Seaton Tramway

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Harbour Road
Seaton, England EX12 2WD
Seaton Tramway operates narrow gauge heritage trams between Seaton, Colyford and Colyton in East Devon's glorious Axe Valley, travelling alongside the River Axe estuary through two nature reserves and giving an unrivalled view of the abundant wading bird life.The coastal resort of Seaton is now a gateway town to the Jurassic Coast, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, whilst the historic town of Colyton is described as "Devon's Most Rebellious Town" for its part in the Monmouth Rebellion of 1685.The company originated at the Lancaster Electrical Company of Barnet, which manufactured battery electric vehicles. In 1949 its owner, Claude Lane, indulged his hobby by building a miniature 15” gauge tram, which he ran at garden fetes. This portable system enjoyed temporary homes at St Leonard’s and Rhyl before evolving onto the 2’ gauge Eastbourne Tramway.Many of the present trams were built at Eastbourne, but by the mid 1960’s the tramway’s success was outgrowing the mile line. Claude therefore began to look for alternative locations. In late 1969, Claude purchased the Seaton to Colyton section after the branchline had been closed by Dr Beeching in 1966 and, after a mammoth relocation from Eastbourne, the first section was opened in 1980. Since then the tramway has developed into one of Devon’s best loved attractions.New trams have been added to the fleet and the buildings have been much improved in order to meet the needs of the thousands of enthusiastic people who visit each year.

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4.52,816 reviews
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THE POLSR EXPRESS REALLY COMES TO SEATON.
12/23/2024

POLAR EXPRESS - ABSOLUTELY FANTASTIC! The Conductor had the voice spot on to the film and even clipp...

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Magical Experience, But Missing Some Extra Spark This Year
12/22/2024

This was our second year on the Seaton Tramway Polar Express, and it was another magical experience!...

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Polar express
12/22/2024

Was the best time on the Polar Express, it was magical the children had a great time but I think the...

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