I used to live down in Torbay. You could always hear the whistles of the steam engines echoing through the bay during the day and evening and see the steam puffing over the hills. An old man told me that the easiest way to get to Dartmouth from Paignton and Brixham back in the 1930s was to walk along the track since the railway is straight and flat compared to the hills and winding country roads, so he'd often bump into people at night (in complete darkness) walking along the track (they'd often had too much to drink and missed the last train or spent all of their money at the pub and couldn't afford a ticket). Sounds like a surreal experience for us, since that kind of thing is inconceivable now. He'd often bump into school friends in the late hours of the night walking to and from Dartmouth along the track and he was able to tell who it was because he could hear their metal-capped boots on the track. There were all sorts of rumours about the railway at night too, lots of ghost stories that were probably designed to stop people from wandering the line at night.

The real life Great Western railway. It's so cool to see these class still running. Also nice to see that Oliver's class are "Busy going Backwards" Fantastic video here. Keep up the great work.

@MatthewJD180

5 ай бұрын

Well it currently not operating currently 😢

@MorrisHillmanProductions

27 күн бұрын

GWR 14xx Class 0-4-2.

Proud to say I work here! And for the record, having started my career at the Dartmouth Steam Railway I'm glad I'm no longer employed by them... I know which Dart Valley is nicer as a boss!

Love the South Devon railway. Had no idea it had a connection to Talyllyn though! The more you know :D

Bro has forgotten Ashley, the other Peckett inside the museum along with the broad gauge Tiny

Wow I actually never thought this line still existed till now

Hey siri: Quickest route to the South Devon Railway from North Illinois, Quickest Route, no freeways

🚂 What a delightful journey through the heart of Autocoach and all things Great Western country! The South Devon Railway truly captures the essence of a bygone era with its rich history and charming locomotives. From its humble beginnings inspired by a smaller railway to its expansion through the purchase of another big railway, every turn of the track tells a story of passion and dedication. Proudly steered by a fleet of Panniers and Prairies, the South Devon Railway is a testament to the enduring spirit of steam locomotion. Whether you're a history buff eager to delve into its fascinating past or simply seeking a picturesque ride through stunning countryside, this railway offers an unforgettable experience for all. Thanks for sharing this gem of a railway! I'm definitely adding it to my bucket list of places to visit.

I live really close and go nearly every weekend it’s amazing

Really hoped to hear from "anger GWR society member" when you mentioned 1369s repaint

1969 "dont laugh " 😂😂😂

Great video, Max!

The South Devon railway looks like a nice line, I've only seen it from travelling by car down the A38 towards Cornwall and the same on the train. It would be lovely to visit that line someday.

Another lovely video Max! Charming little video for a charming little railway

6:08 that sounded like Spencer's whistle.

It has been a long time since I've been here, but I remember it being a great day out with lovely views. This railway also has one of the best heritage railway gift shops in the UK I reckon.

Guide Rail videos are always entertaining. Could we have a video on the Wisbech and Upwell tramway some day? That might be an interesting story. I’ve also read about a line called the Thaxted branch that was in interesting rural branchline.

Excellent !!!👍

3:57, Felt a bit attacked there, quick 4D-esque experience 😅 Another nice insight on a line I'd hadn't much awareness of, particularly the Pannier with outside cylinders :)

I enjoyed that, thankyou

Great video

Really neat this came out on my birthday. Hoping to see the E class Metropolitan engines history in guide rail or another terrier loco history.

This is basically the Little Western and I love it.

I heavily recommend Pennsylvania for your next abroad trip. Mainly because of Steamtown (which has a big boy and a whole roundhouse of cool stuff, as well as a trolley museum next to it) and Strasburg (Which is the site of the TATMR real life locations and also has a railroad museum and a toy train museum.

Busy going backwards

I just did think about visiting

Devon is like Englands equivalent to The Zig Zag Railway in Australia having the engines go remotely backwards to and from their trains.

9:33 I don't want to be THAT guy... but... its actually Dartmoor gauge, not Dartmouth gauge! 🤓

@Terrier55Stepney

5 ай бұрын

Do be that guy if I've got something wrong! Thank you for letting me know.

The town bike >.>

Bulliver is currently having an overhaul but should be done soon

have you visited uk newest ish standard gauge preserved railway Yorkshire Wolds railway it mite be small at moment but they do have big plans for future

Cool

Since this is the railway that goes backwards, does that mean that it's the only railway in England with backing signals, aaayyy. Seriously though I do actually quite like going to this railway, I live in Cornwall and live quite close to a station so I can easily just get from Saltash to Totnes quite easily, I remembered I used to go to this railway so much when I was little. One of my first days out with Thomas happened on the Buckfastleigh railway. And at Buckfastleigh station they recreated the scene where they discover that Thomas has fish in his tank. I don't remember much about it but I remember it being pretty good. So overall I love this railway. Though can I make a suggestion of another railway to talk about, it's the plym Valley Railway in Plymouth. Since you are on the topic of talking about south west of England I thought you could probably talk about this because the Plym Valley Railway has a very interesting history, and it used to be a railway line that used to go for miles. An overall I think it might make a pretty good video and highlighter railway which I think is rather underrated. Just a thought though.

One of the many real Little Westerns

Ik heb je nagebouwd in het Lego.😊

Panniers with outside motion >>>>>>>

And Veronica chambers works in the museum occasionally

@Lennon6412

5 ай бұрын

Who?

@tgplaytime

5 ай бұрын

@@Lennon6412 the daughter of the reverend w awdry

Why inst strasburg mention

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How do I drive there from Ohio? 😅

What happened to harry fenchurch and you model trains

0:13 i’m so sorry, but thats AI.

They also have a replica of an e2 as Thomas for days out with Thomas events

@BertieWorth

5 ай бұрын

They don't own that

100/100

Please do this for west somerset railway

hehe 69

Ponies

You forgot Kitson 5474 Carnarvon