Rhyl minature railway. Steam loco (Joan)

Joan is a historic 15-inch gauge 4-4-2 tender steam locomotive built in 1920 that operates on the Rhyl Miniature Railway in Denbighshire, Wales. Key Facts About JoanBuild and History: Built in 1920 by Albert Barnes & Company, Joan was the first of six similar "Little Giant" style locomotives and was named after Joan Butler, the daughter of a Leeds steel company proprietor.Operations: It runs around the town's Marine Lake on Britain's oldest operational miniature railway.Journeys: When the local funfair closed in the 20th century, Joan spent time at Manchester's Belle Vue Zoo before returning to Rhyl to run passengers again.Visitor Reception: Most users on Reddit agree that the locomotive and the surrounding railway offer a wonderful, nostalgic experience in North Wales.