The Cavan and Leitrim Railway - Dromod is a heritage railway and museum based at the original railway narrow gauge station dating from 1887. The railway is run entirely by volunteers with some unique exhibits and working steam locomotives and heritage stock.
This was such an unexpected surprise. We thought we were going into a car graveyard, but definitely don't judge a book by it's cover! This place is small, cheap to get into and 100% run by volunteers. Everything in there is being restored by the team of guys in their own time. Donations are used to restore and buy new things for them to restore. My husband is a car nerd and he would probably move in if he could. The story of these guys is great, restoring things since 1993. They want to preserve bits of their Irish history and they know everything about each piece they have bought. Even if you are not a massive fan of cars their story is worth hearing. We loved it 100% would go again. They also run Nancy the steam train ever Sunday in August and every other Sunday in September.
Today, we took a trip to the unique Leitrim Dromod Museum, where we could experience history and something truly special. Right at the start, we got a ride on Ireland's last functioning steam locomotive , an amazing opportunity to feel what travel was like in the last century. Some visitors were completely captivated by the atmosphere, the stories from our guide--the owner himself--and the chance to connect with history . What really sparked excitement, though, were the unique exhibits that we could not only view but also try out ourselves! We sat in the very seats where Marilyn Monroe sat during her transatlantic flights . And as a bonus, we even got to explore the cockpit of a plane piloted by Prince Philip , while Queen Elizabeth relaxed in her cabin . Additionally, we admired beautiful historic buses, including iconic double-deckers from the 1950s to 1970s , which we could explore up closer. For those looking for a bit more action, there was a historic handcar available to power along the tracks . Leitrim Dromod Museum is truly worth a visit--you won't find such a perfect blend of history anywhere else. We came on sunday at 15:40, took the ride in 5mins and spent around one hour exploring the area with our guide. Entrance fee is paid at the end of the tour. Its possible to pay either in cash or by card. As we were organised group we also asked and got an invoice with written confirmation for our tickets.
Travelled up from Dublin with my son today. It's great that the Dublin - Sligo train stops, right beside it. We had a great time. Highly recommended.
We visited today and have been blown away by the incredible knowledge and history that has been brought back to life and shared by Michael our guide. Definitely very well worth a visit. Please take time out and check out this amazing project, there aren't too many places left in the world that allow you to get up close and personal like this. What can I say? Wow!
Fantastic experience here today. Hugely knowledgable tour from Michael. Children and adults alike had a great time. The County Council is underfunding this gem and if it wasn't for the passion of the team here a lot of pieces of history would be lost. Well done to all involved
Highly recommend a visit, from the outside it doesn't do it justice, once you go in and board the steam engine it's like a mystery tour. Amazed at all the stuff and history this little gem is hiding. Well worth it, they do an amazing job at capturing the story
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This was such an unexpected surprise. We thought we were going into a car graveyard, but definitely don't judge a book by it's cover! This place is small, cheap to get into and 100% run by volunteers. Everything in there is being restored by the team of guys in their own time. Donations are used to restore and buy new things for them to restore. My husband is a car nerd and he would probably move in if he could. The story of these guys is great, restoring things since 1993. They want to preserve bits of their Irish history and they know everything about each piece they have bought. Even if you are not a massive fan of cars their story is worth hearing. We loved it 100% would go again. They also run Nancy the steam train ever Sunday in August and every other Sunday in September.
Today, we took a trip to the unique Leitrim Dromod Museum, where we could experience history and something truly special. Right at the start, we got a ride on Ireland's last functioning steam locomotive , an amazing opportunity to feel what travel was like in the last century. Some visitors were completely captivated by the atmosphere, the stories from our guide--the owner himself--and the chance to connect with history . What really sparked excitement, though, were the unique exhibits that we could not only view but also try out ourselves! We sat in the very seats where Marilyn Monroe sat during her transatlantic flights . And as a bonus, we even got to explore the cockpit of a plane piloted by Prince Philip , while Queen Elizabeth relaxed in her cabin . Additionally, we admired beautiful historic buses, including iconic double-deckers from the 1950s to 1970s , which we could explore up closer. For those looking for a bit more action, there was a historic handcar available to power along the tracks . Leitrim Dromod Museum is truly worth a visit--you won't find such a perfect blend of history anywhere else. We came on sunday at 15:40, took the ride in 5mins and spent around one hour exploring the area with our guide. Entrance fee is paid at the end of the tour. Its possible to pay either in cash or by card. As we were organised group we also asked and got an invoice with written confirmation for our tickets.
Travelled up from Dublin with my son today. It's great that the Dublin - Sligo train stops, right beside it. We had a great time. Highly recommended.
We visited today and have been blown away by the incredible knowledge and history that has been brought back to life and shared by Michael our guide. Definitely very well worth a visit. Please take time out and check out this amazing project, there aren't too many places left in the world that allow you to get up close and personal like this. What can I say? Wow!
Fantastic experience here today. Hugely knowledgable tour from Michael. Children and adults alike had a great time. The County Council is underfunding this gem and if it wasn't for the passion of the team here a lot of pieces of history would be lost. Well done to all involved
Highly recommend a visit, from the outside it doesn't do it justice, once you go in and board the steam engine it's like a mystery tour. Amazed at all the stuff and history this little gem is hiding. Well worth it, they do an amazing job at capturing the story