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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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