Photography Day

June 28th 2005

A few places left - book now !

One of the incredible photo opportunities along the line (Dave Gibson)

A unique opportunity, the Churnet Valley railway's Photography Day is aimed at the budding photographer, photographic society member or general rail enthusiast.

To anyone with an interest in photography this has to be an opportunity not to be missed. A full day's photographic shoot reliving the heady days of rail travel in the 1950s and 1960s with steam engines, coaches, fine old stations and costumed staff, recreating platform scenes of a bygone age and all this with the beautiful Churnet Valley as a backdrop. Get those cameras out and book today !

The level crossing at Cheddleton complete with 1950s Scammell Scarab

The full day's itinerary includes: -

GWR 7821 Ditcheat manor 4-6-0 Steam Locomotive

Maroon Rake BR Mark 1 coaches

Access to prime photographic locations along the line

Photographic opportunities at the stations and engine shed

Staff in 50s / 60s railway costume

Buffet lunch served in the Tea Room at Kingsley & Froghall station included

Entry into the Heritage Railway Magazine's photographic competition

Exhibition of all competition entries at Cheddleton Station

All inclusive price of £45

Access to prime locations along the line, not normally accessible, will be included

A detailed itinerary is available upon booking.

Limited places so book now to avoid disappointment, please call 01538 360522.