Crich Tramway Village provides a wonderful experience with a step back in time and a fun learning experience.
Step aboard one of the magnificently restored vintage trams for a ride into the country and back, with breath-taking views over the Derwent Valley. Explore the fascinating exhibitions, charting tram heritage, and learn about History Maker, Michael Holroyd Smith.
Stephenson’s Discovery Centre invites you to explore this interactive exhibition about the development of transport and how the lives of workers and families developed, and the are two smaller exhibitions within the Assembly Rooms, which were originally from Derby, but brought to Crich in 1963 when the interior was destroyed by fire.
You can see the expert craftsmen restoring and maintaining the trams from the workshop viewing gallery.
The Eagle Press is home to a small printing press, showing how letterpress was used between 1800 and the late 1980s.
At Wakebridge, a stop along the tram route, you can enter the newly refurbished Cabmen’s Shelter, which was used by the cabbies of Bradford, driving horse trams in the late 1800s. There are mining displays, an Octagon building full of information and an eco- friendly worm toilet. From here you can also explore the woodland walk and sculpture trail, leading to Victoria Park and a children's playground.
There is a programme of exciting special events throughout the season.
Discounts are offered for groups of 10 or more booking in advance, plus free admission and refreshment voucher for the coach driver and free parking for all.
For electric car owners, there are two fast charging spaces operated by Alpha Power.
There is an Access Tram with hydraulic lift for wheelchair users, which needs to be booked a week prior to arrival. Please email: enquiry@tramway.co.uk to book this.
For refreshments, you can enjoy a range of drinks and snacks in Rita’s Tearooms, or lighter snacks and alcoholic and soft drinks are available in the Red Lion pub, which has a fascinating history of its own.
