The Nelson Railway Society is located at Founders Heritage Park, Nelson, New Zealand and currently operates a diesel locomotive, railcar, restored carriages & rolling stock. Restored Stations from Spring Grove, Tui and Wakefield Quay add to the experience of travelling on our heritage railway.

WELCOME TO THE NELSON RAILWAY SOCIETY

NEXT RUNNING DAYS
(Updated 2nd January 2026)
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JANUARY 2026
Unfortunately, due to urgent trackwork & equipment maintenance
we wish to advise that operations of the Train & Railcar
have been put on hold until further notice.
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We would like to wish you all a safe & Happy Christmas
and look forward to continuing our operation hopefully in Feb 2026.
PLEASE CHECK BACK HERE FOR THE LATEST UPDATES

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OPERATIONAL NOTES:
*Railcar - Weather dependant
Train - Wheelchair Hoist available
NRS - Has the right to refuse
passage on our train
Loco - May be subject to change
from advertised.
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ENQUIRIES RE ABOVE
Ph 027 3419787

TICKETS:
Available Wakefield Quay Station
Founders Heritage Park
Cash & EFTPOS available at
the Station.

TRAIN & RAILCAR FARES:
$6.00 Adult (14yrs & over)
$4.00 Child (3yrs & over)
Children under 3yrs Free
Cab rides
Adults $10.00
Child $5.00

CHARTERS:
Birthday Parties,
Weddings, School Trips
Ph 027 223 9766 (Jim Maguire)