Are all areas of the attraction accessible by wheelchair?

No, all areas are not wheelchair accessible.

Do you have ramps and lifts where needed?

No, ramps and lifts are not available.

Can wheelchairs be rented? If so, what is the cost?

No, wheelchairs cannot be rented.

Do you offer special assistance for visitors in the wheelchair?

No, special assistance is not available.

Is Halton Miniature Railway baby friendly?

Yes, there are baby changing facilities.

Are all areas of the attraction accessible with a pushchair?

Yes, all areas are pushchair friendly. pushchairs can not go on to the trains, you will have to leave them on the station

Are there designated areas to store pushchairs when not in use?

No, there are no designated areas to store pushchairs when not in use.

Is there a restroom for mothers that are breastfeeding?

Yes, there are breastfeeding rooms available.

Yes, Halton Miniature Railway is dog friendly Yes, But only small dogs can go on the train

Do you require dogs to be on a lead at all times?

No, well behaved dogs can be off lead.

Are water stations available for dogs?

No, water stations are not available for dogs.

Is there a fee for bringing a dog? If so, how much?

No, there is no fee for bringing a dog.

Is there food and drink available to buy?

Yes there is dining and snack options. At the Ski Centre

Can visitors bring their own food?

Yes, guest are allowed to bring their own food

Are there any restrictions on food that can be brought in?

No, there are no restrictions on food that can be brought in.

Are there picnic areas/designated spaces for eating your own food?

Yes, there are designated areas available for eating.

Is there a place to warm up food?

No, there is no place to warm up food.

How much does food and drink typically cost for a family of 4?

For a typical family of 4, food and drink costs around £1.

Are there high chairs available for kids?

No, high chairs are not available for kids.

Yes, there is parking. At the Ski Centre, this is next door to the Railway

How far is the parking from the attraction?

There is on-site parking available

Can parking spaces be pre-booked or reserved?

No, parking can not be pre-booked or reserved.

Are there accessible spaces for visitors with disabilities?

Yes, there are accessible spaces for visitors with disabilities.

Does your attraction offer private hire, for parties or events?

No, there is no private hire at Halton Miniature Railway. We can not offer private hire etc, right now

Do visitors need to pre-book time slots or tickets to get into the attraction?

No, Halton Miniature Railway had stated that you do not need to pre-book.

Are there toilets available?

Yes, there are toilets available to the public. At the Ski Centre

Are there baby changing facilities available?

Yes, there are baby changing facilities available

Are there accessible toilets?

Yes, there are accessible toilets available

Halton Miniature Railway

Runcorn, Cheshire

All Ages

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About Halton Miniature Railway

Halton Miniature Railway is known throughout the world to all enthusiasts, this railway system is staffed by volunteers.

It has a track gauge of 7 and a quarter inches, and operates a passenger service every Saturday & Sunday afternoon throughout the year in the Town Park, Stockham Lane, Runcorn.

The park has a free children's play area with picnic tables, and refreshments are available from the Ski Centre next to the main station.

contact number: call on 01928 701965 from 12:30.

or go to our Facebook Page at - facebook.com/HaltonMR

Rides are just a Donation

There is no charge for the train ride, but a donation towards our costs is appreciated

10 minutes ride, 1 mile railway

Opened in 1979, the railway is run entirely by volunteers, 1 mile railway

UK first 7 1/4" gauge railway to be

UK first 7 1/4" gauge railway to be 1 mile long, in 2024 we have 12 loco and 14 coachs

Facilities

Toilets
Onsite Parking
Dog Friendly
Pushchair Friendly
Card Payments Accepted

Opening Times

Regular Times

Monday, Closed
Tuesday, Closed
Wednesday, Closed
Thursday, Closed
Friday, Closed
Saturday, 13:00 - 16:00
Sunday, 13:00 - 16:00

Special Days

Friday, April 18 2025: 13:00 - 16:00

Monday, April 21 2025: 13:00 - 16:00

21/04/25

Steam loco running (times off running TBC)

Winter Time (November - February)(Limited weekends)

Saturday to Sunday 13:30 - 15:30

Spring/Summer Time (March - October)

Saturday to Sunday 13:00 - 16:00

August

Thursday 13:00 - 16:00

Saturday to Sunday 13:00 - 16:00

Bank Holidays

Monday 13:00 - 16:00

New Year's Day 12:00 - 15:00

Pricing & Tickets

General Admission

Child (4-17) : Free
Adult (17-18+) : Free

General Admission
All Ages: no charge for the train ride but donations are welcome to help us cover the costs

Book in advance for cheapest tickets

Find other attractions similar to Halton Miniature Railway by visiting our attraction tickets section.

Plan Your Visit

Typical visit time 1 - 2 hours

Suitable for Kids and Adults too

FAQs

Parking

: Yes, there is parking.
At the Ski Centre, this is next door to the Railway
: No, there is no parking fees.
: There is on-site parking available
: No, parking can not be pre-booked or reserved.
: Yes, there are accessible spaces for visitors with disabilities.

Toilets

: Yes, there are toilets available to the public.
At the Ski Centre
: Yes, there are baby changing facilities available
: Yes, there are accessible toilets available

Family Friendly Options

: Yes, there are baby changing facilities.
: No, prams are not allowed.
: Yes, all areas are pushchair friendly.
pushchairs can not go on to the trains, you will have to leave them on the station
: No, there are no designated areas to store pushchairs when not in use.
: Yes, there are breastfeeding rooms available.
: Yes, Halton Miniature Railway is dog friendly
Yes, But only small dogs can go on the train
: No, well behaved dogs can be off lead.
: No, all dog types are allowed.
: No, water stations are not available for dogs.
: No, there is no fee for bringing a dog.

Food & Drink

: Yes there is dining and snack options.
At the Ski Centre
: Yes, guest are allowed to bring their own food
: No, there are no restrictions on food that can be brought in.
: Yes, there are designated areas available for eating.
: No, there is no place to warm up food.
: For a typical family of 4, food and drink costs around £1.
: No, high chairs are not available for kids.

Accessibility Information

: No, all areas are not wheelchair accessible.
: No, ramps and lifts are not available.
: No, wheelchairs cannot be rented.
: No, special assistance is not available.

Tickets & Bookings

: No, Halton Miniature Railway had stated that you do not need to pre-book.

Private Hire & Birthday Parties

: No, there is no private hire at Halton Miniature Railway.
We can not offer private hire etc, right now

Contact Details

Get Directions

Town Park
Stockham Lane
Palacefields
Runcorn
Cheshire
WA7 6PT
England

To The Mainline Railway from Main Line Railway Stations in Runcorn: Runcorn East stn (about 10mins walk) Runcorn stn (you will need a bus or Taxi, to get to us)(Arriva Bus routes 110, 79c, 82A & X4 to Runcorn Palacefields)(buses will have to Runcorn (Murdishaw) or Windmill Hill on there destination)

Tel: 01928701965

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Last Updated: 18:00 12/05/2025

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Halton Miniature Railway

About Halton Miniature Railway

Rides are just a Donation

10 minutes ride, 1 mile railway

UK first 7 1/4" gauge railway to be

Facilities

Opening Times

Pricing & Tickets

Plan Your Visit

FAQs

Parking

Toilets

Family Friendly Options

Food & Drink

Accessibility Information

Tickets & Bookings

Private Hire & Birthday Parties

Contact Details

Verification & Last Updated

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