In a nutshell
Gauge: 12" (coin operated)
Length: 40 yards
Opened: 1992
Location:
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Anglesey Model Village & Gardens
NEWBOROUGH,
Anglesey
LL61 6RS
Tel. 01248 440477
Date of visit: 8 August 2012
Key Facts
- The railway is a coin-operated, battery operated self-drive model based loosely on Ivor the Engine
- It is for young children only
- The model village includes two trains (one passenger, one goods) to approximately Gauge 3 scale. They run every three to five minutes on a timer.
- The models in the village represent Welsh prototypes.
Route
The ride-on railway runs alongside a children's playground/picnic area.
My Impressions
The ride-on model is situated in the picnic area at the end of the walk around the model village. The model buildings in the village are presented in a well-kept garden.
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| Stonebuilt farmhouse |
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| Shopping street scene |
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| Stone quarry with operating conveyor |
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| Water-mill with operating wheel |
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| School building |
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| Stonebuilt terraced cottages |
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| The railway station with both trains awaiting departure. |
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| The passenger train starting its journey around the garden |
There is a small café for visitors and an area for children to let off steam while their parents can relax with a cup of tea. The ride-on train runs around three sides of this area. Children can control the direction of travel of
Ivor the Engine once a coin has been put into the slot.
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