Derwent Valley Railway — Attraction in New Norfolk

We visited on a Wednesday, and was definitely worth the visit. There is no admission fee - but I’d suggest you volunteer a few dollars for the upkeep. Paul showed us around, and he is a wealth of knowledge about everything Derwent Valley Railway! For a railway buff like me, it’s great to see up close and personal the display of locos and rolling stock and some of their history. It’s a real shame that the Tasmanian government (of any persuasion) don’t support this venture, being anti-rail. If up and running it could pump millions of tourist dollars into the local communities along the line. It’s a must see - the volunteers are friendly and up for a chat. I’d thoroughly recommend you to...

A very worthwhile experience for rail enthusiasts and tourists.

A significant collection of Tasmanian railway locomotives, passenger coaches and freight rolling stock plus track maintenance vehicles.

The knowledge, experience and enthusiasm of the DVR people we met was impressive, with their commitment to preparing to run an operational railway when they have track access again...

Very impressive, really happy we stopped by. The lovely lady escorted us through with so much information about what was and the dream of what will be. The volunteer workers seem to be ex rail employees and rail buffs that really are passionate and knowledgeable about their railway. Will go back...