Heritage railways · Northern Ireland
Bridge 163
In or near Loughinisland.
Bridge 163 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
- Family-friendly
About
Bridge 163 is a heritage railway in the United Kingdom — a preserved or volunteer-run line carrying tourist services. Coordinates: 54.3256°, -5.7302°.
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Official information
The Downpatrick and County Down Railway is a heritage railway in Ireland, offering visitors a chance to ride vintage trains through scenic countryside. The railway connects several historic sites, including Inch Abbey and Down Cathedral, while also featuring a museum that showcases the history of the railway and its surroundings.
Place summary
Bridge 163 is a heritage railway structure located in Northern Ireland, postcode BT30. It is part of the region's historical railway network, contributing to the area's industrial heritage.
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- Coordinates
- 54.3256, -5.7302
- 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: w197576056 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Bridge 163?
- Bridge 163 is in Northern Ireland, United Kingdom (postcode BT30 6DR).
- What is Bridge 163?
- Bridge 163 is a heritage railway in the United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Bridge 163?
- The nearest railway station is Downpatrick Loop Platform, about 0.2 km away. Drivers can use postcode BT30 6DR.
- How do I get to Bridge 163?
- The nearest railway station is Downpatrick Loop Platform, about 0.2 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode BT30 6DR.