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Chesterfield: A Railway Town

7 October 2025 - 29 October 2025

Marking the 200th anniversary of the modern railway, this engaging new exhibition explores the history of Chesterfield’s three railway lines, the connection to industries in Brampton and the town’s connection with the father of the railways, George Stephenson.

Chesterfield: A Railway Town
Winding Wheel Theatre, Ballroom

Tuesday 7 October – Wednesday 29 October 2025
Open Monday – Saturday, 10am – 1pm and 1.30pm – 3.30pm

The display also features photographs and maps, kindly shared by The Intrepids, a local railway walking group.

Entry is free.

If you are part of a larger group and would like to arrange a group booking, please contact museum@chesterfield.gov.uk.

This exhibition is part of the Museum on the Move programme, ensuring that while Chesterfield Museum and Pomegranate Theatre are closed for refurbishment, people can continue to connect with Chesterfield’s history and heritage.

To find out more about the exhibition, please visit chesterfieldtheatres.co.uk/shows/chesterfield-a-railway-town-exhibition.

Address

13 Holywell St, Chesterfield S41 7SA

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