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The South Devon Railway

Totnes, England
Ranked #2 of 14 attractions in Totnes
4.5 of 5 stars 8 Reviews
Type: Scenic Railroads
Most recent review
- May 13, 2012
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Totnes,England, United Kingdom
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6 reviews 6 reviews
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 13, 2012

We had a lovely day out and well worth the money. My little boy had a great time and enjoyed the shop at the other end! More

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Leicester, United Kingdom
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7 reviews 7 reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 5, 2012

A nice way to pass some time, taking in the sounds and smells of the train and imaging what it would be like to travel in one of the original and well preserved carriages (something you can do but I did not). There is a museum and a quaint waiting room complete with an open fire, also a few items... More

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Plymouth, United Kingdom
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39 reviews 39 reviews
26 helpful votes 26 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 26, 2012

Great day out for all ages. Anyone who loves steam railways will love this venue. More

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South East England
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18 reviews 18 reviews
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 18, 2012

We joined this attraction at Buckfastleigh, just off the A38. There is plenty to see while waiting for a train; a small free rail museum, engine works, model railway shop and good cafe plus. as separate attractions, an otter sanctuary and butterfly centre.. We did the return trip to Totnes on a steam train and enjoyed lovely views of the... More

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Teignmouth, United Kingdom
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72 reviews 72 reviews
28 helpful votes 28 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 1, 2012

We take all our visitors on this lovely ride. Nice old fashioned train and staiions. Wonderful views. Lovely cafes and shops. Try the round robin!! More

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DEVON
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68 reviews 68 reviews
28 helpful votes 28 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 22, 2012

Picturesque journey from Paignton to Kingswear opposite Dartmouth, Catch the passenger ferry and enjoy the Dartmouth restaurants. More

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Surbiton, United Kingdom
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3 reviews 3 reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed November 21, 2011
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The train was a very classic style and best to get your own cabin to enjoy it the most. More

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Battersea, Canada
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5 reviews 5 reviews
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed October 26, 2011
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I'm old enough to remember this railway operating under British Railways in the 1950's. Its much smarter and spiffier now than in those days but it does accurately recreate the atmosphere of a Great Western Railway branch line. It also carries far more passengers now than it did under British Railways and there are some adjustment and accommodations for this.... More

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