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South Devon Railway is marking the 150th anniversary of its line first opening. The nine-mile (14km) railway opened on 1 May 1872 connecting Totnes and Ashburton. The section between Buckfastleigh ...
A luxury railway carriage used on the train that carried Winston Churchill during World War Two has undergone restoration ...
A picturesque railway line in Devon celebrates the 40th anniversary of its re-opening. South Devon Railway's 40th birthday - gallery > Devon's historic railways gallery > When the Ashburton to ...
He is also renowned for his involvement in one failed project in particular: Brunel's atmospheric railway (or "caper," as it's sometimes called). Cars on the line -- officially, the South Devon ...
The date the South Devon Railway will re-open in 2025 has been confirmed. This year visitors will once again be able to ...
South Devon Railway has revealed two new exciting experiences for visitors this year. The Freight Train Experience will allow passengers to enjoy a round trip through the stunning Devonshire ...
The pair were travelling on a South Devon Railway train last June from Tones to Buckfastleigh when the toddler left his seat to go to the loo. The shocking 39-page report, published by the Rail ...
The Polar Express Train Ride at South Devon Railway invites you and your family to step into the pages of a beloved classic, bringing the story to life in the most enchanting way. Tickets for this ...
A luxury railway carriage used on the train that carried Winston Churchill during World War Two has undergone restoration work in Devon. The Pullman coach, named Lydia and originally built in 1925 ...