should be one of their focus points. Even raise the base price by 50p for unlimited rides, as those who stay for another journey are more likely to use the buffet, gaining further revenue. Staff were all very friendly and toilets available at the one station. A further extension to the line is planned in the near future. A class 31 diesel provided the traction with mark 2 carriages on the day I visited. Services run hourly and travel half a mile one way, half a mile the other, then half a mile back the same way you came from to give a 30 minute train ride.

Went for a little walk along the track with my littlest boy.Loads to look at and puddles a to splash in.Had a great time and so did George

Great little station, cafe, train. Staff happy to answer questions. Junction box open for viewing. Happy to support.

Fun time with the family. The little ones loved the visit from Santa and a ride on the steam train

Simply brilliant. So many smiles children and adults. Everyone having a great time.Staff were particularly kind to the lady who’d come a long way only to find her guests unable to join her not to mention her broken down car. Such kindness and generosity!

Highly recommend the Santa Special trip. My family loved the whole experience. The staff were very friendly and well organised. The faces of my grand children lit up when they opened their gifts from Santa…. Very generous ! Thankyou !!