Stansted park
light railway

Stansted Park Light Railway

The perfect day out with the kids in Hampshire

Stansted Park Light Railway is a popular attraction near to Rowlands Castle in Hampshire. Perfect for a day out with the kids. Our trains run from the main station ‘Stansted Park’ opposite the Garden Centre.

Stansted House and gardens are just a stones throw away, with a large selection of things available to buy from the garden centre, extensive and delicious menu at the cafe not to mention the ice cream stops!

Please note that Dogs are more than welcome at the railway. They are also allowed in the garden centre and grounds including the outside seating area of the cafe and the wider Stansted Park grounds (except the flower gardens). Dogs travel free on the trains but must be under control and on a lead for safety.

STANSTED PARK LIGHT RAILWAY

Running every Wednesday and Saturday 10:30am - 3:30pm
& Seasonal special events

The Stansted Park Light Railway is a 7 and a quarter inch gauge miniature railway in the grounds of Stansted House in Hampshire situated next to the Stansted Park Garden Centre.

It runs 850 yards through the Arboretum, past a 12 foot span girder bridge and a 3 platform station. There is also a 6 road engine shed and workshop, plus a turntable. The railway will take you on a lovely circuit that will provide enjoyment for all ages.

The railway opened in 2005, with quite humble beginnings, but over the years, the number of volunteers involved has grown, along with the locomotive fleet, which has 1 steam loco, 2 petrol hydraulics and and hybrid (electric/petrol) locomotive. Please be aware that while the railway is totally family friendly, children must be accompanied by an adult at all times.

If you fancy making a day of it, there is the Edwardian House and Grounds of Stansted Park, with a Grade II Listed country house set on a 1800 acre estate within the South Downs National Park.

Ticket prices:

Adults £3.50
Children 3-12 years* £2.50
Children under 3 are free
Accompanying Carer free

*Children under 12 years old must be accompanied by an adult

Plan your day

Attractions Nearby

Running on Wednesdays and Saturdays 10:30am – 3.30pm with seasonal closures and adverse weather closures.

There is ample free parking within the grounds
Stansted Park Light Railway is a 7 1/4″ miniatures railway with 3 platforms, a turntable, engine shed and signal box.
Trains run every 15 minutes

Stansted Park House
Forest & Parkland
Aboretum
Maze
Book shop
Farm shop
Pavilion Tea Room

 5/5

5.0

Our average customer rating is 5 / 5 based on 3 reviews

What Our Customers Say

A really tranquil spot in the country side, the little train, trundles from the mini station, through hedge rows and around the gardens and back to the station via the woodlands trail. Such a stunning place on a summers day.

Wayne

Fantastic little railway, run by a friendly and very enthusiastic group of volunteers. Visited a few times, much to the delight of my two year old great grandson who simply loves riding on and watching the trains. Volunteers are super helpful, there are even provisions for disabled people to ride the train. A lovely trip out with little ones - lots of fun too for big people (we get to ride too with or without little ones!)

Lesley

Running every Wednesday and Saturday 10:30am - 3:30pm

Stansted park light railway