Lappa Valley Railway Co Ltd

Classification Railway

DescriptionTHE LAPPA VALLEY STEAM RAILWAY runs on one of the oldest railway trackbeds in Cornwall. Opened in 1849 as a mineral line from Newquay to East Wheal Rose, it later became part of the Great Western Railway's Newquay to Chacewater branch line.This was closed in 1963, and in 1974 Eric Booth, the founder of Lappa Valley, reopened part of the line as a narrow-gauge railway.

Position

Photographs

The AddressBarn Acre, St. Newlyn East, Newquay, TR8 5HZ

Phone+(44)0 1872 510317

DateJul 31, 2006

Contact NameLappa Valley Railway Co Ltd

CategoryEngland > Cornwall
England > Cornwall > Attractions in Newquay

Local Information

Other Nearby Attractions

Dairyland is 1.72 Miles away
Cornwall Family Attraction of the Year. Enjoy the fun of an all weather family attraction in Cornwall,...
Newquay Zoo is 3.26 Miles away
Newquay zoo one of the best wildlife parks in the country. More than just a zoo...features a resturant,...
Newquay Waterworld is 3.27 Miles away
Newquay Waterworld provides the best in leisure facilities including 2 pools and waterslides, gymnasium,...
Miniatura park is 3.49 Miles away
It’s relaxing fun for all the family with new and refurbished models, puzzles, sculptures, and...
Blue Reef Aquarium is 3.80 Miles away
Have a great family day out at Blue Reef Aquarium, the top tourist attraction loacted in Newquay,...

Campsites located nearby this attraction

Rosecliston Park is 2.39 Miles away
The Rosecliston Holiday Park is a fun and friendly campsite for singles and couples looking for an...
HENDRA HOLIDAY PARK is 2.40 Miles away
Hendra is a fabulous family (and couples) holiday park situated in Newquay, a glorious part of Cornwall. We...
Monkey Tree Holiday Park is 2.49 Miles away
Set in 56 acres of fabulous countryside we are situated between Newquay and Perranporth and just minutes...
Newperran Holiday Park is 2.92 Miles away
NEWPERRAN, one of Britain’s top holiday parks, awaits you with the warmest of Cornish welcomes. Whilst...
New Perran Campsite is 3.00 Miles away
Superb modern facilities for all of the family including a comfortable Cornish pub, Abigail's cafe, Shop...

Golf Courses nearby this attraction

Carvynick Golf & Country Club is 2.27 Miles away
Carvynick Country Cottages is situated in the heart of Cornwall, approximately six miles inland from the...
Treloy Golf Club is 3.57 Miles away
Treloy Golf Club is a beautifully picturesque golf course situated just outside of the seaside resort town...
Perranporth Golf Club is 4.56 Miles away
One of the finest links courses in the south west, Perranporth boasts spectacular panoramic views...
Merlin Golf Club is 6.99 Miles away
Merlin Golf Course is a beautiful hilltop heathland course set on the North Cornish Coast, enjoying...
Truro Golf Club is 7.41 Miles away
Truro Golf Club, with its mature course set in a superb landscape is celebrating its 70th year since its...

Average Registered User Rating: 5.00 5.00 (out of 5)
Number of review: 1 Reviews

Review by c shaw (date: 24-Mar-2007)
Subject: Lappa Valley
Comment: An excellent holiday site.Plenty of things of interest for all ages.The rail ride into the valley is exciting. We have been several times.
Rating: