The Greatest Gathering - Derby

Sunday 3rd August 2025

 

The Greatest Gathering - Railway 200

 

Alstom, the UK’s leading supplier of new trains and train services, will be opening its historic Derby factory to the public for the first time in 2025 to host an unprecedented event in celebration of Railway 200, the 200th anniversary of the modern railway.

The Greatest Gathering will see the largest temporary assembly of rolling stock and railway-related exhibits in a generation, all coming together for three fun-filled days across the vast estate of Derby Litchurch Lane Works.

Alongside displays of historic and modern, mainline locomotives, Britain’s biggest rail celebration will also feature rides along Derby’s test track, a variety of miniature trains in operation and layouts staged by some of the biggest names in model railways. Fairground attractions, refreshment areas and live music will also add to the festival feel.

 

 

Excursion Price: £59pp (Inc Coach Travel and Sunday Festival Ticket)

 

 

Depart Henley: 09:00am | Arrive Derby: 10:30am (approx.)

Leave Derby: 4:00pm (approx.) | Return Henley: 5.30pm (approx.)

 

Photo Credit: visitderby.co.uk