Station History

 

During its short life the railway saw some memorable occasions, with King E dward Vll and the royal train arriving at Invergarry in1905 and 1907. The two world wars breathed new life into to the line with extra sidings being laid at Fort Augustus in World War 2.

Today the restored station boasts ¼ mile of standard gauge track which is currently being extended to the east. A Ruston diesel shunter (1947) provides motive power and the Lesmac trolley offers rides. Name-boards and station lamps have been erected and a replica signal cabin is being constructed. There is a Visitor Centre with displays telling the story  of the station's rebirth and its history.

Work is ongoing in preparing the sidings for track and work on a Historic Carriage Shed has begun. Once work at the east end of the platform is completed, the track will be extended westwards, with a current potential of 0.6 miles. Erection of the replica signal cabin is nearing completion and the Saxby & Farmer lever frame from Tyndrum Upper, donated by Network Rail, will be installed.

 

 

We would like to acknowledge thanks to our funders

  • Forestry and Land Scotland
  • Network Rail Scotland
  • Sustrans National Cycle Network
  • Banavie Quarry
  • Glengarry Trust
  • Bienniun Community Fund