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[Dropping to 3 stars after my second visit, the working layout is just too dull] This is a tough review to give…. I want to fully support this endeavor by true rail enthusiasts, as a model rail nut this is brilliant to have… I just recall my youth… my communion, my confirmation… I got to choose what I wanted to do for the day and it was always ‘Fry model Railway’. I would be sick with excitement on the journey out… and the wonder and awe when you walked into that hall…. seeing Dart’s flying around, trams going his way and that, the massive Heuston station, steam trains, Diesel’s flying everyway… ferries moving…. It was huge and truly magical! It made a lifelong railway fan out of me…. I am delighted this Casino model railway is here… it’s a beautiful building and display…. I just wish some of the magic could have been saved. Really hoped it would be the old layout, or at least parts of it. Static models just aren’t the same. The model railway part is ok....a lot of realism... but it needs way more fun... Its essentially 2 loops... you can stand at it for minutes and not see a single train... there should be trains flying everywhere, steam trains, trams, diesels... there is huge sections of sea and nothingness... the cork station is miles away from the viewing section... I mean no disrespect but it needs to be totally redesigned to be 'fun' and inspire and awe young folks... its way too dull (see pics) for a public exhibition... Again – I love the endeavor, and am delighted that this is here, but its something you'll visit once for curiosity but there's not enough here to warrant a repeat visit I'm afraid.
Donal CDonal C
40
Haven't been to the museum since it was housed in Malahide Castle many moons ago. So we were excited to visit and see the new location. It's smaller in layout and lots of history. Models are on display and good infographics dotted around the place. The actual layouts, although seem impressive on first glance, well after40mins of studying the details. You can tell the layouts were designed and built by someone that has no interest in model railways. For one, Fry's models are O gauge and these were OO, lots of the model baseboard is taken up by 'water' effects, making it appear larger than it is. Bray head is just a big mound stuck on the end of the display. The buildings weren't very realistic or built well, I've seen scratch built amateur buildings that are 80% better than what's on display here. The biggest disappointment was the fact the B&I ferry and the Dart are no longer running. I get that models get old and need to be cared for, but those models were built by workers in the "works". They need to be recognised. Overall I just felt disappointed that Fry's enthusiasm and love of modelling his railway is lost in this museum layout. It's a museum first and the railways play second fiddle to that. The wow factor of the original layout is gone and that's heartbreaking for railway model enthusiasts everywhere. I'd say go see it for yourself, it's a nice day out but it's not Fry's original layout. It's one and done for us.
Bridget SmithBridget Smith
00
Very interesting display of working model trains and stations. Smaller than I expected. Tour took 25 minutes. I had children with me and they enjoyed it. I need to go back on my own and take time to read all the info on display. Pleasant staff. Museum was busy at mid-term break, with children and their parents. Makes sense to book in advance. The family ticket at 22 euro is reasonably priced. Recommended, but I would suggest that you might tie it in with a trip to the Howth Transport Museum, which is only open on Saturdays and Sundays.
SeanPSeanP
40
The transformation this iconic building has gone through over the last two years is amazing. This old thatch roofed hunting lodge was left to rack and ruin and today it is back to its former glory. It is home to the impressive Fry Model Railway Museum, a must see collection of hand made Railway engines and carriages which gives an insight to Ireland’s past Railway glory. Located beside Malahide railway station just before Malahide village an easily accessible attraction, the 42 and 102 bus service stops outside.
Darran ConwayDarran Conway
20
Absolutely amazing. I visted the Museum when it was within the grounds of the Malahide castle and there were original hand made trains were running in brilliantly designed landscapes of different parts of Ireland. The museum is still part of the Castle and is now located in the old hunting house so it is smaller and all original model trains are on display and new models were put in the running trains to catch up with the modern times. Still brilliant. Highly recommended. Just to note tickets start at 5 euro.
Mirza CAtibusicMirza CAtibusic
30
Completely was amazed by the passion of Cyril Fry. It was a complete museum with lots of different tiny model trains made out of metal. The Casino model is interesting. Those who love trains/vehicles should definitely go for it. It's a small indoor area. A small puzzle book for kids also will be there.
Lamiya BasheerLamiya Basheer
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Dublin Rd, Malahide, Co. Dublin, K36 TW67, Ireland
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4.5
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The Casino Model Railway Museum at Malahide, Ireland is the display home for the Fry Model Collection in the refurbished Casino cottage building in central Malahide. It opened to the public on 22 January 2020. The railway and collection was moved from its previous home in Malahide Castle in 2010.
attractions: Malahide Castle & Gardens, Public Park of Malahide Castle, The Talbot Botanic Gardens, Malahide Butterfly House, Westbury Casino, Fry Model Railway Museum, restaurants: Gibney's Of Malahide, ireland, Siam Thai Restaurant - Malahide, The Greenery Malahide, Bon Appetit
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