Christmas In July Dinner Train
Tickets are now on sale for our annual Christmas in July Dinner Train – back in 2021 after an enforced break during 2020! Leaving Mt Barker in the late afternoon…
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Railcar Southern Encounter
Join us for a rare mid-week journey with our heritage Redhen railcars next Thursday, 24th June 2021. Departing Mt Barker at 11am, our Redhen railcar will travel through Strathalbyn, Goolwa…
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Diesel Southern Encounter
Please note – due to unforeseen coal supply issues out of our control, tomorrow’s Southern Encounter service will be hauled by heritage diesel locomotive 958. We apologise for any inconvenience…
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Welcome back Rx224!
Welcome back Rx224! Veteran steam locomotive Rx224 will return to the rails on Sunday 23rd May 2021 after a 30-year restoration by dedicated employees and volunteers at SteamRanger Heritage…
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Looking for something to do with your Great State Experience Voucher??
Travel from Mt Barker to Victor Harbor in first class comfort for just $35! (With a $50 voucher) First Class SOLD OUT, Limited Economy Seats Still Available! https://experiences.southaustralia.com/…/steamranger… Hurry, as first…
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Our 2021 Mount Barker season is about to commence!
The Southern Encounter operates on the first and third Sundays from May until the end of November. The journey commences from Mount Barker station – a pleasant 20 minute drive…
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Loco 844 on its way
It’s been a long time coming, but after months of negotiations and planning, loco 844 left Dry Creek South yard, and started it’s journey to Mt Barker for restoration this…
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Steam Returns for April School Holidays
We will be operating steam hauled Cockle Train Services over the April School Holidays in 2021. Including the Easter Weekend! See the timetable below for more information. *Steam Running Dates…
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