Things to do The Plains Railway & Historical Museum
The Plains Railway & Historical Museum
11.00 am - 4pm
About
Relive the pioneering Rail and Rural History years of Mid Canterbury visiting our Museum, complete with Village Buildings housing hundreds of exhibits; Print Works, Market, Cottage and much more. View working Stationary Engines, Vintage Tractors and machinery and enjoy a ride on our passenger service hauled by Steam Locomotive K88. Free for the Children, outdoor games and activities for Fathers Day! Dads ride free on the Passenger Service with a fare-paying Child to celebrate Fathers Day. Coffee, Snacks, Icecreams and Pizza available or bring a Picnic Lunch!
When
Sun, 07 September 2025
11.00 am - 4pm
Where
20 Maronan Road, Tinwald, Ashburton 7700
Cost
Train Fares: (gives unlimited rides on the day of purchase) Adults $15, Child $10, Pre-schoolers free. Family of 2A and 2C $40
Single Cab Ride in K88 $25 per person, enclosed footwear must be worn.