This unique line was built in 1896 by Richard Maltby Broadbent as part of the new Groudle Glen pleasure grounds.
It ran as a tourist attraction until the early 1960’s when it fell into disrepair, and during the 1970’s the line was scrapped
and the rolling stock sold.
The line was saved from total extinction by a band of enthusiastic volunteers in 1982, reopening to passengers in 1986.
Today the line is a registered Manx charity, still run entirely by an enthusiastic group of volunteers that provides a fun, nostalgic day out for all ages, whilst restoring and maintaining an important piece of Manx railway history for this generation and many more to follow.
By giving a little of your spare time, meet new friends, enjoy yourself and learn new skills whilst helping to continue the
restoration and operation of Groudle Glen Railway and the Sea Lion Rocks Tea Rooms.
Our volunteers come from all walks of life and get involved in a variety of interesting areas from catering to engineering! Whenever and wherever you fancy lending a hand, we look forward to welcoming you into our team.
Email us via the contact page and we look forward to welcoming you down the glen.
“The Line that goes Uphill to the Sea” This unique line was built in 1896 by Richard Maltby Broadbent as part of the new Groudle Glen pleasure grounds. It ran as a tourist attraction until the early 1960’s when it fell into disrepair, and during the 1970’s the line was scrapped and the rolling stock sold.
The line was saved from total extinction by a band of enthusiastic volunteers in 1982, reopening to passengers in 1986.
Today the line is a registered Manx charity, still run entirely by an enthusiastic group of volunteers that provides a
fun, nostalgic day out for all ages, whilst restoring and maintaining an important piece of Manx railway history for
this generation and many more to follow.