South Devon Railway (SDR)
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South Devon Railway (SDR)
The Railway Station, Buckfastleigh TQ11 0DZ
A beautiful seven-mile heritage line that follows the course of the River Dart from Totnes to Buckfastleigh. Originally a GWR branch line built in 1872 to transport wool and coal, it now offers a peaceful and scenic journey through the Devon countryside.
Railway History
The Primrose Line
The South Devon Railway (SDR) is the longest established steam railway in the South West. It occupies a part of the former Ashburton branch line, which was once nicknamed the 'Primrose Line' due to the spring wildflowers that bloom along its banks. The journey is uniquely scenic, with the track hugging the curves of the River Dart between the historic market town of Totnes and the monastic town of Buckfastleigh.
Technical Specifications
South Devon Railway
Track Gauge
1435mm
Line Length
7miles
Original Line
1872AD
Heritage Reopening
1969AD
Locomotives
Mainline SteamGWR
River Crossing
River DartRiver
