Southport station welcomes over 3000 visitors as it hosts Inspiration Train

Southport station hosted the Railway 200 Inspiration Train drawing more than 3000 visitors over its four-day stop.

The free, family-friendly attraction, co-curated with the National Railway Museum, celebrated 200 years of the modern railway and formed part of a nationwide tour marking this historic milestone.

Inspiration Train, which has already captivated tens of thousands across Britain, offered guests a hands-on, interactive experience. Visitors of all ages explored railway firsts, tackled engineering challenges, and discovered both well-known and lesser-known careers in rail.

Feedback was overwhelmingly positive, with attendees describing the exhibition as “brilliant” and “fascinating.” One visitor shared, “If you or your kids like trains, history or anything interactive, I would recommend you check it out.”

The exhibition was hosted by Merseyrail. Their Managing Director Neil Grabham said: 

“We were delighted to welcome the Railway 200 exhibition train to Southport. This event was a fantastic opportunity to celebrate the heritage and future of rail, reminding us of the vital role the railway plays in connecting people and communities every day. Thank you to everyone who joined us and helped make the event such a success.”

Find out more on the Merseyrail website.

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