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xmazz

We were really excited to go to this but found it was a let down. For 2 adults and 1 child it cost £21.50 - there wasn't even a complimentary tea/coffee or mince pie included in the price.The wait for the train was really long and it was freezing.The xmas decorations were completely outdated and broken. The train was cold and the refreshments in the Buffett carriage were dire.Had to pay extra for the refreshments and the tea and hot chocolate were undrinkable. The upside was that Santa tried his best and was cheery and the present was ok but the overall experience was a let down and the reality was nothing like the promotional photos. Disappointing :-(

Steambuff

This is certainly a visit not to be missed if you are in the area. The rail journey begins from a re-created Downpatrick station past one face of the Downpatrick loop platform to a halt. The train then returns to a different face of the Downpatrick Loop platform to Inch Abbey station. It reverses again and returns direct to its original starting point at Downpatrick Station. We were given a tour of the museum by a very enthusiastic and knowledgeable young lad. It was good to see many young people assisting with the running of the railway. The museum contains some very old and interesting carriages. The only difficulty we found was understanding the days on which the railway operates as listed in the publicity leaflet.

830mauriceh

Brillaint good value for money nothing beats a steam Train wonderful to explore and the volenters were wonderful i would vist again

HILARYOMAGH

My husband and I went on this last Saturday afternoon. Got the first train of the afternoon @ 2 pm to Inch Abbey. It is only a couple of miles on the steam train, but it is the novelty of it which was great. Don't get to do this every day. I love trains, only wish they were still in our part of the country. Walked up a short distance to the Abbey and got the 15:05 back again. If it was a good day, you could take a picnic. My husband is originally from nearby Saintfield, and he was not aware of this train. I had seen it while looking for places to visit in Co Down on Google.

Jayceeni

Went as a family mother , father, wife and my 2 year old son, even a very wet day didn't dampen the experience, the staff where both very pleasant and very informative experience, started wih a train ride out to inch abbey , then a nice walk to inch abbey , back to the buffet cart then a return trip to the Downpatrick station, visited the train museum , we all had a great time I would highly recommend this experience to everyone, my 2yr absolutely loved it he total joy in his face was priceless

M0urneMan

We visited with our toddler, and we were charmed to bits by the lovely staff who were so attentive and genuine. Our wee man thought he was in heaven. It's not the world's longest railway journey but it is truly lovely - passing through the Quoile basin and over the river on a scary bridge. Inch Abbey was so peaceful. One the way back we were in a Hogwarts Express carriage. A truly special afternoon, and very good value at £5.50 per adult. Children under 3 go free. Let's hope the enthusiasts keep this going for future generations.

Blair1Down

Went with some friends who were visiting from America. They loved it and so did I, although I hadn't expected to! A nice train ride, a walk around Inch Abbey, an enjoyable way to kill a few hours on a sunny afternoon.

mikew225

Well worth a visit, a lot of different railway stock, very helpful staff. A ride of the train was great fun.

Derekangela

Visited with my family on 6th July last year. Wonderful preserved railway line with a good range if rolling stock on view both outside and in a specially constructed coaching shed. Staff all very genuine and helpful eager to share their knowledge. Small scale oo gauge railway for kids too. Worth checking website for special events we took the kids back for the Santa Special at Christmas.

425richardn

The only full sized preserved railway on the island of Ireland. Runs chiefly from Downpatrick to Inch Abbey ,very near to the ruined 1000 year old Cistercian abbey ,which is in itself worth visiting with its lakeside setting and fine distant view of the Cathedral in Downpatrick. There is a small play area and teashop (in a an old railway carriage) at Inch. At Downpatrick Station itself there is a selection of old rolling stock to view, some of it in a purpose built gallery, with photos and relics on display. The first and last train of the day are worked by a vintage diesel loco, of which there are several dating back to the mid 1950s, the rest of the trains are hauled by a steam loco, using period carriages.Downpatrick Cathedral is very near the station (albeit a couple of hundred feet higher up) and the grave of St Patrick is in the Churchyard.

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