North Ings Farm Railway
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The 2ft gauge railway was first installed in 1971 to serve the chicken farm, handling
feed, eggs and waste from cleaning of the sheds. Although the poultry business
closed in 1981, the original locomotive and wagons are still used around the
farm, and have been joined by six other industrial diesel locomotives, and a
steam tram engine. The line has been extended over the years and now forms
a circuit of 1/3 mile. A passenger train provides visitors with a trip on the railway, and includes a coach
with facilities for the disabled. |
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| Rolling stock consists mainly of industrial skip wagons, though many have been converted
for other purposes such as flat wagons, ballast and rail carriers. North Ings Farm also plays host to "Penelope", an ex-army Motor Rail,
and "Indian Runner"
a Ruston 33/40HP, both on loan from
the Narrow Gauge Railway Museum Trust. Further information on the Trust can be found on their web site. |
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