Our volunteer team at the Inveresk Workshops in Launceston is hard at work restoring one of Tasmania’s true railway treasures — Carriage B2, built in 1869 in Birmingham England for the Tasmanian Railways.
This carriage has carried generations of Tasmanians, and thanks to the dedication, skill, and passion of our volunteers, it’s now being carefully brought back to life.
If you’ve ever thought about getting involved, now is the perfect time. Whether you’re handy with tools, love history, enjoy working with people, or simply want to be part of something meaningful - we’d love to welcome you to the team.
👉 Volunteer with us and help keep Tasmania’s railway heritage on track. Send us a message on Facebook or visit our website to get started.
📸Photo credit: Harry Camplin — Don River Railway Volunteer ... See MoreSee Less
Locomotive 2112 captured resting in the Don River yard beneath a passing rainbow — a perfect moment where our railway meets nature. Be sure to keep an eye out for scenes like this on your next visit and to tag us in your posts! 🌈
Image Credit: Andrew Skinner Don River Railway Volunteer ... See MoreSee Less
We loved welcoming the wonderful couple behind Lifestyle Travellers to our heritage railway here in Tasmania! 💛
Perfectly capturing the nostalgia, and magic of stepping back in time on our trains. There’s nothing quite like the wind in your hair and the rhythm of the rails beneath you.
Thank you for visiting and sharing your journey with us – it was an absolute pleasure to have you, and we hope to see you again!
There's nothing like the sound of our diesel Y6 waking up the valley. The rumble, the shake, the first burst of power… it means we’re getting ready to roll for another big week.
We’re open for train rides this Thurs – Sun, 10am - 2pm. Come down, explore the site, and enjoy a run along the river.
And if you’re planning a big weekend of steam and diesel: Sheffield Steam & Heritage Centre is just 25 minutes south of Devonport, so you can easily visit us at Don River and ride their train on the same day this Sat & Sun. Double the trains, double the fun. ... See MoreSee Less
June 21st is International Dachshund Day! 🐾
Bring your four‑legged friend for a fun day out on the rails.
Dachshunds of Burnie will be meeting at 10:30am on 21 June, and all Dachshunds — plus their humans — are welcome aboard. 🐶
And remember: dogs of all shapes and sizes are always welcome at Don River Railway. They’re part of the family, and part of the fun.
📸 Photo Credit: Sharyn McNally ... See MoreSee Less
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Our volunteer team at the Inveresk Workshops in Launceston is hard at work restoring one of Tasmania’s true railway treasures — Carriage B2, built in 1869 in Birmingham England for the Tasmanian Railways.
This carriage has carried generations of Tasmanians, and thanks to the dedication, skill, and passion of our volunteers, it’s now being carefully brought back to life.
If you’ve ever thought about getting involved, now is the perfect time. Whether you’re handy with tools, love history, enjoy working with people, or simply want to be part of something meaningful - we’d love to welcome you to the team.
👉 Volunteer with us and help keep Tasmania’s railway heritage on track. Send us a message on Facebook or visit our website to get started.
📸Photo credit: Harry Camplin — Don River Railway Volunteer ... See MoreSee Less
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Locomotive 2112 captured resting in the Don River yard beneath a passing rainbow — a perfect moment where our railway meets nature. Be sure to keep an eye out for scenes like this on your next visit and to tag us in your posts! 🌈
Image Credit: Andrew Skinner Don River Railway Volunteer ... See MoreSee Less
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We loved welcoming the wonderful couple behind Lifestyle Travellers to our heritage railway here in Tasmania! 💛
Perfectly capturing the nostalgia, and magic of stepping back in time on our trains. There’s nothing quite like the wind in your hair and the rhythm of the rails beneath you.
Thank you for visiting and sharing your journey with us – it was an absolute pleasure to have you, and we hope to see you again!
👉 Be sure to check out their travels and stories at Lifestyle Travellers ... See MoreSee Less
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Everybody loves our trains… some just show it more than others! ... See MoreSee Less
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There's nothing like the sound of our diesel Y6 waking up the valley. The rumble, the shake, the first burst of power… it means we’re getting ready to roll for another big week.
We’re open for train rides this Thurs – Sun, 10am - 2pm. Come down, explore the site, and enjoy a run along the river.
And if you’re planning a big weekend of steam and diesel: Sheffield Steam & Heritage Centre is just 25 minutes south of Devonport, so you can easily visit us at Don River and ride their train on the same day this Sat & Sun. Double the trains, double the fun. ... See MoreSee Less
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