Outwell Village railway station was a station in Outwell, Norfolk on the Wisbech and Upwell Tramway. It opened in 1883 and closed to passengers in 1927. Goods services ran on a while longer, before finishing in 1966. The line provided inspiration for Toby the Tram Engine.
| Preceding station | Disused railways | Following station | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Outwell Basin | Upwell Tramway | Upwell | ||
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Coordinates: 52°36′36″N 0°13′59″E / 52.6099°N 0.2331°E / 52.6099; 0.2331
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