The West Cork Wanderer - a Bus Substitution Railtour
Sat, Mar 28
|Cork (Kent) Railway Station Car Park
Discover the history of the West Cork Railway as renowned Irish railway historian Jonathan Beaumont guides us on a bus tour of this once extensive system as we explore what remains. Fare includes a visit to the West Cork Model Railway Village in Clonakility. Full itinerary to be confirmed shortly.
Time & Location
Mar 28, 2026, 10:00 AM – 6:30 PM
Cork (Kent) Railway Station Car Park, Kent Station, Lower Glanmire Rd, Cork, T23 E6TD, Ireland
About the event
March 2026 marks 65 years since the West Cork railway system closed forever. To mark the occasion, we've organised a special bus tour on 28th March. This will take in some of the key areas which this once expansive railway system served. Learn about the history of the West Cork Railway as renowned Irish railway historians Ray Good and Jonathan Beaumont throughout, stopping at some key locations along the route for photos.
Dept Cork Kent Station at 10:00.
Photostop near Chetwynd Viaduct (weather permitting).
Visit to the sites of stations at Bandon, Ballinascarthy, Ballineen, Skibbereen, Drimoleague, Baltimore, and a few more subject to timely running.
Visit to the West Cork Model Railway village in Clonakilty.
Extended break for lunch at Skibbereen.
Tickets
West Cork Wanderer - 28/3/26
Travel on the Táilte Tours.CLG bus charter from Cork to Baltimore/Clonakilty, including entry to the West Cork Model Railway village, Clonakilty. Valid Saturday 28th March 2026 only. Strictly non-refundable.
€46.00
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