Lincolnshire Wolds Railway, Heritage railway in East Lindsey, United Kingdom.
Description
Lincolnshire Wolds Railway is a heritage railway in East Lindsey operating restored track between Ludborough and North Thoresby stations. It runs both steam and diesel locomotives pulling vintage passenger carriages for visitors to ride.
History
The line was built in 1848 as part of the Great Northern Railway, connecting Grimsby and Louth before British Rail closed it in 1970. Enthusiasts later restored and reopened sections of it as a heritage operation.
Culture
Dedicated volunteers operate the railway and keep traditional practices alive, sharing their knowledge about steam locomotives with visitors who walk through the site. You can see their care in every detail, from the polished engines to the restored station buildings.
Practical
The railway operates mainly on weekends with vintage carriage rides, a station cafe, and a gift shop on site. Checking the schedule ahead of time helps, as services vary by season.
Did you know?
The signal system includes two working signal boxes with original mechanisms, notably a 18-lever frame at Ludborough controlling train movements. These rare examples show how trains were once managed without electronic systems.
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