Download or read book Great Little Trains of Wales written by John Bailey and published by . This book was released on 2015-07-04 with total page 144 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Great Little Trains of Wales are a very special way of seeing some of the best scenery in the British Isles. All are narrow gauge steam railways and some have a history spanning well over 100 years. All of them have in common the charm of old-time steam trains with plenty of polished paintwork and brass. Built in a time less hasty than our own, most originally served to carry Welsh slate from the quarries to the sea. However, no two are the same and they all offer a unique experience of a bygone era. The special attraction of narrow gauge railways lies in their modest size compared with the main line ones and their leisurely speed gives time to take in some of the splendid scenery. Lavishly Illustrated in the style of the rail travel posters of the mid 1900s and with all embracing text, the book allows the reader to savour the hidden gems of the Great Little Trains of Wales. It was lovely to be asked to write the foreword to John Bailey's latest book and what a perfect travelling companion it is. It can be used as a guide to the railways as you travel or simply as a way of learning more about this beautiful eclectic mix of railways. The Great Little Trains of Wales exist for people to enjoy and this book will certainly further enhance people's experience of them. Enjoy the read. Chris Price Chairman of the Great Little Trains of Wales. May 2015
Download or read book Big Train Meets Little Train written by Good Journey (Publisher) and published by . This book was released on 2017 with total page 101 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Talyllyn Railway a Journey by Steam written by James Waite and published by Narrow Gauge Album. This book was released on 2020-06-30 with total page 120 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Talyllyn Railway is not only one of the world famous Great Little Trains of Wales, but was the first railway in the world to be owned and operated by volunteer labour. As such it was the forerunner of most of today's heritage railways. This book, compiled by James Waite, a renowned photographer of narrow gauge railways, takes the reader on a full colour photographic journey from the line's headquarters at Tywyn Wharf through the splendid Mid Wales countryside to the terminus in the forest at Nant Gwernol.
Download or read book The Great Little Trains of Wales written by and published by . This book was released on 2002 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Great Little Trains of Wales is an introduction to the many narrow gauge steam railways in Wales. The website provides a brief history, contact details and location to these railways = Rhoddir disgrifiadau a chyflwyniadau i nifer o reilffyrdd stêm cul sydd yng Nghymru. Mae'r wefan yn darparu hanes byr, manylion cyswllt a lleoliad y rheilffyrdd hyn.
Download or read book Small Island by Little Train written by Chris Arnot and published by AA Publishing. This book was released on 2018-05 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From stalwart little locomotives of topographic necessity, to the maverick engines of one man's whimsy, Britain's narrow-gauge steam trains run on tracks a world apart from its regimented mainlines. In Small Island by Little Train, eccentricity enthusiast Chris Arnot sets out to discover their stories. Stories include miniature railway on the Kent coast, used for Home Guard military trains during World War II, and now the school commute for dozens of local school children. The UK's only Alpine-style rack-and-pinion railway, scaling one of Britain's highest mountains. The five different gauges of railway circling one man's landscaped garden, and the team building their own trains to run on it. Far more than mere relics of the nation's industrial past, or battered veterans of wartime Britain, these are also stories of epic feats of preservation, volunteerism, tourism, and local history. They are an exploration of idiosyncrasy, enthusiasm and eccentricity. Or, to put it another way, a tale of Britishness.
Download or read book A Guide to the Great Little Trains of Wales written by and published by . This book was released on 1976 with total page 80 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Walks from the Great Little Trains of Wales written by David Wightman and published by . This book was released on 2013-04-17 with total page 40 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Casgliad o deithiau cerdded o gwmpas rheilffyrdd bychain Cymru. Yn cynnwys mapiau a chyfarwyddiadau clir ynghyd â nodiadau gwerthfawr am fannau lleol o ddiddordeb hanesyddol a daearyddol. -- Cyngor Llyfrau Cymru
Download or read book The Rough Guide to Wales written by Rough Guides and published by Rough Guides UK. This book was released on 2015-03-02 with total page 652 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The eighth edition of the Rough Guide to Wales is the ultimate travel guide to this incredibly varied country, with stunning photography throughout. Whether you want to trek the Pembrokeshire Coast Path or let loose at Green Man festival, have a slap-up meal in foodie Abergavenny or chug through the Snowdonia mountains on the Ffestiniog Railway, you'll find all the practical details and inspiring ideas you'll need. Spanning the length and breadth of Wales, from tiny valley towns to bustling cities, this is the most comprehensive guide to the country. Plan your trip using our colour-coded maps and up-to-date listings on the best places to stay, eat and drink in every corner of Wales. Whether you want detailed background or a quick idea of the highlights of each region, The Rough Guide to Wales has it all. Make the most of your time on EarthTM with The Rough Guide to Wales.
Download or read book The Great Little Trains of Wales written by Wales Tourist Board and published by . This book was released on 1973 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Corris Railway written by Peter Johnson and published by Pen and Sword. This book was released on 2019-10-30 with total page 387 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An extensively illustrated history of this Welsh railway—and the effort to restore it. One of Wales’ oldest narrow gauge railways, the 2ft 3in gauge Corris Railway was built to carry slate from several quarries in the Dulas valley to wharves on the river Dyfi. At first forbidden to use steam locomotives or to carry passengers, it overcame these obstacles and became an essential part of the community that it served. It was also a forerunner in encouraging tourists, offering inclusive tours to nearby Talyllyn, with passengers traveling on the train and on railway-operated road services. Taken over by the Great Western Railway in 1930, the railway was closed by British Railways in 1948, apparently for good. Fortunately, the last two steam locomotives and some rolling stock was saved by the nearby Talyllyn Railway, where it played an essential role in that railway’s preservation. Eventually, the thoughts of enthusiasts turned to reviving the Corris Railway, and, after many twists and turns, the first passengers were carried on a short section in 2002. In this book, historian Peter Johnson has delved into many sources to uncover the intricacies of the railway’s origins, development, operation, and revival.
Download or read book Great Little Trains of Wales 1 Poster Col written by Wales Tourist Board and published by . This book was released on 1983 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Great Little Trains of Wales written by Derek Perkins and published by . This book was released on 1978 with total page 78 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Railway Rambles in Snowdonia written by Ian Coulthard and published by Sigma Press. This book was released on 2004 with total page 138 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The seven steam railways of Snowdonia, plus its mainline network, combine to give endless possibilities for indulging in a love of steam railways with walks in splendid scenery. This book presents 30 walks and explores the whole of Snowdonia and to enjoy the varied locomotives preserved on this national network.
Download or read book Grat Little Trains of Wales written by John Bailey and published by . This book was released on 2015-06-03 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Little Trains of Britain written by John Timpson and published by . This book was released on 1992 with total page 192 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Great Little Engines written by Christopher Awdry and published by Egmont Books (UK). This book was released on 2007 with total page 56 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Reverend Awdry created Thomas the Tank Engine for his son, Christopher Awdry, who continued his father's work by writing a further 14 books. Thomas fans will be delighted to see all of Christopher Awdry's stories beautifully reproduced and printed for the first time since 1996. Christopher Awdry's first Thomas book for 10 years is also being published by Egmont in September 2007.
Download or read book Great Little Trains of Wales written by Robin Richards and published by . This book was released on 1974 with total page 64 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
