# Event Details

- **Event Name**: European Heritage Open Day - Free Museum Entry!
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 12 Sep, 2026 at 11:00 am (+01:00)
- **Event Description**: Step back in time and experience the sights, sounds and stories of Ireland’s railway heritage at Whitehead Railway Museum for European Heritage Open Day!

Enjoy free entry to the museum and explore all five of our fascinating galleries, filled with historic railway artefacts, restored exhibits, photographs and stories from the golden age of rail travel. Discover the locomotives, people and engineering that brought the railway to life.

There’s something for all ages to enjoy, including our dedicated children’s area, where young visitors can play with toy trains, dress up in railway-themed outfits and enjoy imaginative play. Children can also explore our sensory room, designed to provide a calm and engaging space for younger visitors.

For an extra special experience, climb aboard our heritage steam train and enjoy a short steam train ride within our premises. Train rides are available for an additional charge and are hauled by our 105 year-old steam locomotive No.3BG "Guinness". You will be transported to a bygone era!

Our café will be open for hot and cold food and refreshments.

Trains at: 11:00, 11:30, 12:00, 12:30, 13:30, 14:00, 14:30, 15:00.
(Please arrive 15 minutes before your booked time.)

Train Tickets: Adult: £4 / Child: £2 / Family (2+3): £10
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/carrickfergus/european-heritage-open-day-free-museum-entry/200030502083015
- **Event Categories**: kids
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 58

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Carrickfergus
- **state**: NI
- **country**: United Kingdom
- **location**: Castleview Road, BT38 9NA Whitehead, United Kingdom
- **lat**: 54.75558
- **long**: -5.70914
- **full address**: Castleview Road, BT38 9NA Whitehead, United Kingdom, 6 Castleview Road, Carrickfergus, BT38 9, United Kingdom

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is European Heritage Open Day - Free Museum Entry! being held?
  - **A:** European Heritage Open Day - Free Museum Entry! takes place on Sat, 12 Sep, 2026 at 11:00 am to Sat, 12 Sep, 2026 at 11:00 am at Castleview Road, BT38 9NA Whitehead, United Kingdom, 6 Castleview Road, Carrickfergus, BT38 9, United Kingdom.
- **Q**: Who is organizing European Heritage Open Day - Free Museum Entry!?
  - **A:** European Heritage Open Day - Free Museum Entry! is organized by Whitehead Railway Museum.
- **Q**: What has been the experience of attendees at Whitehead Railway Museum's events?
  - **A:** Attendees have given Whitehead Railway Museum a rating of 5/5 based on reviews from early attendees on AllEvents. Whitehead Railway Museum has a verified profile on AllEvents where you can read reviews and explore their upcoming events.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** European Heritage Open Day - Free Museum Entry! is ideal for art lovers, trade professionals, collectors, and exhibition enthusiasts exploring the latest in their field. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Carrickfergus, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 50+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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