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Tuesday, April 23, 2024

Killorglin Railway

A veranda which was built to deflect any rock fall from Drung Hill

A veranda which was built to deflect any rock fall from Drung Hill. It's often confused as the third tunnel, but there are actually only two tunnels which were bored through Drung Hill.  Source:...

One of the two tunnels which cut through Drung Hill. This a great feat...

One of the two tunnels which cut through Drung Hill. This a great feat of engineering in its day. One tunnel was 90 yards long, while the second was longer at around 100 yards....

A mist closes in on Drung Hill. This photo displays graphically the task that...

A mist closes in on Drung Hill. This photo displays graphically the task that faced the engineers and workers in boring through the red sandstone of Drung Hill. The rock displaced in the tunneling...

The terrain that faced the railway builders between Mountain Stage and Drung Hill

The terrain that faced the railway builders between Mountain Stage and Drung Hill. The mountain came right down to the sea which presented a vast challenge for bringing the railway west to Valentia Harbour....

A view from the railway line on Drung Hill looking down at Dingle Bay

A view from the railway line on Drung Hill looking down at Dingle Bay. Source: The National Library of Ireland. Ref: R072

The gleaming tracks of Killorglin Railway, a tribute to the milesmen who worked in...

The gleaming tracks of  Killorglin Railway, a tribute to the milesmen who worked in gangs of four and who maintained four miles of track per gang. Source: The National Library of Ireland. Ref:...

The Ellipse Bridge in Killorglin Station which was a feature of most Irish railways,...

The Ellipse Bridge in Killorglin Station which was a feature of most Irish railways, which allowed passengers to pass safely over the railway track. Source: The National Library of Ireland. Ref: R074

Photo taken from the platform of Killorglin Railway Station with St.James’ Catholic Church looming...

Photo taken from the platform of Killorglin Railway Station with St.James' Catholic Church looming large in the background. Source: The National Library of Ireland. Ref: R075

The Great Southern Hotel, Caragh Lake which was sadly demolished in the mid 1950’s

The Great Southern Hotel, Caragh Lake which was sadly demolished in the mid 1950's. Source: The National Library of Ireland. Ref: R057

One can imagine the views afforded to the train passengers when coming to or...

One can imagine the views afforded to the train passengers when coming to or leaving Killorglin. Source: The National Library of Ireland. Ref: R059

The Railway Viaduct over the River Laune known locally for generations as the ‘Metal...

The Railway Viaduct over the River Laune known locally for generations as the 'Metal Bridge'. The house to the left still remains to the present day. Source: The National Library of Ireland. Ref:...

Glenbeigh Railway Station

Glenbeigh Railway Station. Source: The National Library of Ireland. Ref: R055

The Great Southern Hotel, Caragh Lake with the turret which was a very recognisable...

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A view of Killorglin Railway Station on the site of what is now St.Michael’s...

A view of Killorglin Railway Station on the site of what is now St.Michael's Church of Ireland. Note the numbers of brick chimneys. Ref: R053

A view of Killorglin Railway Station taken sometime after its closure in 1960

A view of Killorglin Railway Station taken sometime after its closure in 1960. Ref: R054

Ticket For Last Train From Cahirciveen To Killorglin

Ticket For Last Train From Cahirciveen To Killorglin Ref: R045  

139 Steam Train In Killorglin Station With Driver

139 Steam Train In Killorglin Station With Driver Ref: R046

Train Leaving Killorglin Station

Train Leaving Killorglin Station Ref: R047

Train On Turing Circle In Killorglin Station

Train On Turing Circle In Killorglin Station Ref: R048

Cattle Being Loaded Onto Train In Killorglin Station

Cattle Being Loaded Onto Train In Killorglin Station Ref: R049