Recently we decided to ride the Weka Pass Railway which is situated about 60kms north of Christchurch. It it starts in Waipara.
The Weka Pass Railway is a vintage railway, using both steam and diesel locomotives and the day that we were there was a steam day.
Running through Rural New Zealand the line is 12.8ks long and was built in the 1880's.
Not part of the main trunk line, it branches off across flat farmland before climbing on a grade of 1:50 or 2%.
Photo Runs are also a part of this trip and well as the outdoor carriages for viewing
The Weka Pass Railway is a vintage railway, using both steam and diesel locomotives and the day that we were there was a steam day.
Running through Rural New Zealand the line is 12.8ks long and was built in the 1880's.
Not part of the main trunk line, it branches off across flat farmland before climbing on a grade of 1:50 or 2%.
Photo Runs are also a part of this trip and well as the outdoor carriages for viewing
Part of the line follows the main road and cars traveling this road often pull over to take photos as we steam past.
The price is very reasonable and well worth the ticket cost.
Weka Pass Railway is the official website which has the operating schedule and alot more information on the history of this vintage railway.
All Aboard!
All Aboard!
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