Ferryhill Railway Heritage Trust

Ferryhill Railway Heritage Trust Welcome to the Ferryhill Railway Heritage Trust page, keep up to date by visiting our website at http://www.frht.org.uk/

The Ferryhill Railway Heritage Trust was set-up in 2007 to take over the remaining building of the former Ferryhill locomotive depot, restore it and transform the site into a working railway heritage site for the North East of Scotland. In this endeavor, the Ferryhill Railway Heritage Trust has the active support of Aberdeen City Council and the Ferryhill Community Council. Some of the broad long

term aims or the trust are as follows:

To establish a working museum and centre for education showcasing the rich industrial past of Aberdeen and Shire, in a way that is engaging, active, and exciting, whilst preserving our cities history, so that it is not lost forever. To educate and inspire the engineers and designers of the future, though active participation and training in fundamental practical skills, and to engage young people in engineering and design activities. To provide a working base for the service of mainline steam locomotives, so that Aberdeen can become a destination for the many steam excursions run throughout the country today, which will provide a direct benefit to local and regional tourism and businesses. The Ferryhill Railway Heritage Trust is keen to support direct participation in its activities. Becoming a member of the Friends of Ferryhill Railway Trust creates that opportunity. Please contact Tamsin, our secretary at [email protected] for more information, post on our wall or PM us in messenger.

17/06/2026
What do the following have in common.Both can be found at the Ferryhill heritage railway trust’s depot. The arrivals boa...
16/06/2026

What do the following have in common.

Both can be found at the Ferryhill heritage railway trust’s depot. The arrivals board is our latest addition and can be seen in our museum with information on its history. The fox only appears when he wants to but is a welcome visitor and an added example of the diversity of our depot. Come along to our Father’s Day open event on 21st June for a fun day for all the family.

For details please follow the link below

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FRHT FATHERS Father's Day at Ferryhill!Date & Time: June 21, 2026 at 10:00 AM (BST)https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/199070...
03/06/2026

FRHT FATHERS Father's Day at Ferryhill!
Date & Time: June 21, 2026 at 10:00 AM (BST)

https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1990700709410?aff=oddtdtcreator

Join us at the Ferryhill Railway Heritage Centre for a special Father's Day celebration! Treat Dad to our Special Father's Day Ticket that includes a fun Wickham Trolley Ride*, an exciting Diesel Locomotive Cab Ride*, Museum Entry, and a Special Edition Mug to take home.
We’ll also have guided tours, turntable demonstrations, and plenty of kids’ activities to keep the whole family entertained. Plus, refreshments and Ice Creams will be available for sale throughout the day to keep you fuelled!
Come along and make it a day to remember! Our volunteers will be offering a variety of activities and will guide you round the site. Our colleagues at the Aberdeen Model Railway Club will be open to visitors with at least one layout operating. Our Second hand sales and a wide range of railway related books will also be available. We are located right next to Duthie Park so it's easy to find us - just follow the signs from the Community Garden. There is a dedicated footpath right at the top of the bank overlooking the Children's Play Area. The nearest car parks are on Riverside Drive and in Duthie Park. Access to the Heritage Centre will be via the pedestrian entrance in Duthie Park, accessed from the Community Garden area. Please do not try to drive on to the site as there are a limited number of parking spaces available for disabled visitors on site but these need to be booked in advance. Please phone 01224-593528 and leave a message if we're not able to answer.
All visitors welcome on the day.
We appreciate that not all visitors coming along will have a father as part of their group. Family tickets priced at £10 & Adult tickets priced at £5 will be available on the day. This price will include museum entry, guided tours & turntable demonstrations. Tickets for rides on the Wickham Trolley*, and the Diesel Locomotive Cab Ride* cab be purchased in the Museum
Important Information
Please be aware that we will be operating moving railway vehicles and it is therefore important to keep clear of the railway tracks at all times. Please wear suitable footwear – no sandals or high heeled shoes please. The site is still under development and therefore the ground is uneven and there are some pieces of railway equipment on the site which may have sharp edges. Please keep children closely supervised at all times.
*subject to availability. Due to events outside our control we may have to limit or cancel these activities at short notice.

14/05/2026

Ferryhill & Ruthrieston Community Council est2022
We at Ferryhill Railway Heritage Trust would like to say a massive thank you to Ferryhill & Ruthrieston Community Council est2022 for their very generous donation. It is greatly appreciated and we look forward to keeping in touch with our neighbours. Our members have been invited to their monthly meeting which is held on the second Wednesday of the month at 7.15pm, in Ferryhill Community Centre.

14/05/2026

Our latest arrival, it’s beautiful!

05/05/2026

More wonderful pictures of the Great Britain XVIII at the FRHT depot taken by our volunteers Harris and Graeme

05/05/2026
24/04/2026

Team work in the dark, what an amazing job by our members and volunteers, coaling, watering and turning the Great Britain XVIII after dark.

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Polmuir Avenue
Aberdeen
AB117WE

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