Scenic train trips launched

THE South African National Railway and Steam Museum in Auckland Park, Johannesburg, has launched the Magaliesburg Express, a diesel-hauled train which offers scenic day trips between Johannesburg and the town of Magaliesburg in Gauteng. The scheduled trips run on Sundays, departure time: 09h00 from Johannesburg, for arrival in Magaliesburg at 11h00. Fares can be booked individually on the trains or the 50-seater or 8-seater trains can be booked as a unit. Braai packs and picnic hampers are available on request and braai facilities are offered at the Magaliesburg Station. The picturesque village and craft stores are within walking distance. The train departs from the station at 15h00. (Adéle Mackenzie)