Miniature railway
Open daily 10am-4pm subject to weather
After visiting Pleasureland why not enjoy a ride on this historic train and enjoy a bite to eat at the lovely cafe. Or why not stay a little longer and have a spin on the carousel or a go on our helter skelter. No need to book in advance
The oldest continuously running 15-inch gauge railway in the world!
This track was built by Mr GV Llewelyn in 1911 and was originally named ‘Llewelyn’s Miniature Railway’. The first steam train ‘King George V’ ran 17th May 1911 at 3pm. The track was sold to Harry Barlow in 1945 when it was renamed ‘Lakeside Miniature Railway’ and the first petrol-driven trains had started running. It is the oldest continuously running 15-inch gauge railway in the world and was sold to John Spencer in 1968, then to Don Clark and Graham Leeming in 2001. It was purchased in 2016 by Norman Wallis, who has now begun to refurbish and improve the track and surroundings, and hopes to create a heritage museum and improved facilities for everyone.
You can book and pay for your tickets from the driver on the platform at either end of the line.
Prices:
Single £3.00
Return £4.00
Family Return £15.00
(Family is 2xAdults and 2xchildren, or 1xAdult and 3xchildren)
