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Heritage Café

Home-cooked food, hot drinks, and a warm welcome — right at the heart of Ruddington Fields Station.

About the Café

A Proper Café with a Railway View

Tucked inside Ruddington Fields Station, our Heritage Café is the perfect place to relax before or after your journey. Whether you're after a hearty home-cooked meal, a pot of tea and a slice of cake, or simply a coffee and a catch-up, you'll find a genuine warm welcome here.

The café is run with the same volunteer spirit that keeps the whole railway going — everything's made with care, from the hot lunches to the cold drinks and light bites. Indoor and outdoor seating means you can watch the locomotives at work whatever the weather.

Home-cooked meals Hot & cold drinks Snacks & light bites Outdoor seating Indoor seating
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Indoor Seating

Comfortable indoor dining in our station café — a great spot whatever the weather. Enjoy your meal surrounded by the heritage atmosphere of Ruddington Fields Station.

Outdoor Seating

On fine days, take your food and drinks outside and watch the steam and diesel locomotives at work. There's no better backdrop for a cuppa than a heritage railway platform.

Opening Times
Wednesday
10:00 – 15:00
Last orders 14:45
Saturday
10:00 – 16:00
Last orders 15:45
Sunday
10:00 – 16:00
Last orders 15:45
Opening times are subject to change — particularly on special event days and during school holidays. We recommend checking before your visit if you're travelling specifically for the café.
Private & Party Bookings
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Book the Café

Planning Something Special?

The Heritage Café can cater for party bookings and group events — from birthday gatherings to club outings. What better setting than a working heritage railway?

For availability, menus and pricing, get in touch with the café team directly to discuss your requirements.

07450 285202
Find the Café
We're at Ruddington Fields Station

The Heritage Café is located inside the station building at the Nottingham Transport Heritage Centre, Mere Way, Ruddington, Nottingham NG11 6NX. Site entry is free — just walk in and follow the signs to the café.