2020. What a year its been . Lets say goodbye (good riddance!) to it
with a fantastic day on the SOUTHERN ENCOUNTER TRAIN TO VICTOR HARBOR.
Sunday 15th November, 10.00 to 6.00pm
Its a fabulous return trip from Mt Barker with 3 hours free time in
Victor Harbor, enjoying gorgeous scenery along the way.
Well meet at the Mt Barker Train station at 9.30am, for a 10.00am
departure (look for Anne or Christa we are both coming along!)
Leaving Mt Barker, the train first climbs up to the crest of the line
and then winds down the eastern escarpment of the southern Mt Lofty
Ranges, passing through several long abandoned station sites which
bear testimony to the importance of this branch line a century ago.
Crossing the Angas River you then enter the historic township of
Strathalbyn where many Scottish migrants settled in the early 1800s,
influencing the early architecture which is still evident today. The
town is well worth a visit to explore its well stocked antique shops
and cafes.
The journey then continues southwards across the plains and well away
from the main road native bushland unfolds from your carriage window
and kangaroos and other animals might be seen trying to keep pace with
the locomotive! Then its across the towering Currency Creek viaduct
and on to Goolwa.
At Goolwa, the train draws alongside the river wharf and passengers
alighting here have over four hours to explore local attractions, have
lunch on the riverside, visit the Steam Exchange Brewery in the old
goods shed or take a short river cruise.
Beyond Goolwa the train then meanders westwards to the picturesque
holiday settlement of Port Elliot .
We arrive into Victor Harbor at 12.45pm for a three hour stopover to
explore the coastal delights on offer.
Around 3.45pm we board the train back to Mt Barker, stopping at the
same stops along the return journey.
The train arrives back at Mt Barker at approximately 6.00pm
There are a few spots remaining, and places are limited
For more information and to Register your place, see below.
Cost $64.39 per person (includes Eventbrite booking fee)
We'd love to see you there!
Your $60 payment covers the return train journey only. Tea & Coffee
will be available for purchase on the train please bring cash.
PLEASE NOTE, THERE IS A $4.39 EVENTBRITE PROCESSING FEE FOR EACH
TICKET.
*DUE TO WEATHER CONDITIONS, A STEAM TRAIN CANNOT BE GUARANTEED AND A
DIESEL ENGINE MAY BE USED.
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