Ride The Train

Train ride fun at Founders

Train ride fun at Founders

Nelson Railway Society

March 2025 Train Times: (A wheelchair hoist is available on the Train.)

  • Sunday 16th
  • Sunday 23rd

March 2025 Railcar Times:

  • Saturday 1st
  • Sunday 2nd
  • Saturday 8th
  • Sunday 9th
  • Saturday 15th
  • Saturday 22nd
  • Saturday 29th
  • Sunday 30th

Train and Railcar run from 11am
Railcar runs weather permitting

Get ready to embark on a railway adventure that's as zesty as a lemonade stand on a summer day! The Nelson Railway Society, once known as the Grand Tapawera Railroad Co. (because who doesn't love a grand name?), hatched this brilliant plan back in the rad '80s. Originally dreaming of laying tracks at Kohatu, they hit the brakes in 1991 and decided to relocate the rail magic to the Founders Heritage Park. It's a train-tastic journey with twists, turns, and a sprinkle of '90s nostalgia – all aboard the Founders express!

Adult $6, Children $4, Under 3y Free 

To make a booking call Jim 027 223 9766