Tamwell Motel

Tamworth Miniature Trains, Botanical Gardens

Parks and Gardens
  • Adventure
  • Experience is charged
  • Family
  • History & Heritage
  • Nature & Wildlife
Members of the public are invited to ride the trains on the third Sunday of each month between 10am and 3pm. "Sausage sizzle" and refreshments are available. Children under 7 must be accompanied by a responsible person.
$3 – $3
Rides for people of all ages are just $3 each, and you can join the Toot Toot Club with a dozen rides, T-shirt and certificate for just $20.
  • Child

Highlights

  • Explore two 600-metre tracks featuring tunnels and a Bailey bridge for thrilling family adventures.
  • Savour stunning views across East Tamworth from the Oxley Loop, perfect for memorable photo opportunities.
  • Relax at the Picnic Pavilion, equipped with barbecue facilities for a delightful outdoor dining experience.
  • Discover the rich history of Tamworth's Miniature Railway, with unique tunnels crafted from recycled grain silos.
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The Tamworth Miniature Trains features two 600 metre dual-gauge (5 inch and 7¼ inch) tracks in concentric circuits with a four platform station and the ticket office, a 10-metre tunnel, fully serviced steaming bays, a loading traverser, and rolling stock storage. An additional 400-metre Oxley loop features an 18-metre Bailey bridge, and a second 10-metre tunnel.

A secure workshop, loco store, signal box, and Club rooms augment the miniature railway and provide facilities for Club meetings, loco and equipment storage, and workshop equipment and maintenance facilities.

The Picnic Pavilion provides undercover and outdoor seating and tables and is complete with a barbecue to meet the culinary needs of both our younger and older visitors alike.

Tamworth’s Miniature Railway was the first oval-shaped 280 metre track completed for operation in April 2005. The tunnels were built from former Fielder’s metal grain silos which had been located in Sydney and then in Tamworth.

The Oxley Loop boasts spectacular views across East Tamworth and out to the airport some ten kilometres away and features an 18 metre World War II vintage Bailey Bridge.

Situated in the scenic hills of East Tamworth, in Victoria Park, adjacent to the Tamworth Regional Botanical Gardens at the top end of Piper Street.

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4.8 / 5 37 Google reviews

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Accreditations

  • NSW – New England North West

Features

  • Cafe
  • Carpark
  • Coach Parking
  • Family Friendly
  • Lawn / Gardens
  • Non Smoking
  • Picnic Area
  • Public Toilet
  • Shop / Gift Shop

Tags

  • Adventure
  • Experience is charged
  • Family
  • History & Heritage
  • Nature & Wildlife
Accessibility

Disabled access available, contact operator for details.

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