# Barnards Miniature Railway, West Horndon — Opening Hours, Reviews & Visitor Info > Take a scenic miniature train journey through West Horndon's countryside and explore charming woodland paths perfect for families seeking outdoor adventure with picnic-friendly facilities. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/west-horndon/attractions/barnards-miniature-railway (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. Tourist Attraction # Barnards Miniature Railway Barnards Farm, A128 Brentwood Road [View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=8029333287904669578&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Photo: [Barnards Miniature Railway](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/106506571321248248452) **In short:** Barnards Miniature Railway is an attraction in West Horndon, rated 4.8 out of 5 from 96 Google reviews. Details checked 1 September 2026 · source: Google Places ## About Barnards Miniature Railway Take a scenic miniature train journey through West Horndon's countryside and explore charming woodland paths perfect for families seeking outdoor adventure with picnic-friendly facilities. ## Good to know ### Accessibility - ✓Accessible parking - ✓Accessible entrance - ✓Accessible toilet - ✓Accessible seating ### 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** Closed **Sunday** 11:00 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 [Diana](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/114373342580718660889/reviews) ★★★★★ What a lovely day out for the kids big or small. The grounds are amazing we werent able to enter the main gardens. Tickets are £7.00 return journey takes approx 20mins. There's a cafe on site and toilets. · via Google [Phill Lambert](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/102527797501870340325/reviews) ★★★★★ Terrific time at the railway. We had four trains running, and thoroughly enjoyed every ride. The staff were all very friendly, and made us extremely welcome. The grounds and gardens looked amazing. Overall, a fantastic time. Spent in an amazing space. · via Google [Julie Cameron](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/114494978486761202177/reviews) ★★★★★ Fantastic afternoon at such a beautiful park!! Miniature Railway was fab as well as seeing the wonderful car & bike collection!! Highly recommend a visit check the website for opening times though 😀 · via Google [Andrew Bosio (Wolf79)](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/103029493314789080531/reviews) ★★★★★ Wow...what a little gem!! Found it by luck when we where at the show ground close by. My whole family love those little trains disel/steam powered amd with a beautiful surroundings is the oerfect olace for a while day out. · via Google [See all reviews on Google →](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m4!3m3!1s0x47d8b8bed8b807c9:0x6f6dec1588c6ef8a!9m1!1b1?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) ## At a glance **Address** Barnards Farm, Brentwood Road, West Horndon, Brentwood, CM13 3LX [Get directions](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=51.5656877%2C0.3569386) **Category** Railways & Transport **Guest rating** 4.8 / 5 (96 reviews) **Suitable for** All Ages **Setting** Outdoor **Good for children** Yes **Toilets on site** Yes **Destination** West Horndon [More attractions in West Horndon](https://staycation.co.uk/west-horndon/attractions) ★ 4.8 (96 reviews) [Visit official website](https://www.barnardsminiaturerailway.eu?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=attraction) [0700 349 7209](tel:07003497209) (please mention staycation.co.uk when calling) ### Quick Facts **Destination** West Horndon **Postcode** CM13 3LX **Payment** Cards, Contactless **Plus Code** 9F32H984+7Q [Directions ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/dir//''/data=!4m7!4m6!1m1!4e2!1m2!1m1!1s0x47d8b8bed8b807c9:0x6f6dec1588c6ef8a!3e0?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) [More photos on Google ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m3!3m2!1s0x47d8b8bed8b807c9:0x6f6dec1588c6ef8a!10e5?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) [Write a review ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m3!3m2!1s0x47d8b8bed8b807c9:0x6f6dec1588c6ef8a!12e1?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) ### 🏨 Places to stay near West Horndon Hotels, B&Bs and self-catering on Booking.com, with live prices. 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Barnards Miniature Railway suits all ages. ### Is Barnards Miniature Railway wheelchair accessible? Barnards Miniature Railway has a wheelchair-accessible entrance and an accessible toilet. ### How do I contact Barnards Miniature Railway? 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