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The Ferrymead Railway Celebrates 60 Years Of Preservation
Friday, 18 October 2024, 10:47 am | Canterbury Railway Society
The dedicated volunteers began the arduous work of establishing an operational railway. Physical groundwork at Ferrymead started in late 1965. Track, sleepers, fitting, and other necessary pieces of equipment were acquired. More >>
Steam Locomotive ‘Peveril’ Celebrates 150 Years Of Service
Friday, 29 September 2023, 8:31 pm | Canterbury Railway Society
The oldest operating steam locomotive in New Zealand will celebrate its 150th year of service over this Labour weekend at the Ferrymead Railway, owned by the Canterbury Railway Society incorporated and based at the Ferrymead Heritage park in Christchurch. ... More >>