The Welshpool Llanfair Light Railway

Author : Peter Johnson
Publisher : Pen and Sword Transport
ISBN 13 : 1526744783
Total Pages : 381 pages
Book Rating : 4.84/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Welshpool & Llanfair Light Railway written by Peter Johnson and published by Pen and Sword Transport. This book was released on 2020-10-19 with total page 381 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “A superb book . . . about the background to the railway, its development and closure and the relaunch into one of Wales’ most pleasant preserved railways.” —The Railway Correspondence and Travel Society Unusually among Welsh narrow-gauge railways, the 2ft 6in gauge Welshpool & Llanfair Light Railway was built to benefit agriculture, not minerals. After several failed attempts to connect the market town at Welshpool with the rural community around Llanfair Caereinion, the 1896 Light Railways Act paved the way for the railway which opened in 1902. Operated by the Cambrian Railways and then by the Great Western Railway, it became the only narrow-gauge steam railway catering for goods traffic under the auspices of British Railways. Sadly, it was closed in 1956 but enthusiasts ensured its revival, which started in 1963. Overcoming many obstacles, the railway is now run by a charitable trust and is a leading volunteer-operated tourist attraction in Montgomeryshire. “As is to be expected by the pre-eminent authority on Welsh narrow gauge and minor railways, this is a work of first-class research, but also one of much interest . . . I have no hesitation in recommending it, especially for anyone interested in narrow gauge or indeed preserved railways.” —The Journal of the Friends of the National Railway Museum “A worthwhile addition to the published material on this delightful railway, and likely to prompt even more interest amongst modellers.” —Railway Modeller “Whether it is a line you know well or not, if you like narrow gauge or minor railways then I am sure you will enjoy this book.” —Michael’s Model Railways

Author : Glyn Williams
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9781905184750
Total Pages : 282 pages
Book Rating : 4.51/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Welshpool & Llanfair Light Railway written by Glyn Williams and published by . This book was released on 2010 with total page 282 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

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ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 36 pages
Book Rating : 4.42/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Welshpool & Llanfair Light Railway written by and published by . This book was released on 1951 with total page 36 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Author : Ralph Cartwright
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9780715392263
Total Pages : 207 pages
Book Rating : 4.63/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Welshpool & Llanfair Light Railway written by Ralph Cartwright and published by . This book was released on 1989 with total page 207 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Author : Oliver Edwards
Publisher : Mainline & Maritime
ISBN 13 : 9781900340632
Total Pages : 80 pages
Book Rating : 4.31/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Welshpool & Llanfair Light Railway Through the Years written by Oliver Edwards and published by Mainline & Maritime. This book was released on 2020-06-30 with total page 80 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Welshpool & Llanfair Light Railway is one of the world famous Great Little Trains of Wales, and has now been operated for longer as a preserved railway than it was as a part of the national rail network. This book, compiled by the railway's archivist, uses photos from pre-preservation days as well as images from throughout the preservation era to create a historical journey through the lifetime of the railway. Many of the photographs are previously unpublished, and include unique views which can no longer be replicated.

Author : Ralph Cartwright
Publisher : David & Charles Publishers
ISBN 13 : 9780715381519
Total Pages : 207 pages
Book Rating : 4.12/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Welshpool and Llanfair Light Railway written by Ralph Cartwright and published by David & Charles Publishers. This book was released on 1981-01-01 with total page 207 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Author : Ralph Cartwright
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9781872424453
Total Pages : 72 pages
Book Rating : 4.57/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Welshpool & Llanfair Light Railway written by Ralph Cartwright and published by . This book was released on 1995-01-01 with total page 72 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Author : Ralph Cartwright
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9780905929026
Total Pages : 16 pages
Book Rating : 4.20/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Welshpool & Llanfair Light Railway written by Ralph Cartwright and published by . This book was released on 1986 with total page 16 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Author : Mike Heath
Publisher : Recollections
ISBN 13 : 9781857944662
Total Pages : 48 pages
Book Rating : 4.66/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Welshpool & Llanfair Light Railway Recollections written by Mike Heath and published by Recollections. This book was released on 2016 with total page 48 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Author : Hugh Ballantyne
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9781858951560
Total Pages : 80 pages
Book Rating : 4.69/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Welshpool and Llanfair Light Railway written by Hugh Ballantyne and published by . This book was released on 2001 with total page 80 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Situated in the beautiful rolling hill country of Montgomeryshire, this 9-mile narrow-gauge railway opened in 1903 to link Welshpool with Llanfair Caereinion. Passenger trains ceased in 1931 and BR closed the line in 1956, but thanks to a preservation society, this unspoiled line winds its way through the countryside to Llanfair.