Launceston Steam Railway, Heritage narrow-gauge railway in Launceston, Cornwall, England.
The Launceston Steam Railway operates on a 2.5-mile track through the Kensey Valley, connecting the town of Launceston with the hamlet of Newmills.
The railway began in 1965 when Nigel Bowman rescued a steam locomotive named Lilian from Penrhyn Slate Quarry, leading to the railway's establishment in 1983.
The railway preserves industrial transportation methods through its collection of Victorian-era steam locomotives, passenger carriages, and maintenance equipment from British quarries.
Visitors can access the railway at Launceston Station, which includes engineering facilities, a museum displaying vintage machinery, and a shop selling railway memorabilia.
The railway maintains four passenger carriages designed after historical models and operates on a track gauge of 1 foot 11.5 inches, utilizing the former North Cornwall Railway bed.
Location: Launceston
Address: Launceston Steam Railway, St. Thomas Road, Launceston PL15 8DA
Website: http://launcestonsr.co.uk
GPS coordinates: 50.64100,-4.36500
Latest update: March 3, 2025 03:25
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