Heritage railways · Northern Ireland
Back Line
In or near Loughinisland.
Back Line is a heritage railway in the United Kingdom.
Gareth James — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1.5 h–3 h
- Best time of year
- Spring – autumn
- Nearest railway station
- Downpatrick Loop Platform · 0.2 km
- Free entry
- Family-friendly
About
Back Line is a heritage railway in the United Kingdom — a preserved or volunteer-run line carrying tourist services. Coordinates: 54.3262°, -5.7307°.
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Official information
The Downpatrick and County Down Railway is a heritage railway in Northern Ireland, offering vintage train rides through scenic countryside. Visitors can explore a museum and carriage collection while enjoying family-friendly events throughout the year.
Place summary
Back Line is a heritage railway located in Northern Ireland, postcode BT30. It preserves the historical significance of railway transport in the region. The site showcases the development of railways and their impact on local communities.
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- Coordinates
- 54.3262, -5.7307
- District
- Newry, Mourne and Down
- Postcode
- BT30 6DR
- Parliamentary constituency
- South Down
- Nearest railway station
- Downpatrick Loop Platform — 0.2 km
- Official site
- www.downrail.co.uk
Sources
- osm: w598123537 (ODbL)
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South Line
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Downpatrick Loop Platform railway station
Natural landmarks · 0.3 km
West Crossover
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North Line
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South Line
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Carriage Gallery
Museums · 0.5 km
Downpatrick railway station
Natural landmarks · 0.5 km
Down Cathedral
Cathedrals · 0.5 km
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Back Line?
- Back Line is in Northern Ireland, United Kingdom (postcode BT30 6DR).
- What is Back Line?
- Back Line is a heritage railway in the United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Back Line?
- The nearest railway station is Downpatrick Loop Platform, about 0.2 km away. Drivers can use postcode BT30 6DR.
- How do I get to Back Line?
- The nearest railway station is Downpatrick Loop Platform, about 0.2 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode BT30 6DR.