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Tickets and details on eastlancsrailway.org.uk

Haunted train rides from Bury Bolton Street. This year's theme is the Swamp Monster of Irwell Vale. Departures around 5:30pm, 7pm and 8:30pm; check times and prices when you book.

When

Thursday 29 October to Saturday 31 October

Where

East Lancashire Railway, Bolton Street Station, Bury Map and directions

Price

About £20 to £25

Type

Haunted attraction

Last checked

17 October 2026. Plans change, so check eastlancsrailway.org.uk before you go.

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