One anniversary this year, which we could not let go unmarked, is the 175th anniversary of the arrival of the railway in Navan, Co. Meath.

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.

A recap of our 10th operation, the "On the Laois" tour to Straffan and Stradbally.

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.