The Far North Line is one of Scotland’s most scenic railway lines and perhaps the UK. It also allows you to visit some landmarks, nature reserves, castles, etc. It’s hard to select from so many; however, here are a few must-see places near the Far North Line Stations. Fearn Station Attractions: Nigg Old Church: This […]
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As you travel along the Far North Line, you realise you are taking a trip through history. The railway has connected communities and supported the region for over 150 years. It is more than just a railway line; it symbolises man’s perseverance, engineering, achievement, and community spirit. The Origins and Ambition of the Far North
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The Far North Line CRP congratulates the Flow Country Partnership on achieving UNESCO World Heritage site status, which confirms the international importance of its blanket peat bogs in the fight against climate change. It joins the Serengeti, the Galapagos Islands, the Great Barrier Reef, and the Everglades as areas gaining this status because of their
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Friday 21st June 10.30 – 17.15 (train departs Helmsdale at 09.47 and returns at 17.44) 150th Anniversary Event to mark the opening of the northern section of the Far North Line (Helmsdale – Wick/Thurso across the Flow Country of Caithness) This year, 2024, marks the 150th anniversary of the opening of the Sutherland and Caithness
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The Far North Line Community Rail Partnership was designated on 24th May 2023 at a Scottish Parliament reception, after which the following press release was issued: “After more than three years of preparatory work, a voluntary committee has been successful in its application to the Scottish Government to have the Caithness and Sutherland section of
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