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Club House => Chatter => Topic started by: timbo on September 12, 2018, 08:35:44 PM

Title: Statfold Barns
Post by: timbo on September 12, 2018, 08:35:44 PM

Went on my first ever RATS trip, (Railwaymans Arms Touring Society) to this truely remarkable place on saturday. It is one man's private railway, and there were 18 narrow guage locos from all over the world in steam and pulling passengers all day. Also a museum full of static locos. Altogether I reckon he has amassed over 30 steam locos, and 20 diesel locos, plus loads of other interesting stuff. A railway station, workshops etc, and a substantial network of 2" track. Open three days a year for charity, plus other special events, tickets are £10, and you apply online. Near Tamworth, and an amazing day out  :)

Title: Re: Statfold Barns
Post by: CrazyFrog on September 13, 2018, 08:13:58 AM

Excellent. I've read about it but never been. It sounds amazing though.

Most railway enthusiasts are nearly as OCD about their hobby as us bike nuts!

Title: Re: Statfold Barns
Post by: Oldtimer on September 14, 2018, 02:11:44 AM

Went early this year it is a remarkable place and so clean considering all the steam engines about the place. It is a true family day out and you can ride the trains all day.

Title: Re: Statfold Barns
Post by: timbo on September 15, 2018, 10:56:22 AM

It might be worth considering for a TC day out sometime  ;)

Title: Re: Statfold Barns
Post by: CrazyFrog on September 17, 2018, 10:10:17 AM

Sounds like a great idea!  ;D