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 14th September 2026)
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SEPTEMBER 2026
Sunday 20th
RAILCAR: RM1
On Demand (11am-3pm)
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Saturday 26th
RAILCAR: RM1
On Demand (11am-3pm)
—-O—-
Sunday 27th
TRAIN: Dsa262
On the hour (11am-3pm)
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OCTOBER 2026
Thursday 1st
RAILCAR: RM1
On Demand (11am-3pm)
—-O—-
Friday 2nd
RAILCAR: RM1
On Demand (11am-3pm)
—-O—-
Saturday 3rd
RAILCAR: RM1
On Demand (11am-3pm)
—-O—-
Sunday 4th
TRAIN: Dsa262
On the hour (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)