East Herts Miniature Railway
The Van Hage Garden
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In short: East Herts Miniature Railway is an attraction in Ware, rated 4.9 out of 5 from 327 Google reviews.
Details checked · source: Google Places
About East Herts Miniature Railway
Take the family for a delightful ride aboard miniature steam, diesel and electric trains at this charming railway in Ware's Van Hage Garden, complete with refreshments and full facilities onsite.
What's nearby
- Greenhouse People Hertford next door
- Chelsfield Solar next door
- Van Hage Great Amwell next door
- Grow Walkies - Amwell 150m away
- SEH BAC 200m away
Distances as the crow flies, via Google
Good to know
Parking
- ✓Free car park
Accessibility
- ✓Accessible parking
- ✓Accessible entrance
- ✓Accessible toilet
Payment
- ✓Credit cards
- ✓Debit cards
- ✓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
- 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Sunday
- 10:30 AM – 4:30 PM
Current hours may differ from the usual schedule above (e.g. holidays) — check Google Maps for today's hours.
What visitors say
A fabulous local gem. The railway is well-maintained and runs a stream locomotive together with a diesel on busy days. There can be a wait depending on time of day. For £1.50 per person (cash or card) it's a must-visit while you're at Van Hage.
· via Google
Underpriced! Only £1.50!? An amazing little gem in east Herts. We visited on Sat 14 September. It was busy but that only added to the experience for our 1 year old. We went on three times, and there were three different trains running. Very professionally run, clear safety protocols in place, and a fun couple of hours for us. Choo choo!
· via Google
On a trip back home we decided to make a detour... the East Herts Miniature Railway is located in the rather large Van Hage Garden Centre. It takes a bit of navigating to get through the garden centre out to where the railway is! There is a little ticket office where you can buy tickets (card thankfully accepted!) The railway itself has been set up really nicely, a trip through a tunnel and a ride over a pond included! The volunteers were great and friendly with the kids, and the steam train did a great job getting us round the track! It was raining on our visit so we got a little wet, but the station area where you get on etc. was nice and dry. A really great miniature railway, and for the kids (and me!) it made the visit to a garden centre worthwhile!
· via Google
Great little railway inside Van Hage Garden Centre. Run by volunteers and funded by admission fee of £1.50 per ride per passenger. Kids love it, although it only lasts about 10 mins.
· via Google
Visitors say this miniature railway offers an enjoyable experience for both children and adults, featuring well-maintained trains and two varied loops. They also highlight the reasonable pricing and the friendly, enthusiastic staff and volunteers. Others mention it's a peaceful and fun attraction, with some income supporting local charities.
Summary via Google
At a glance
- Address
- Pepper Hill, Great Amwell, Ware, SG12 9RP Get directions
- Category
- Railways & Transport
- Guest rating
- 4.9 / 5 (327 reviews)
- Suitable for
- All Ages
- Setting
- Outdoor
- Good for children
- Yes
- Toilets on site
- Yes
- Destination
- Ware
Quick answers
What are the opening hours of East Herts Miniature Railway?
East Herts Miniature Railway is open Mon–Fri closed; Sat 11am–5pm; Sun 10:30am–4:30pm (from its Google listing; hours can change on bank holidays, so check before you go).
Is East Herts Miniature Railway any good?
East Herts Miniature Railway is rated 4.9 out of 5 from 327 Google reviews.
Is East Herts Miniature Railway good for children?
Yes, East Herts Miniature Railway is listed as good for children.
Is East Herts Miniature Railway indoors or outdoors?
East Herts Miniature Railway is mainly outdoors.
What ages is East Herts Miniature Railway suitable for?
East Herts Miniature Railway suits all ages.
Is East Herts Miniature Railway wheelchair accessible?
East Herts Miniature Railway has a wheelchair-accessible entrance and an accessible toilet.
Is there parking at East Herts Miniature Railway?
Yes: free car park.
How do I contact East Herts Miniature Railway?
Call East Herts Miniature Railway on +44 7455 852575.