Ballast drop on Irish heritage railway emulates main line practice Posted on May 14, 2025 by Guest authors The Downpatrick and County Down Railway in Northern Ireland is the first Irish heritage line to operate an authentic ballast train.
Downpatrick Downpatrick and County Down Railway Rail News standard gauge Downpatrick & County Down Railway Reach Milestone with No. 124 Guest authors June 17, 2025 0 The Downpatrick & County Down Railway have reached a new milestone with the preservation of ex-Iarnród Éireann 121 class GM diesel loco No.124.
Downpatrick Downpatrick and County Down Railway Rail News Restoration standard gauge Railway carriage used in John Wayne film set to be overhauled Guest authors April 25, 2025 0 Carriage used in John Wayne film being restored at Northern Ireland Heritage Railway
Downpatrick Downpatrick and County Down Railway Rail News standard gauge Halloween promises to be a frightening experience on Irish railway Guest authors October 25, 2025 0 The Downpatrick and County Down Railway promises a frightening experience for visitors on the weekend following Halloween.
The Downpatrick and County Down Railway in Northern Ireland is the first Irish heritage line to operate an authentic ballast train.