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Pinewood Miniature Railway

Wokingham, United Kingdom•4.7(144)•Playground, Theme Park

Ride miniature trains through woodland on a half-mile railway track, delighting children of all ages with special birthday parties and seasonal events.

Pinewood (Wokingham) Miniature Railway has been operating for nearly 40 years as a volunteer-run, not-for-profit organization. The railway features dual-gauge track (5" and 7¼") that winds through delightful Berkshire woodland for nearly half a mile at ground level, offering visitors an authentic miniature railway experience. The venue is open to the public on the third Sunday of each month from March to October (1:30pm-4pm), with extended hours in November (11am-3pm). Families can enjoy train rides suitable for all ages, from infants to adults. Beyond the railway itself, Pinewood Leisure Centre hosts additional family attractions including a children's adventure playground, woodland walks, pond dipping facilities, and a fitness trail. For special occasions, the railway offers birthday party packages where groups can have exclusive use of the railway for 2 hours. Seasonal special events include popular Santa Specials during the festive period. The venue is pushchair-friendly and welcomes visitors from age 0+, making it accessible for families with very young children. Free car parking is available on-site.
OFFICIAL WEBSITE

Opening Hours

Monday: Closed
Tuesday: Closed
Wednesday: Closed
Thursday: Closed
Friday: Closed
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: 13:30 – 16:00

Venue Details

Venue Type

Outdoor

Typical visit duration

1-3 hours

Booking

Walk-in

Recommended ages

0 months (newborn)+

What this place offers

ToiletsToilets
Public transportPublic transport nearby
Accessible toilets
Free WiFi
Baby changingBaby changing facilities
Food available
On-site parking
🐕Dog-friendly
Parking nearby
Pushchair friendlyPushchair friendly
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4.7(144 reviews)
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Samantha Bowers

Samantha Bowers

8 months ago

What a lovely place! I brought my son here last year to attend a Raceway event organised by his Scouts group. Brilliant! Saw online that they open the miniature railway to the public every 3rd Sunday of the month between 10am and 3pm. At £1.50pp/ride I thought it would be a nice thing to do with my daughter (7) and son (12). The ride on miniature trains are beautiful and the ride itself is well worth the £1.50 each. The centre also has a couple of woodland based play parks. One suitable for younger children, the other suited to the more physical and adventurous. It has a great assault course for the children to enjoy (even the adult children). We stopped off at the onsite clubhouse style bar/cafe. There was a young pre-teen birthday party going on in their function room with great music choices. I had a can of coke, git my son a bottle of lucozade and my daughter a hot chocolate... when her hot chocolate came out it had squinty cream, mini marshmallows and a flake with it... my son decided he wanted one too so got him one along with some scampi fries and bacon fries (typical bar snack). They are a dog friendly venue and had two inhouse pooches wondering around and looking cute. They also had their resident parrot (Charlie) squawking away as you come in and leave (no fingers, he bites). My only negative point is that they had a Cappaccino Milkshake advertised on the counter but didn't have the flavouring available so I had to miss out this time. I will definitely be going back there again with my children. The centre also doubles as a sports leisure centre but I am not sure what facilities they provide as sports is not my thing. The area is surrounded by a jumber of woodland walks too. (Doggy friendly). Well worth looking them up for a simple afternoon out with the family.

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Sasha Boonwaat

Sasha Boonwaat

a year ago

A fun short of a mile long mini railway 🛤 track great for adults and children. A run ride around spot the fairy doors and gnomes around the track. They're also advertising a special ride for Christmas with santa 🎅 at 10. A ticket 🎟 They sell single rides or 4 rides for 5.00 It is a fun place to experience ✨️ for old and young there's a dog friendly cafe not far from the mini railway about 3mins to walk if that

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thushti sri

thushti sri

2 years ago

Such a cute place .. I was more excited than my one year old daughter.. I managed two trips on different trains. Loved the experience. I will visit the place again whenever possible.

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Neeraj Acharya

Neeraj Acharya

4 years ago

It's super nice specially for kids. There are many activities to do, Toy train 🚂 ride makes it more special, which is available once a month, so check the schedule before planning the trip.

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Jess Clifton

Jess Clifton

8 years ago

My husband, our two sons and I visited today. It is a beautiful place to go. On arrival we walked up and onto field at top of car park then had a picnic. We all attempted the trim trail and then headed to the trains where we had two rides. The boys absolutely loved it and had fun in the playground before we left for home. Recommended.

Reviews last updated: 29 September 2026

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This venue was last updated on 29 September 2026

Frequently asked questions about Pinewood Miniature Railway

Is Pinewood Miniature Railway free to visit?

Pinewood Miniature Railway is a paid attraction — see the official website for current ticket prices.

What ages is Pinewood Miniature Railway suitable for?

Pinewood Miniature Railway is suitable for visitors of all ages, from babies through to adults.

Is Pinewood Miniature Railway dog-friendly?

Dogs are not permitted at Pinewood Miniature Railway.

Is there parking at Pinewood Miniature Railway?

Yes, Pinewood Miniature Railway has on-site parking.

Is there food at Pinewood Miniature Railway?

Pinewood Miniature Railway doesn't have food on site — bring snacks or grab something nearby.

Is Pinewood Miniature Railway pushchair-friendly?

Yes, Pinewood Miniature Railway is pushchair, pram and buggy friendly — most areas are step-free so you can navigate easily with little ones in tow.

How long should we plan to spend at Pinewood Miniature Railway?

Plan 1–3 hours for a visit to Pinewood Miniature Railway.

How do I get to Pinewood Miniature Railway by public transport?

Pinewood Miniature Railway isn't on a major public transport route — driving is recommended.
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