Theme parks · South West England
Gartell Light Railway
In or near Purse Caundle.
Gartell Light Railway — a theme park in england-south-east, United Kingdom.
Marika Reinholds — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 4 h–8 h
- Best time of year
- School holidays (Apr–Oct)
- Nearest railway station
- Common Lane · 0.0 km
- Paid entry
- Family-friendly
- Limited wheelchair access
About
Gartell Light Railway is a theme park located in england-south-east, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.
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Official information
The Gartell Light Railway is a narrow gauge railway located in South Somerset, operated by the Gartell family and their friends. It is open to the public on selected dates throughout the year, offering visitors a unique journey experience.
Place summary
Gartell Light Railway is a theme park located in South-East England, postcode BA8. It features a narrow-gauge railway that offers scenic rides through the surrounding countryside, appealing to both families and railway enthusiasts.
AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.
- Coordinates
- 50.9946, -2.4027
- District
- Somerset
- Parish
- Henstridge
- Postcode
- BA8 0NB
- Parliamentary constituency
- Glastonbury and Somerton
- Nearest railway station
- Common Lane — 0 km
- Official site
- newglr.weebly.com
Sources
- osm: way/453763986 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Gartell Light Railway?
- Gartell Light Railway is in South-East England, United Kingdom (postcode BA8 0NB), in the parish of Henstridge.
- What is Gartell Light Railway?
- Gartell Light Railway — a theme park in england-south-east, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Gartell Light Railway?
- The nearest railway station is Common Lane, about 0.0 km away. Drivers can use postcode BA8 0NB.
- Does Gartell Light Railway charge admission?
- Gartell Light Railway typically charges admission. Check the official site for current ticket prices and opening hours.
- How do I get to Gartell Light Railway?
- The nearest railway station is Common Lane, about 0.0 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode BA8 0NB.
- Is Gartell Light Railway suitable for children?
- Yes — Gartell Light Railway is a family attraction designed for children. Most rides and attractions are aimed at the under-12 age band.