# Brookside Miniature Railway, Poynton — Opening Hours, Reviews & Visitor Info

> Take a delightful miniature train journey through the grounds before exploring fascinating displays of historic railway artifacts and collectibles at this charming Poynton attraction.

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Tourist Attraction

# Brookside Miniature Railway

Brookside Garden Centre, Macclesfield Road

[View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=12557472767346788838&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA)

Photo: [Tim Bull](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/105331866566779615085)

**In short:** Brookside Miniature Railway is an attraction in Poynton, rated 4.7 out of 5 from 605 Google reviews.

Details checked 1 September 2026 · source: Google Places

## About Brookside Miniature Railway

Take a delightful miniature train journey through the grounds before exploring fascinating displays of historic railway artifacts and collectibles at this charming Poynton attraction.

## What's nearby

- Brookside Garden Centre next door
- the fishroom next door
- Tesco Esso Express 250m away
- Esso 250m away
- Fiveways Fish & Chips 300m 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** 10:30 AM – 4:00 PM

**Friday** 10:30 AM – 4:00 PM

**Saturday** 10:30 AM – 4:00 PM

**Sunday** 10:30 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

[Michael Mcelroy](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/113009893492376797433/reviews) ★★★★★

Fantastic family friendly railway line around a very nice garden centre with an excellent restaurant within. The place seems to attract SEND families it’s a little special on the train ride around lots of music fairy grotto and a pirate Cove. Good value at only £2.50 per round-trip which takes about 10 or 15 minutes.

· via Google

[Mark Longhill](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/110719444640738320557/reviews) ★★★★★

Great miniature railway, which is very reasonably priced- £2.50. Staff were very personable and good with both kids and adults. My only criticism is the length of the track. I would have liked it to be longer but it is a miniature railway!

· via Google

[Paul Peden](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/114548432484644625007/reviews) ★★★★★

If you're in the area, it is a must visit. A fantastic miniature railway. £2.50 a ride is valued for money. It is part of a garden centre, which also has everything you'd expect and more. Selling fish, a model shop for example. I had a couple hours to spend while me and family were down that way and i took my daughter along and we loved it. It isn't just a train ride, it is an adventure. With plenty to see as you go round. A fairy garden, gnomes getting up to all sorts were two highlights. The staff were passionate and friendly and it actually circles the garden centre, so much so there are crossings, where people have to wait for the train to pass whilst looking around. The garden centre has a lovely cafe and they sell great tubs of ice cream for the kids. The railway has a station house that is affiliated with Thomas the Tank engine, so it sells all the official toys etc. Although, aren't allowed to use the official name on site.

· via Google

[Sarah Edwards](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/103310750995740586563/reviews) ★★★★★

Wonderful little train journey for children (and for me too!). It's very reasonable with a little shop where you can buy the tickets as well as train related toys, badges, name tags etc. So lots of lovely trinkets for the kids, and the volunteers are friendly making it even more enjoyable for children. I've got a multi-ticket as I go so many times! Afterwards you can go to the cafe in the garden centre which is child friendly and has a good range of food.

· via Google

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Visitors say this miniature railway offers an enjoyable train ride with various themed decorations, including a fairy garden and gnomes, which children particularly like. They also highlight the reasonable prices for tickets and the friendly, enthusiastic staff. Others mention the railway is well-maintained and offers a charming experience, often part of a larger garden center visit.

Summary via Google

## At a glance

**Address** London Road North, Poynton, Stockport, SK12 1BZ [Get directions](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=53.3646988%2C-2.1132604)

**Category** Railways & Transport

**Guest rating** 4.7 / 5 (605 reviews)

**Suitable for** Ages 0-12

**Setting** Outdoor

**Good for children** Yes

**Toilets on site** Yes

**Destination** Poynton

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★ 4.7 (605 reviews)

[Visit official website](https://sites.google.com/view/brookside-railway-poynton/home?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=attraction)

[07557 228089](tel:07557228089)

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### Quick Facts

**Destination** Poynton

**Postcode** SK12 1BZ

**Payment** Cards, Contactless

**Plus Code** 9C5V9V7P+VM

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## Quick answers

### What are the opening hours of Brookside Miniature Railway?

Brookside Miniature Railway is open Mon–Wed closed; Thu–Sun 10:30am–4pm (from its Google listing; hours can change on bank holidays, so check before you go).

### Is Brookside Miniature Railway any good?

Brookside Miniature Railway is rated 4.7 out of 5 from 605 Google reviews.

### Is Brookside Miniature Railway good for children?

Yes, Brookside Miniature Railway is listed as good for children.

### Is Brookside Miniature Railway indoors or outdoors?

Brookside Miniature Railway is mainly outdoors.

### What ages is Brookside Miniature Railway suitable for?

Brookside Miniature Railway is best for ages 0-12.

### Is Brookside Miniature Railway wheelchair accessible?

Brookside Miniature Railway has a wheelchair-accessible entrance and an accessible toilet.

### Is there parking at Brookside Miniature Railway?

Yes: free car park.

### How do I contact Brookside Miniature Railway?

Call Brookside Miniature Railway on +44 7818 070723.

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