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The last of a breed: a look at the GNR U Class locos
The Great Northern Railway of Ireland U class occupies an interesting place in the story of Irish steam locomotive development, and while at a casual glance may look similar to other GNR classes such as the Q or S type, they hold a special all of their own.
7 days ago5 min read
Recap: The On the Laois tour—a steam tour with a difference
A recap of our 10th operation, the "On the Laois" tour to Straffan and Stradbally.
Jun 224 min read
The 175th anniversary of the Cork, Blackrock & Passage Railway:
June 2025 marks the 175th anniversary of a major development in the history of transport in Cork: the opening of the Cork, Blackrock & Passage Railway.
Jun 126 min read
80 years of CIÉ—a look at its role in Irish transport history
2025 marks another important anniversary in the history of Irish transport, for it is now 80 years since Coras Iompair Éireann (CIÉ) was established, going on to become a household name within Ireland. In this article, we will explore its history, including the factors that led to its formation and its development over the past eight decades.
May 297 min read
Railtour Recap: The Eyre Lee Bird Railtour
Táilte Tours' 2025 season kicked off on Saturday 5th April, with the operation of our "Eyre Lee Bird" railtour from Cork to Galway.
Apr 96 min read
The Castleisland Railway: 150 Years On
2025 is the 150th anniversary of the opening of the Castleisland Railway.
Mar 233 min read
The Northern Ireland Railway Closures of 1965: 60 Years On
2025 marks 60 years the closure of major parts of the Northern Ireland rail network.
Feb 204 min read
75 Years of Mainline Diesels on CIÉ
January 2025 marks an important anniversary in the history of Irish transport, for it is now 75 years since CIÉ’s first mainline diesel loco
Jan 164 min read
190 Years of Traction: Ireland's First Railway Locomotives.
A look at the first railway locomotives in Irish history.
Dec 14, 20244 min read
Railtour Recap: "The Great Southern Railway Centennial" 16th November 2024
On 16th November 2024 Táilte Tours operated its third mainline railtour, "The Great Southern Railway Centennial" from Dublin to Killarney.
Nov 21, 20246 min read
The 100th Anniversary of the GSR
12th November 2024, marks an important day in the history of Irish transport: the formation of the Great Southern Railway.
Nov 12, 20242 min read
An Introduction to Rhomberg Sersa, OTM operator and Sponsor of our GSR Centennial Railtour
In 2019 RSRG established a base in Kildare after winning the competitive tender to operate and maintain Irish Rail's fleet of OTMs.
Nov 6, 20242 min read
Táilte Tours Makes Donation to Stradbally Woodland Railway
At the Model Railway Society of Ireland Exhibition in Dublin over the weekend, Táilte Tours CLG presented our friends in Irish Steam...
Oct 31, 20241 min read
Táilte Tours to Sell Rare Memorabilia for the Irish Traction Group
Táilte Tours CLG will be selling a selection of merch on behalf the ITG at the Model Railways & Hobbies Exhibition in Clontarf, Dublin.
Oct 22, 20241 min read
170 Years a Junction—A History of Portarlington Station
October 2024 marks the 170th anniversary of the establishment of a junction at Portarlington station, one which is of major importance in...
Oct 19, 20244 min read
First Passenger Run of a mkIV set to Limerick to Feature on Táilte Railtour
A railtour first is to take place on Saturday 16th November, with the first ever passenger working of a mkIV set over the Limerick line.
Oct 15, 20242 min read
The "Three Musuems" Day Tour Recap
A recap of our Three Musuems day tour from Dublin to Belturbet, Dromod and Castlerea.
Sep 30, 20243 min read
More Prestigious Trains of Ireland
A look at more of the prestigious trains that have operated in Ireland over the years.
Sep 16, 20244 min read
A Look at Some of Ireland's Historic Luxury Trains and Carriages
Ireland may not be the first country one thinks of when asked to name a luxury train, but it has had its fair share of luxury carriages.
Aug 21, 20244 min read
Celebrating 150 Years of the Belfast Central Railway
4th August marks the anniversary of the Belfast Central Railway opening for traffic.
Aug 4, 20243 min read
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