Kamloops Heritage Railway's 2141 Steam Locomotive and Heritage Train

 

Kamloops Railway Days - Saturday, September 11th

On Saturday, September 11, 2010 join the Kamloops Heritage Railway Society as they once again showcase an very important part of Canada's heritage. Kamloops is an ideal location to host such an event as the city has a rich history surrounding the railways. Always an important location for freight and passenger operations, Kamloops is one of the few locations in the west where both CN and CP tracks intersect. Kamloops Railway Days is actually held at the very spot referred to by the railways as an Interchange. Shared by CN, CP, KPR, Rocky Mountaineer and the Kamloops Heritage Railway, Station Plaza at 510 Lorne Street is a great location for the event.

There will be lots going on during the day including equipment displays by the railways, tours of the backshop, model train and memorabilia sales and displays, 2141 train rides, entertainment and a beer garden.

Date and Time: Saturday, September 11, 2010 between 9:00 am and 4:00 pm

Locations: 510 Lorne Street between The Keg Steakhouse and Bar and the Red Bridge. Model Train Displays and Sales will be held at Interior Savings Centre in the Sports Action Lounge.

Parking: Follow the signs to the Keg parking area or Pioneer Park 7th Ave. (after turning onto 7th Ave., turn left just before the tracks)

Admission Rates: Adults $10,    Children and Seniors $5,     Family $25

For more information: Contact Brian Kelly at Kelly's Kaboose 250-377-8510 or Kamloops Heritage Railway 250-374-2141 info@kamrail.com

 

 

Ghost Train

  The Ghost Train in Kamloops, BC

The Ghost Train in Kamloops, BCOn a dark and stormy Halloween night in 1915, a train carrying 44 passengers and crewleft  Kamloops Junction destined for the town of Blue River. The train disappeared into a thick fog while passing through Wolfenden and never reappeared. Many have searched, but none have been able to find any trace of the train, the crew, or the passengers... Since the restoration of the 2141 steam locomotive, strange events have taken place around the time of Halloween. Have the spirits been resurrected? Join them on the 1-hour long Ghost Train as they tell their story and settle their restless souls.

Reservations are required as these trips consistently sell out. 

 

Departure Schedule:

> October 22, 23, 29 & 30: 7:00pm 

(passengers should be at the station a minimum of 30 mins prior to departure, entertainment begins at 6:30 pm)

Rates:      

> Adult: $20

> Senior(60+): $17

> Youth (12-18): $15

> Child (4-11): $12

> Infant (3 and under): Free

> Group (20+): $16 per person

This trip is not recommended for children under 6 yrs. Parental Discretion.

Note - Please arrive a minimum of 30 minutes early to the station.

 

Spirit of Christmas Train

Spirit of Christmas Train in Kamloops, BC

Spirit of Christmas Train in Kamloops, BCJourney back to a Christmas of old with carolers, hot chocolate, the 2141 steam locomotive and heritage train as they visit historic St. Joseph's church to bring Santa Claus back into town. Decorated with hundreds of colourful lights, join Santa and Mrs. Claus, elves, Frosty the Snowman, a Winter Princess, Tin Soldier and even the Grinch as they warm the hearts and spirits at Christmas. This 1-hour long Spirit of Christmas railtour has become a local favourite since 2003.

Reservations are required as these trips are very popular and seats are reserved inside the passenger coaches. DRESS WARMLY as coaches are not heated. 

 

Departure Schedule

> December 19 & 20: 4:30pm and 7:00pm

> December 18 & 21: 4:30pm

(passengers should be at the station 30 mins prior to departure)

 

Rates:      

> Adult: $18

> Senior(60+): $15

> Youth (12-18): $13

> Child (4-11): $9.50

> Infant (3 and under): Free

> Group (20+): $14 per person 

 

Location:    #6-510 Lorne Street, Kamloops, BC

Phone: 250-374-2141

 

Spirit of Kamloops

Kamloops Heritage Railway

Kamloops Heritage RailwayClimb aboard the beautifully restored 2141 'Spirit of Kamloops' and steam back into history. In the late spring and summer, take a one-hour tour departing from a 1927 restored CN station and cross the South Thompson River on a steel trestle bridge. You will travel to First Nations lands and past St. Joseph's Church, a historic site, before crossing Paul Creek on the way to the CN Junction. On our return trip there are many photo opportunities including Mount Paul and Mount Peter, sunset at the church, and on the trestle bridge once more. Experience railroading of old as we pick up a message using the old-fashioned hoop transfer method and are warned of masked riders seen in the area. One hundred years ago in 1906, the gentleman bandit Bill Miner and his gang robbed a train just outside of Kamloops and his ghost returns for a reenactment of the event on every trip! TIP: 45 - 50 mins prior to departure, you can come and watch as the engineer builds the train for the trip right out in front of the parking area. Lots of steam action and photo ops!

 

Departure Schedule:

The Spirit of Kamloops railtour operates in July & August

> Fridays & Mondays: 7:00pm

> Saturdays: 11:00am  

 

Rates:      

> Adult: $27

> Senior(60+): $15

> Youth (12-18): $13

> Child (4-11): $9.50

> Infant (3 and under): Free

> Group (20+): $14 per person

 

 

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Climb aboard the beautifully restored 2141 “Spirit of Kamloops” steam train! Enjoy 1-hour tours in Kamloops including a reenactment of the famous 1906 Bill Miner train robbery.