Elsecar was built by the Earls Fitzwilliam, close to their vast family home at Wentworth Woodhouse, from the late 1700s. The village was home to their deep coal mines and monumental ironworks, but it was also a showpiece, which was intended to impress visitors from across the country, including royalty. A 12-minute walk from the station is Elsecar Heritage Centre, great for all ages. Within the village is Elsecar Park with bandstand, 9-hole pitch and putt, café and playground, and pond dipping, amongst other things to do and see.

Take a pleasant walk along the Canal at Elsecar – or see Elsecar Reservoir & Canal walk here.

Accessibility Train Travel & Facilities click here.

If travelling with Northern & using a mobility scooter – click here.

Find out where you can travel in Northern’s guidance booklet – click here.

Our current Scooter-Friendly stations are Huddersfield, Lockwood, Penistone, Barnsley, Wombwell, Elsecar and Sheffield.

Please note: mobility scooters which fold down, can travel on any service without a permit.