 The Little Eaton Waggonway in 1908 | |
| Overview | |
|---|---|
| Locale | Ayr and Auchincruive, South Ayrshire |
| Dates of operation | 1784 circa–1872 circa |
| Successor | Abandoned |
| Technical | |
| Track gauge | Unknown |
| Length | 10.5 miles (16.9 km) |
The Auchincruive Waggonway or Whitletts Waggonway was a mineral railway or 'Bogey line' that transported mainly coal, eventually running from the north side of Ayr harbour at Newton to Blackhouse, Whitletts, Dalmilling, Gibbsyard, Auchincruive Holm, Annbank and Enterkine.[1] Apart from carrying coal to the harbour, lime kilns, quarries and a salt works were also served.[2]