Irish Railways past, present and future

The Irish Railway Record Society promotes Ireland’s Railway heritage to inspire future generations.

IRRS Premises in Dublin Closed until further notice

Due to a serious health and safety risk that has arisen in our main premises at Heuston Station in Dublin, the Board has had to take the unfortunate, but necessary, decision to close the entire premises to members and visitors alike until further notice.

This means that for the foreseeable future all upcoming library nights are suspended.

Check the events section of the website for alternative arrangements for scheduled events.

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Membership Renewal

Our membership year runs from the 1st of September to the 31st of August, so subscriptions are now due. We thank all our members who have already paid their subscriptions. Find out all the information you need to renew your subscription.

The Members’ Library

There are over 20,000 items including books, pamphlets, current & non-current periodicals and special collections, including timetables & Irish transport reference books. The Historic Railway Law Library has over 1,000 volumes and there is also an exhibition of railway memorabilia.

Discover and engage with Ireland's railway heritage