Recreating the travel experience of 19th century railways

The 171 Slieve Gullion steam train at Rosslare station in Co Wexford, with Ken Fox (centre) and his crew traction executive Lar Griffen, volunteer David Orr, chief mechanical engineer James Firel, and driver Robert Jolley driver. Picture: Mary Browne

Just like their beloved pride and joy, the crew behind one of Ireland’s last vintage locomotives has yet to run out of steam.

Following its return to the tracks almost two years ago, the 171 Slieve Gullion steam train continues to benefit from the dedication of experts who make its nostalgia-fuelled trips possible.