THE HIGHLAND RAILWAY SOCIETY

2008 marks our 21st Anniversary

The Highland Railway ran from Perth in Central Scotland north to Inverness and then on up the east coast to Wick and Thurso. From Dingwall, the railway ran west to Kyle of Lochalsh to serve Skye and the Western Isles. From Inverness, another line ran east to Keith, where it connected with the line to Aberdeen. Several branches were built from this core network to serve nearby towns. The Highland Railway Society caters for all those interested in the Highland Railway from its inception to the current day. Membership currently costs £11 per year (or £8.50 if you are under 18 or over 65), for which you receive a quarterly journal and purchase Society publications at reduced prices. An email chat group encourages discussion between members.

As well as being a source of information for modellers, kits and components which are not otherwise available have been produced in both 4mm and 7mm scales.

The Society has established an extensive archive of books, photographs and drawings. Many of the drawings and photographs can be viewed on the Highland Council's Am Baile website. Some of the artefacts are on display courtesy of the Friends of the Kyle line during the summer months. The Society is keen to expand this collection either by donation or purchase.

Forthcoming Events

28th and 29th June 2008 : Society stand at the Perth Model Railway show. If you can help contact Ray Nolton.

2008 Annual General Meeting on Saturday 13th September. To celebrate the completion of the line from Inverness to Keith, we will be meeting in Keith at the Ugie House Hotel. We will also be marking out own 21st Anniversary. The meeting will start at 11.00am with the AGM, followed by presentations and discussion. A buffet lunch will be provided. Dinner in the evening will be at Dufftown Station in the ex-Devon Belle Pullman coaches. A special train will run to carry members to and from Keith.

News

The full list of Society Drawings is now available - click here to download.