victorian goldfields railway
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victorian goldfields railway印象
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If you love trains and especially steam trains, this is a nostalgic trip. All the volunteers were friendly, helpful and knowledgeable - chatting with them enhanced our enjoyment of the journey. Nothing quite matches the thrill of hearing the 'chuff-chuff' of the engine as you haul out of the station, and the smell of the burning coal adds to the mood. We took the afternoon train from Maldon to Castlemaine and return, travelled first class and enjoyed a glass of red wine along the way. It was a wonderfully romantic journey, a great relic of a bygone era. The countryside through which the train passes is a reminder of the beauty of this great country, with much of the passing scenery making me imagine McCubbin characters were lingering behind the trees. Not a cheap outing if you opt for first class but definitely worth doing at least once.
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we planned this trip for a few weeks and were dressed in period (1890's) costume. We called before hand to check if that was ok and they were more than happy for us to do that. We just wanted to get into the spirit of it and We really enjoyed the first class carriages. The scenery was great and will be back next time when the steam engine runs. What great work the volunteers put in, from the people at the station to the drivers, great effort and dedication. Especially the lady who served in the buffet car, who chatted to us about how much she enjoys helping. The young man who was showing us around the yard was very helpful and polite. It was a pleasure to experience their service.
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I bought my husband a Red Balloon experience, a return trip on the Victorian Goldfields Railway. This included overnight accommodation at Eaglehawk Motel. An opportunity for my husband to travel part of the journey in the actual steam engine section of the train, a lovely cheese platter for 2 along with a drink of our choice.
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We took a train ride from Maldon to Castlemaine and back. The scenery is so pretty and the kids loved the train ride. I would highly recommend it. We took a picnic and had a great day out
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We take the kids three to four times a year. Just a beautiful experience. The train runs between Maldon and Castlemane. Theres plenty to see and do. We highly recommend it.
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We celebrated my fathers 80th birthday with a First Class trip on this lovely steam train, complete with a ride in the locomotive for part of the journey. The journey began in Castlemaine and travelled to Maldon, a 45 minute trip. We sat in the very comfortable Bar Car (the Maldon) and enjoyed the trip immensely. My husband was in the steam locomotive with the Driver and Engineer for the first leg of the journey (to the half way point of Muckleford), where my 80 year old Dad swapped and spent the last half of the trip to Maldon watching the men shovel coal and keep the Old Girl chugging along happily. We spent a pleasant 2 hours in Maldon and had a yummy pie lunch at the Bakery before strolling the street and popping into the many shops and antique venues on offer. Back on the train for the return journey to Castlemaine we enjoyed the First Class hospitality with cheese platters, Champagne, beer and softdrinks! My father said it was the best thing he's done in his first 80 years, so I think that says it all!
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Brilliant the old building of the Station has the best character frontage of any where in Australia. The coffee shop and the old relic Museum is a must to see
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Have travelled on this railway before. Step back in time by enjoying a relaxed journey in old VR cars pulled by a steam train. A photographers delight!
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if you intend to gravel on the goldfields railway do yourself a favour and pay the extra to travel in the cab.Hot.noisy valve gear going everywhere,just a great experience to watch the team work between driver and fireman to get this thing along.Return in comfort in the pullman carraige.It was a great day made better by really friendly volunteer staff.I will be back to do the drivers course and then actually get to sit in the drivers seat
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A group of us travelled on the steam train from Maldon to Castlemaine. We chose first class and had two carriages available, both of which had been lovingly refurbished. Club Car very comfortable and one could order tea, coffee or glass of wine and some light snacks. Volunteer staff very friendly. Trip through the countryside very relaxing and we had a pleasant few hours in Castlemaine before catching the return train in the afternoon Lovely way to spend a day with friends.