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 World Downpatrick welcomes second A class Diesel Guest authors August 7, 2025 0 A3R arrives at Downpatrick
Downpatrick Downpatrick and County Down Railway Ireland Rail News Restoration standard gauge Donation from Northern Ireland cathedral helps heritage railway’s flood appeal Guest authors October 14, 2024 0 Down Cathedral in Northern Ireland has donated £2,650 to the Downpatrick & County Down Railway from a fundraising gala concert held in June.
Downpatrick Downpatrick and County Down Railway standard gauge Translink Downpatrick & County Down Railway “Immensely Grateful” for donation Guest authors August 7, 2024 0 Downpatrick and County Down Railway receives a donation of Timber sleepers
The Downpatrick and County Down Railway in Northern Ireland is the first Irish heritage line to operate an authentic ballast train.