David wants to talk to the driver !! by jayfar
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This was taken at Devils Bridge in Wales during our holiday last week
The station is the last one on the Rheidol line from Aberystwyth - the journey lasts about an hour and is full of interesting views.
Travelling on the Vale of Rheidol Railway is the finest way to explore the stunning Rheidol Valley. Opened in 1902, the railway has been delighting passengers young and old for over a century.
Feel the wind in your hair in one of the Open Summer Carriages or watch the scenery passing by from the comfort of our First Class Observation Saloons. See the countryside change as you travel through wide open fields and meadows, woodland and rugged mountain scenery, the line twisting and turning as it clings to the hillside. Alight at one of the recently restored intermediate stations and explore the many walks the valley has to offer. Listen to the sound of a powerful narrow gauge steam locomotive working hard to climb 700ft (200m) in the 11¾ miles from Aberystwyth to Devil's Bridge.
Birds of prey such as Red Kite and Buzzards are regularly seen soaring high above the valley floor and breath taking views can be enjoyed by all.
The line is a masterpiece of engineering, opened in 1902 to carry lead ore, timber and passenger traffic. The narrow track gauge allows the railway to follow the contours of the terrain with many sharp curves and steep gradients which add to the railway's charm.
Comments (13)
durleybeachbum
Looks like a Grand Day Out, Jeff!
bmac62
Ah, right up my alley. Old scenic railways are a very rare delight for me. Last one I was on was in Colorado between Durango and Silverton. Love the shape of the engine...so different from our old steamers in the US.
Richardphotos
the lady in the red blouse really resembles some of my relatives. great capture of the train
Faemike55
this is going on my bucket list! I love riding the trains and this sounds like fun
baz35
A shining beauty, nice shot.
helanker
WOW! What a lovely description. I was all there with you. Thank for sharing with both words and photo. :)
sossy
fantastic train again! must have been a wonderful time and I wish I could ride with the train also! interesting info, Jeff 😃
KarmaSong
Amazing sight and memory : I remember taking this train back in the early nineties, as I was visiting some friends in Aberystwyth...This magnificent capture has revived that event straight away, in my memory. Thank you for sharing !
Star4mation
Great shot Jeff. We followed the railway route for quite a few miles last month when we were in Wales. Fantastic sceanery, it's where they filmed the BBC police drama Hinterland.
T.Rex
From the names of the places I assume this is in Wales. Good photo of the locomotive. So typically UK locomotive style. Keep up the good work! :-)
MagikUnicorn
BEAUTY MY FRIEND
RodS Online Now!
Now that looks like a great time! Wonderful photo!
moochagoo
Love those old trains. Long time ago I've seen that last steam train in Gare St Lazare (Paris), going to Le Havre.