From big locomotives to miniature adventures, there’s loads to see, do and experience at Crewe Heritage Centre!

Climb aboard for a ride on our miniature railway, then check out the impressive detail of our model railway layouts. Explore the powerful stories of the past in the Crewe at War exhibition and through our iconic objects including the Whitby Morrison Ice Cream vans.

Get up close to real railway giants, including the 8000th locomotive built at Crewe Works and the record‑breaking APT‑P. Head to our elevated viewing platform for unbeatable sights of the West Coast Main Line & Chester Line. And discover how trains were once controlled through our historic signalling displays.

Make the most of your visit with a trip to our shop, relax with refreshments in the café, and let younger visitors explore, play, and learn in the Kids Activity Area.

Join us for a fun, action‑packed day celebrating Crewe’s unique story!

Special Guests

Meet the RSPB team, to hear about the great work they do in conservation, and to find out how you can help the wildlife in your garden and green spaces! Their nature savvy team will test your knowledge with a wildlife trivia quiz, or show you how to make a bird feeder out of an apple! Head over to thier stand and talk to the RSPB, the UK’s largest conservation charity!

And from 11am to 3pm, Creative Crewe will be on site creating crafts around the theme “all about me”!