Hopes for an Irish rail revival begin at Armagh

Published on 02-10-2024 at 16:49

The public meeting of the Portadown and Armagh Railway Society, held in the Armagh City Hotel conference centre, attracted a capacity audience from across the community, business and political representatives Image by Simon Walton

The first of October, 2024. Sixty-seven years to the day since closure. It’s taken a while, but the campaign group seeking to reestablish a railhead in Armagh held an over-subscribed public meeting in the ceremonial city. The Portadown Armagh Railway Society may look like an enthusiasts group, but this is a well-organised and well-funded lobby group, with the ear of elected representatives, business interests and the community at large.