The Midland Railway – Butterley lies on the Ambergate to Pye Bridge line of the old Midland Railway, although the present-day heritage line terminates at Hammersmith. The line currently runs for 3 1⁄2 miles (5.6 km) from Hammersmith via Butterley, Swanwick Junction, and Riddings to Ironville. It is operated by the Midland Railway Trust.
Gauge: 4ft 8½in
Length: 3½ miles
Stations: 4
Type: Standard Gauge Railway
Location: Butterley Station, Ripley
Postcode: DE5 3QZ
Website: midlandrailway-butterley.co.uk
