Whistlestop Valley Little Adventure

Whistlestop Valley
Available until 31 August 2025

Get your tickets here for the Little Adventure at Whistlestop Valley!

Book the Little Adventure at Whistlestop Valley and get unlimited access to all of their awesome activities all day long!

Get tickets here to Whistlestop Valley, the ultimate family adventure destination in Huddersfield! Nestled in the beautiful Yorkshire countryside, Whistlestop Valley offers a delightful mix of fun, excitement, and nostalgia with its charming narrow-gauge steam trains and a host of engaging activities for all ages.

What your Little Adventure gets you:

  • ​​​Unlimited Access: Return train rides to Shelley Station, The Clayton Flyer (miniature ride-on railway), the playgrounds at Clayton West and Shelley Stations, The Shed, the undercover picnic area and toy area for smaller children, and unlimited access to The Pillow!
  • Access to the The Firebox café at Clayton West
  • Access to The Turntable dessert parlour at Shelley Station
  • Face Painting available from 11:30am - 3:00pm 
  • Access to Crazy Golf & Pedal Cars
  • Small traditional merry-go-round
  • Last admission is at 14:30pm, the team cannot admit anyone after this time.

Don't miss out on the adventure! Book your tickets online in advance to save money and secure your spot. Join the fun at Whistlestop Valley for a day of unforgettable memories and timeless fun!

Location
Clayton West Station,
Park Mill Way,
Clayton West,
West Yorkshire,
HD8 9XJ
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How to find us

The sat nav postcode for Clayton West Station is HD8 9XJ

From the north: 

From M1 junction 39, follow A636 towards Denby Dale
Follow the brown tourist signs for Kirklees Light Railway from West Bretton roundabout
Clayton West Station is situated at the top of Park Mill Way, past the industrial estate and through the large gate at the top of estate

From the south: 

From M1 junction 38, follow A637 towards Huddersfield
Turn left onto the A636 towards Denby Dale at West Bretton roundabout
Follow the brown tourist signs for Kirklees Light Railway
Clayton West Station is situated at the top of Park Mill Way, past the industrial estate and through the large gate at the top of estate

From Huddersfield: 

Take the A629 from the centre of Huddersfield towards Sheffield for around 8 miles
Turn left onto the A636 towards Denby Dale/Wakefield
Follow the brown tourist signs for Kirklees Light Railway/Scenic Railway
Clayton West Station is situated at the top of Park Mill Way, past the industrial estate and through the large gate at the top of estate

Whistlestop Valley has a large, free car park located at Clayton West Station, Park Mill Way, Clayton West, West Yorkshire HD8 9XJ.

Facilities
  • Shop
  • Toilets
  • Parking
More Info
What should I wear to Whistlestop valley?

Please dress appropriately for the weather as some time outdoors is inevitable. Please remember that Shelley Station is over three miles away from Clayton West and situated on much higher ground – the weather may be completely different up there!

What postcode should I use for my sat nav to Whistlestop Valley?

There is only parking available at Clayton West. The postcode is HD8 9XJ (Park Mill Way)

Are there toilets and baby changing facilities at Whistlestop Valley?

Yes, there are! At Clayton West, there are facilities in both the men’s and the ladies’ toilets. At Shelley Station, there are facilities in the disabled toilet.

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