Railways That Shaped Tyrone & Exhibition Tour – European Heritage Open Days 2026
Book TicketsSchedule
| Friday 11 September 2026 | 7:00pm | Book Now |
VenueStrule Arts Centre |
PriceFree |
CategoryTalk |
Railways That Shaped Tyrone
As part of European Heritage Open Days discover the fascinating story of Tyrone’s railways and the important role they played in shaping the county’s communities, industries and everyday life.
Local author and railway enthusiast Tony McGartland will lead an engaging talk exploring the rise and development of the railway network across Tyrone, the people who depended on it, and the lasting impact it had on the county.
The talk accompanies the Railways That Shaped Tyrone exhibition at the Strule Arts Centre in Omagh, which brings together the largest collection of railway memorabilia in Tyrone.
Why not arrive early and visit the Railways That Shaped Tyrone exhibition, which the talk accompanies and brings together the largest collection of railway memorabilia in Tyrone.
Whether you are a lifelong railway enthusiast, a local history fan, or simply curious about how railways helped shape the Tyrone we know today, this is an opportunity to discover stories, memories and treasures from a remarkable chapter in the county’s past.
Come along and explore the railways that connected Tyrone — and helped shape its future.
This is a FREE event, but pre-booking is essential