Pete Waterman’s Making Tracks 200 Steams into Chester Cathedral This Summer

Pete Waterman's Making Tracks 200 model railway exhibition is arriving at Chester Cathedral this summer!

Running as part of Railway 200, the nationwide celebration marking 200 years since the opening of the Stockton and Darlington Railway, this must-see exhibition brings the magic of Britain’s railways to life in miniature. With stunning detail, heritage locomotives, and a passion for rail at every turn, Making Tracks 200 promises to be a highlight of the summer in Chester.

📅 24th July - 30th August (excluding Sundays): Click here to view times and book tickets

🎥 Watch the video below to hear directly from Pete Waterman OBE, as he shares his excitement and invites you to join him for this incredible experience:

Plus we'll be there every day with our special mini shop inside the exhibition, so you can browse and take home a piece of the railway magic. Don’t forget — our full shop, spread across two floors, is just a 5-minute walk from the Cathedral, packed with everything for model railway enthusiasts of all ages.

Whether you’re a lifelong railway fan or simply looking for a unique family day out, Making Tracks 200 is the perfect way to celebrate two centuries of railway innovation.

Stay tuned for more updates and behind-the-scenes looks as we count down to opening day — and we’ll see you at the Cathedral!

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image credit: Tom Connell