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Retired UK rail engineer turns East Sussex garden into 50-foot railway with solar-powered trolley

Source: Times of India
Category: Technology
Region: UK
Published: September 25, 2026 at 11:30

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Adrian Backshall transformed his East Sussex garden into a working railway, inspired by his railway engineering career. The garden features a unique 50-foot railway with a solar-powered system and authentic railway memorabilia. Initially a lockdown project, it has evolved to include a Victorian-style carriage for entertaining guests. Backshall's project reflects a blend of history and engineering, following his retirement from Network Rail.

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