Crookwell Railway Station
Highlights
- Explore the historic Crookwell Railway Station, showcasing its 1902 origins and rich transport heritage.
- Wander along the 100-foot platform, experiencing the charm of a bygone era in New South Wales.
- Join the monthly fettler tours to learn about railway operations while enjoying the original station building.
- Marvel at the 60-foot cast iron William Sellars Turntable, a rare piece of railway engineering history.
The Crookwell railway station is a historic gem. The railway yards were first opened in 1902 and were a significant pioneer terminus station.
The line was used to transport stock and goods which included potatoes, iron ore and superphosphates as well as people. The facilities are still present today including a 100-foot platform, wooden station building, stock siding with yards, goods shed, 60-foot turntable and ash pit.
Passenger services ceased in 1979 with freight terminating shortly after. The line remained open for tours between 1983 and 1985, with 1985 being the last year a train operated on the line.
The station is accessible at any time but on the third Saturday of each month, visitors can learn how the fettler (track workers) operated, enjoying the original station building and train tracks. They can also view the 60-foot cast iron William Sellars Turntable.
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Disabled access available, contact operator for details.