Irwell Valley - Real Ale Trail by Rail
Overview
A fantastic opportunity to enjoy some of the local drinking establishments of the East Lancashire Railway whilst absorbing the breath taking scenery of the Irwell Valley as we travel by steam train. Whilst all the bars will have a host of real ales they also offer a variety of refreshments to cater for all taste buds.
Meet at 1100 hours Bolton Street Railway Station, Bury BL9 0EY at the Trackside Bar, Platform 2.
*Please note we intend catching the train departing from Bolton Street Railway Station Bury at 1155 hours*
We depart on board a steam train which will run along a stunning 12 mile journey, carving through rich landscapes with plumes of smoke billowing in its wake. We will be transported through tunnels, over viaducts and past the scenery and greenery of the Irwell Valley.
You may wish to bring your own refreshments for the outward bound train journey (40 minutes duration).
From the train stations to the public houses it is between 5-10 minutes walk.
Please note whilst Tanya will be the volunteer co-ordinator for this event, it is the individual’s responsibility to ensure that they board and get off the trains at the relevant stations as it may not be possible to keep everyone together on board the train. Also if you miss the 1155 hours train, you will have to purchase another rail ticket to Rawtenstall.
Dogs: this event is Dog friendly (Tanya will be taking her lovely border collie Ozzy).
Includes
- The services of a Spice volunteer host
- A ticket for the rail trail
- A main course meal (or 3 Tapas) including service charge at the end of the journey
Extras
- All drinks purchased on the day
- Any additonal food purchased on the day
Location & Itinerary
- Departing Bolton Street Railway Station Bury at 11:55 hours
- Our first stop will be Rawtenstall where we will visit Casked Ale House and the station also has its very own Buffer Stops Bar.
- Departing 13.55 hours Rawtenstall - we board again alighting at Ramsbottom where we will visit Irwell Works Brewery
- Departing 1605 hours Ramsbottom - we are back on the steam train to Bury where we will participate in some much needed food at the Racconto Lounge, 4 Clerke Street, The Rock, Bury, BL9 0PN (booked for 16.45pm)
Choose from:
- Spicy Brisket & Birria Dip Tacos: folded soft tacos with melted cheese, sweetcorn & cheddar fritters, tortilla chips, guacamole and tomato salsa
- Black Been, Sweetcorn & Spicy Tomato Tacos: folded soft tacos with melted cheese, sweetcorn & cheddar fritters, tortilla chips, guacamole and tomato salsa
- Louisiana Fried Chicken with Chipotle Mayo: lightly spiced chicken tenders with house slaw and fries
- Louisiana Fried Chicken with Chilli Ketchup: lightly spiced chicken tenders with house slaw and fries
- Louisiana Fried Chicken with Maple BBQ Sauce: lightly spiced chicken tenders with house slaw and fries
- Nasi Goreng: Malaysian-style fried rice with chicken and king prawns, red chilli, spring onion, sesame seeds and chilli sauce, topped with a fried egg
- Sri Lankan Roast Squash, Spinach & Chickpea Curry: Mildly spiced coconut curry with coriander, rice, lime and spring onions
- Sri Lankan Marinated Chicken Curry: Mildly spiced coconut curry with coriander, rice, lime and spring onions
- Chicken, Bacon & Avocado Salad: Grilled herby chicken, smoked bacon, avocado, red onion, mixed leaves and cherry tomatoes with toasted seeds, aged Italian cheese and Caesar dressing
- Buddha Bowl Salad: Roasted Squash, harissa aubergine, avocado, Persian grains, tenderstem broccoli, smoky hummus, pickled red cabbage, pomegranate seeds, coriander sauce and grilled flatbread
- Lounge Burger: British beef patty, lettuce, tomato, red onion, gherkin and burger sauce served with house slaw & fries
- Chicken, Bacon & Avocado Burger: Grilled herby chicken, smoked streaky bacon, avocado, lettuce, tomato, red onion, roasted garlic mayo and burger sauce served with house slaw & fries
- Halloumi Burger: Crispy halloumi, hummus, roasted peppers, tomato, red onion and chipotle chilli jam served with house slaw & fries
Tapas Board: 3 Tapas of your choice, please let us know at the time of booking which 3 Tapas you want
- Harissa Chicken Skewers with mint yoghurt and harissa honey
- Patatas Bravas with roasted garlic mayo
- Hummus with roasted seeds, red peppers, green chilli dressing, served with toasted ciabatta
- Salt & Pepper Squid with roasted garlic mayo
- Honey Whipped Feta with Aleppo chilli, served with toasted ciabatta
- Louisiana Fried Chicken with Chipotle Mayo
- Louisiana Fried Chicken with Maple BBQ
- Louisiana Fried Chicken with Sriracha & Honey
- Bang Bang Fried Cauliflower with ssamjang mayo and chilli ketchup
- Lamb Kofta with roasted red pepper sauce and mint yoghurt
- Cheddar and Sweetcorn Fritters with chipotle chilli jam
- Korean King Prawns with ssamjang, lime and sesame seeds
- Guacamole with coriander pesto, roasted peppers and picked red onion, served with tortilla chips
- Spicy Beef Quesadillas served with mature cheddar and spicy dipping sauce
- Black Bean & Sweetcorn Quesadillas served with mature cheddar and spicy dipping sauce
Please refer to the East Lancs Railway website 'Getting Here' page for details of how to get to Bolton Street Station, Bury
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