Up to 3,000 people are expected at Bathurst Station this June long weekend for the return of Australia’s largest operating steam locomotive, Beyer-Garratt 6029.
‘The Garratt’ will operate several 1.5-hour steam train rides for the local community between Bathurst and Wimbledon on Saturday 11 and Sunday 12 June, followed by a day trip to Orange on Monday 13 June.
“This is a fantastic opportunity for families and heritage enthusiasts alike to step back in time and connect with our State’s rich rail history,” said Transport Heritage NSW CEO, Andrew Moritz.
“Travelling through the Central West inside a restored NSW railways carriage behind this giant of the steam era is an experience rarely offered and not to be missed.”
Beyer-Garratt 6029 was recently acquired by the NSW Government for the State’s heritage transport collection, managed by Transport Heritage NSW.
“The engine entered service with the NSW Government Railways in 1954 and was a reliable work horse of the fleet, travelling some 1,000,000kms before being removed from regular service in 1972.”
“This is the locomotive’s first regional visit since being acquired by the NSW Government last month.”
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