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
New running days added
we are back in Operation!
(Updated 21st May 2026)
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MAY 2026
*Railcar Rm1 - Saturday 3oth May
11am - 3pm
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*Railcar Rm1 - Sunday 31st May
11am - 3pm
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JUNE 2026
*Railcar Rm1 - Monday 1st June
11am - 3pm
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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
Ph027 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)