Rhyl Miniature Railway
Rhyl Miniature Railway, Miniature railway museum in Rhyl, Great Britain.
Description
Rhyl Miniature Railway is a railway museum with a single-track line circling Marine Lake. The operation uses vintage passenger coaches, some open and some enclosed, to transport visitors around the route.
History
The railway opened in 1911 and was Britain's first miniature railway to operate regular passenger service. The original steam locomotive from that era has returned to the site after many years away.
Culture
The site displays historical photographs and newspaper clippings documenting rail transport development in North Wales. These materials capture how miniature railways became popular family attractions in the region.
Practical
The central station building has a ticket office, refreshments, and a gift shop for children. The site is fully accessible for visitors with mobility requirements or other accessibility needs.
Did you know?
The original steam locomotive from 1911 spent more than 90 years scattered at different locations across the country before returning to the site. This comeback makes the engine a rare example of original equipment reunited after such a long separation.
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