Chinnor and Princes Risborough Railway, Heritage railway line in South Oxfordshire, England
The Chinnor and Princes Risborough Railway is a heritage railway in South Oxfordshire that operates steam and diesel locomotives along scenic routes. The line runs through rolling countryside, passing farmland and wooded hillsides as it follows the Chiltern Hills escarpment.
The original railway line opened in 1872 as a branch of the Great Western Railway to serve local communities. Passenger services ended in 1957, but enthusiasts restored the line and reopened it for heritage operations in 1994.
The railway serves afternoon teas and lunches in vintage dining cars that reflect how passengers once enjoyed meals on long journeys. This offers visitors a chance to experience traditional British railway hospitality while traveling through the countryside.
The railway operates on weekends and holidays during the warmer months, making planning easy for travelers. Visitors should dress comfortably for a several-hour journey and be prepared for outdoor exposure between stations.
The railway connects directly to the national rail network at Princes Risborough station, allowing passengers to transfer from modern trains to heritage steam services. This junction makes it possible to experience both contemporary rail travel and historic operations in a single visit.
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