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South Devon Railway.

Built in 1872 the South Devon Railway is a seven mile former Great Western Railway branch line that runs along the stunning valley of the River Dart between Buckfastleigh and Totnes. The Railway runs steam trains with heritage rolling stock and offer a wonderful all day attraction for families and people of all ages.

Throughout the year there are special events such as A Day Out with Thomas, Half Price Weekend, Rails and Ales, Diesel Gala Day, Santa by Steam, and much more.

Address:
South Devon Railway,
The Station,
Buckfastleigh,
Devon TQ11 0DZ
Website: www.southdevonrailway.co.uk

Some of the best heritage railways......

England: Great Central Railway.
 
England: Bluebell Railway.
 
England: West Somerset Railway
 
Scotland: Strathspey Steam Railway
 
Wales: Snowdon Mountain Railway

Recommended ......

Read: The life of George Stephenson and of his son Robert Stephenson; comprising also a history of the invention and introduction of the railway locomotive (1868)

Read: Rails Through the Forest: The Severn & Wye Railway, Norchard to Coleford, Cinderford and Lydbrook 1945-2012 (Railway Heritage)

Read: Great Britain's Heritage Railways: The Rise of the Railway Preservation Movement (Railway Heritage)

Read: The Essential Guide to Welsh Heritage and Scenic Railways (X Series)

Read: British Steam: Scottish Railways

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