Thornes Park Miniature Railway
📍 Park Grove Rd, Wakefield WF2 8TW, UK
About Thornes Park Miniature Railway
Thornes Park Miniature Railway offers a delightful and nostalgic train ride experience nestled within the beautiful Thornes Park in Wakefield. A beloved local gem, this miniature railway has been enchanting visitors for decades, with many returning generations to relive cherished childhood memories. Passengers can enjoy a scenic journey on miniature locomotives, winding through picturesque woodlands and around various corners of the park's expansive grounds, making for a truly memorable outing.
Operated by the dedicated Wakefield Society of Model & Experimental Engineers, the railway provides engaging rides at an affordable price, making it accessible for everyone. Visitors frequently praise the charm of the different coloured trains and carriages available. With a superb Google rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from over 130 reviews, it's clear why this attraction is a firm family favourite.
Visiting Information
The Thornes Park Miniature Railway is open on Sundays from 1:00 PM to 4:30 PM. For convenience, the attraction offers wheelchair accessible parking and an accessible entrance. Payments can be made using debit cards, contactless NFC, or cash, ensuring a smooth experience for all.
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📍 Park Grove Rd, Wakefield WF2 8TW, UK
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Showing 5 of 130 reviews from Google Maps.Last updated 31 January 2026.
This was a brilliant attraction to visit, set in a large space at Thornes Park! The leaves surrounded its track in December and woodlands are pretty, the track winds around different corners too. Green and red colored mini trains were both running, pulling enclosed carriages or ones to sit on with outside all around! Platforms have a nice little accessible feel and staff were lovely, mini engine shed is fabulous to be able to see.
Have been visiting here for years, and things have changed slightly in the past few years. Instead of paying cash on the train, you pay in advance at a small hut, and can pay by card too. It costs £1 per person for 2 laps in one of many trains that are available. The busier the day, the more trains that are available to ride on. If it's quiet, you won't be sat on a train waiting for other people to fill the carriages, so you might set off and only be you on there!! It is suitable for all ages, but children must be supervised. All proceeds go to the Mayors charity, and it's a lovely part of Thornes Park.
Been going since the 1950s. I rode on this as a kid and it was a delight to be able to take my own son on it. £1 each ☺️
Lovely Sunday activity for little ones. My train loving toddler thoroughly enjoyed watching them! We’ll be back! 🚂
Great little place if ur a train spotter the miniature train takes you on a little journey around the park .