Shillingstone is the last surviving example of a station built by the Dorset Central Railway (one of the forerunners of the S&DJR).

Initial train services were provided by the London and South Western Railway (LSWR).

[1] A length of trackbed around Shillingstone has been opened as a section of the North Dorset Trailway,[4] providing an easy-access route for walkers, cyclists and horse riders.

At Shillingstone station the trailway is routed up and along the down platform, providing a clear view of the restored buildings.

During its original working life, lighting was provided by oil lamps, there being no electricity supply.

[6] The yard, the sidings and the passing loop were controlled from a signal box at the north end of the up platform.

Founded Around the late 1990s the North Dorset Railway Trust (which supports The Shillingstone Station Project) was formed by Michael Paulley and this is when the hard work, negotiation, letter writing and publicity begin in earnest.