Casino Model Railway Museum

Welcome to the Casino Model Railway Museum, a truly unique cultural gem situated in the picturesque coastal village of Malahide. As you stand before this charming thatched-roof structure, you might be surprised to learn that…

As we move into the first interior gallery, we find ourselves in a space dedicated to the man himself: Cyril Fry. To understand the objects in this museum, one must first understand the artisan. …

In this section of the museum, the focus shifts from the builder to the subject: the rich and varied history of the Irish railway system. The development of the railroad in Ireland was a transformative force in the 19th century,…

We now enter the centerpiece of the museum: the grand operational model railway display. This massive installation is a living, breathing tribute to the Irish International Railway and Tramway System. …

Continuing around the grand display, we transition from the urban bustle of Dublin to the rolling hills and quiet stations of rural Ireland. This section features a meticulously detailed model of Mallow Station in County Cork, a…

As the tracks lead us further, we encounter one of the most dramatic sections of the display: the coastal route inspired by Bray Head in County Wicklow. In the real world, the railway line between Dublin and Rosslare is famous…

Before we conclude our journey through the galleries, we come to a section that invites you to engage directly with the collection. The museum features several interactive touchscreens that serve as a digital catalog of Cyril…

As we conclude our tour of the Casino Model Railway Museum, I hope you carry with you a new appreciation for the extraordinary intersection of engineering and art. Cyril Fry’s collection is more than just a hobby that went grand;…