MERCHANDISE
We have a wide range of merchandise
available in our shop, including souvenirs, DVDs, books &
magazines, and
a large range of model trains and accessories. Here is a very small
sample, focused on items that depict the
history of our railway:
Soft
cover
book:
"The History of the Don River Railway's Locomotives, Railcars
& Carriages." by Greg Cooper. This A4 format publication covers the
history of the Don River Railway and most of it's major items of stock.
With 76 pages, some 45 illustrations, 12 line diagrams and many charts
and lists this is the
reference work dealing with the railway. Price $15.95
The
Don
River Railway has been in operation for more than 30 years after
opening to the public in November 1976. This DVD was originally
produced for the 25th and has now been updated with scenes from the
30th anniversary. The DVD takes us back to the early days and follows
the railway and its volunteers as they developed it into the largest
collection of operating railway equipment in Tasmania. Main line
running with the railway's M class engines is featured, both on their
own, together and paired with the CCS engines and even a short sequence
of the four engine run over the Don Hill during the EBR centenary.
25 + 5
Years at the DON RIVER RAILWAY includes: Film of early days,
moving & building the station, signalbox, workshops &
turntable; member’s interviews, stories from Ian Hall, MA2 test run,
coverage of steam and diesel main line running, action at the 30th and
a few scenes from the "Thomas" days held in 2007. Mainly narrated by
the late Ray Howe with newer scenes covered by current President Bill
Housego. Running time 61mins. PAL DVD 4:3 format.
Price
$35
*****
ON TRACK The DON RIVER
RAILWAY (2004)
(Tas
Steam Alive videos)
The Van Diemen Light Railway Society Inc was formed in the early 1970s. After basing themselves at Don, near Devonport, the group relaid a section of railway between Don Township and Coles Beach, opening to the public as the Don River Railway in November 1976. Following the restoration of steam locomotive MA2 the group began excursion tours on the main lines of Tasmania in 1986. From this start the railway has now built up considerable expertise, running tours with a wide variety of motive power over every available line and catering for all tastes.
This
DVD
shows some early days at Don, and then covers over 40 rail trips in
various places around the state. Footage comes mainly from the video
archives of Tas Steam Alive, sourced from over one hundred VHS, S-VHS,
Hi-8 and Digital tapes and includes many scenes not previously used,
and some scenes from tapes long out of production. All footage has been
digitized and computer edited. Running time 115 minutes. Available as
PAL DVD 4:3 format.
Price $35
There is also a huge range of Don River souvenirs such as:
Fridge Magnets, Badges, Key Chains,
Stickers, Enamel Mugs, Coffee Mugs, LED Torches, Drivers
Cap, Patches, Spoons, Stubby Holders,
Pens and much much more, all featuring the Don River
logo and or rolling stock.
In the next few weeks we will include
an on-line ordering facility as part of this website.