Poole Park Railway, Rideable miniature railway in Poole Park, Dorset, England
The Poole Park Railway operates on a 640-meter track around a lake, featuring green carriages with yellow accents that can accommodate 32 passengers.
Southern Miniature Railways Ltd established this 10.25-inch gauge railway in 1949, initially running with a steam locomotive named Vanguard until 1965.
The railway maintains connections to local heritage through its design elements that reference the Southern Railway company that operated in the region from 1923 to 1947.
The miniature railway functions throughout the year subject to weather conditions, with accessible carriages designed to accommodate visitors using wheelchairs.
Following community action in 2017, the Friends of Poole Park organization secured a 30-year operating concession to preserve this historic miniature railway.
Official opening: 1949
Website: http://pooleparkrailway.org
GPS coordinates: 50.72031,-1.96469
Latest update: March 9, 2025 21:46
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