The Leek and Manifold Valley Light Railway (L&MVLR) was a narrow gauge railway in Staffordshire, Great Britain that operated between 1904 and 1934. When in operation, the line mainly carried milk from dairies in the region, acting as a feeder to the standard gauge system. It also provided passenger services to the small villages and beauty spots along its route. The line was built to a gauge of 2 ft 6 in (762 mm) and to the light rail standards provided by the Light Railways Act 1896 to reduce construction costs.
The route of the line is now a foot- and cycle- path.
Read more about Leek And Manifold Valley Light Railway: Route, History, Locomotives and Rolling Stock, Frequency of Service, Closure, The Line Today – The Manifold Way, Modelling
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