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Elham Valley Railway Museum

Photo: anna prior

In short: Elham Valley Railway Museum is a museum in Folkestone, rated 4.8 out of 5 from 233 Google reviews.

Details checked · source: Google Places

About Elham Valley Railway Museum

Discover historic locomotives and railway treasures at this charming Peene museum, where fascinating transport exhibits are complemented by delightful wildlife-filled gardens perfect for family exploration.

Good to know

Parking

  • ✓Free car park
  • ✓Paid car park

Accessibility

  • ✓Accessible parking
  • ✓Accessible entrance
  • ✓Accessible toilet

Payment

  • ✓Contactless

Details via Google — worth confirming with the attraction before you travel, especially for access needs.

Photos

Photos via Google

Opening hours

Monday
Closed
Tuesday
Closed
Wednesday
Closed
Thursday
Closed
Friday
Closed
Saturday
10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Sunday
10:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Current hours may differ from the usual schedule above (e.g. holidays) — check Google Maps for today's hours.

What visitors say

Laura Stephens

Fantastic day out. So much to see and do. Great for all ages. The little train ride is lovely. Not expensive and would suit all budgets. The food is nice as well. The old dial up telephones were great to see, confused the children using a dial up!! Lovely park for little ones. The crazy golf is free and so much fun.

· via Google

Alex Ruffhead

Having been here on many occasions previously and loved it, our boy wanted to have his 4th Birthday Party here. The party was excellent value, the food was ideal and came out exactly at our requested time. The staff were great and even put a special birthday name plate on the train.

· via Google

Carina

We visited yesterday for the first time with our 3 year old and it was just the most wholesome lovely day we've had in a long time. Everyone was so welcoming and friendly and the abundance of interactive toys and elements for my son was incredible! We had a delicious breakfast too at a great price. We easily spent 5 hours there. We can't wait to come back!

· via Google

anna prior

Amazing place, would describe it as a hidden gem. If you are looking for a great day out, and something on a budget definitely the place to go. Has amazing areas for the children to play, walks to take with added information about the area on the way. The museum is fantastic, informative and interactive which is great for children (I had a 4 and 10 year old, both entertained). You can choose to spend money, (not a lot) but there are free or donation activities. Staff were polite and friendly with young people helping out, who were a delight to interact with and I was impressed with their knowledge. Genuinely left everyone having a great time, without the worry or disappointment that you had to break the bank to enjoy it.

· via Google

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Visitors say this museum offers engaging exhibitions, including a miniature Channel Tunnel display and a working model railway, along with a fun miniature train ride. They also highlight the reasonable prices, making it an inexpensive option for families, and appreciate the relaxed, pleasant environment. Guests mention the welcoming and friendly staff, who provide excellent service and helpful assistance.

Summary via Google

At a glance

Address
Peene, Folkestone, CT18 8AZ Get directions
Category
Railways & Transport
Guest rating
4.8 / 5 (233 reviews)
Suitable for
All Ages
Setting
Indoor & outdoor
Good for children
Yes
Toilets on site
Yes
Destination
Folkestone

Quick answers

What are the opening hours of Elham Valley Railway Museum?

Elham Valley Railway Museum is open Mon–Fri closed; Sat–Sun 10am–4pm (from its Google listing; hours can change on bank holidays, so check before you go).

Is Elham Valley Railway Museum any good?

Elham Valley Railway Museum is rated 4.8 out of 5 from 233 Google reviews.

Is Elham Valley Railway Museum good for children?

Yes, Elham Valley Railway Museum is listed as good for children.

Is Elham Valley Railway Museum indoors or outdoors?

Elham Valley Railway Museum has both indoor and outdoor areas.

What ages is Elham Valley Railway Museum suitable for?

Elham Valley Railway Museum suits all ages.

Is Elham Valley Railway Museum wheelchair accessible?

Elham Valley Railway Museum has a wheelchair-accessible entrance and an accessible toilet.

Is there parking at Elham Valley Railway Museum?

Yes: free car park and paid car park.

How do I contact Elham Valley Railway Museum?

Call Elham Valley Railway Museum on +44 1303 273014.

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