Save The Rails - Season #2: Lynton & Barnstaple Railway
Season 2 of Save The Rails brought us to North Devon, UK – home of the legendary Lynton & Barnstaple Railway.
This historic narrow-gauge line first opened in 1898 and, thanks to a passionate community of volunteers, is being rebuilt piece by piece after decades of closure. Their dedication even brought back Lyn, a faithful new-build replica of the original Baldwin locomotive, lovingly recreated in 2017.
Through Save The Rails, TrainStation players helped support this incredible volunteer-driven effort to keep British steam heritage alive.
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How Save The Rails Works
Each season brings a new opportunity for players to support real railway preservation through special charity packs in TrainStation 2 and TrainStation 3.
Here’s how the initiative works:
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We partner with a heritage railway in need of support.
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Our team designs a unique in-game locomotive inspired by the railway.
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The locomotive is included in a limited-time charity pack in TS2 or TS3.
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All proceeds from these packs go directly to the real railway.
Through your gameplay, real locomotives and historic lines receive vital help.
Season 2 – Thank You to Our Community
The charity action for Season 2 has officially come to a close — and thanks to you, it was an incredible success. Together, the TrainStation community raised €35,000, which will go directly to supporting the Lynton & Barnstaple Railway and the volunteers who work tirelessly to preserve and operate this historic line.
From everyone at Pixel Federation and the Lynton & Barnstaple Railway, thank you. Your passion for trains, history, and preservation once again proved that our players can make a real-world impact. 🚂💙
What’s Next?
Save The Rails continues! Our goal is to support more heritage railways around the world—big or small—that preserve the magic of trains.
Do you know a railway that would be a perfect fit for Save The Rails?
Let us know: media@pixelfederation.com
Join Us
Stay tuned across our social media channels and newsletter for future Save The Rails seasons and new opportunities to support real railway history.
Together, we’re proving that a community of players can make a real difference – on and off the rails.