A small group of train enthusiasts decided to preserve a piece of history by saving some of the last running steam locomotives in South Africa after the South African Railway cancelled steam on their main lines.
The public is invited to catch the Gautrain to Rhodesfield station, where an old steam locomotive will depart for Germiston at 9.30am and will return to Rhodesfield at 2.30pn, with an estimated time of arrival of 3pm.
Travellers are invited to spend the morning at the depot to see the static displays and experience the blacksmiths in action in their workshops.
The open day will compromise of a craft market with unique artisan crafts, food and beverages and entertainment for kids, as well as a photo booth for steampunk photos to be taken with prizes up for grabs for the best steampunk outfit.
Book your spot now with moc.sremaetsfeer@sgnikoob or call 062 743 9200. Alternatively, you can buy your ticket on arrival at Rhodesfield, when you board the train. Tickets cost R250 for adults, R200 for children aged 4-12; kids under 4 are free. The cost of the ticket includes pickup and drop off at Rhodesfield station and one steampunk-styled photo.
All proceeds go to the upkeep of the depot and the restoration of the great 100-year-old steam loco lady, Susan.
