1 / 3Haigh Model Railway
📍 Wigan, North West
Wigan & District Model Engineering Society's 530-metre miniature railway in Haigh Woodland Park. Running since 1949 with rideable live steam locomotives on select days. Free park entry, small charge for rides.
Haigh Hall Miniature Railway (HHMR) is a 15 in (381 mm) gauge miniature railway, situated in the grounds of Haigh Country Park in Haigh, Greater Manchester, England. The railway officially re-opened on 20 April 2014, but it had run trains under a new operator since late July 2013, running shuttle services between two stations; Haigh Hall North and Haigh Hall South. The full 1 mile (1.6 km) circuit was re-opened in early 2014. The railway first opened in 1986 under different operators; it runs over the same general track layout, but some alterations have been made over time. HHMR's two resident locomotives are Helen and Rachel, they have been a part of the railway for some time. The Railway recently took delivery of two new locomotives from the Cleethorpes Coast Light Railway; The Cub (otherwise known as John) and KD-1. KD-1 is a long term restoration project, but The Cub is on loan to Haigh Hall for a general overhaul and running in. KD-1 was previously known as the Rapido Railcar. It is under a fast-track overhaul to a fully operational locomotive. It was once part of a four-car unit, the three other carriages are beyond repair, so they are being stripped of parts in order to make KD-1 serviceable as a locomotive. What is left of the other vehicles will be used as flat wagons for the railway's permanent-way train. The railway runs passenger services 11am - 4 pm Saturdays, Sundays, Bank Holidays and school holidays. Tickets cost £1 for all ages and free for under 2 year olds.
🏆 Family Action Verdict
Best for families with train-enthusiast children aged 3 and up who will genuinely appreciate live steam engines. The volunteer crew are friendly and knowledgeable. The 25-minute walk from parking is manageable for school-age children and a real consideration with toddlers in tow.
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💬 What Families Are Saying
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penny sung
4 years ago
“Haigh Hall Miniature Railway (HHMR) is a 15 in (381 mm) gauge miniature railway, situated in the grounds of Haigh Country Park in Haigh, Greater Manchester, England. The railway officially re-opened on 20 April 2014, but it had run trains under a new operator since late July 2013, running shuttle services between two stations; Haigh Hall North and Haigh Hall South. The full 1 mile (1.6 km) circuit was re-opened in early 2014. The railway first opened in 1986 under different operators; it runs over the same general track layout, but some alterations have been made over time. HHMR's two resident locomotives are Helen and Rachel, they have been a part of the railway for some time. The Railway recently took delivery of two new locomotives from the Cleethorpes Coast Light Railway; The Cub (otherwise known as John) and KD-1. KD-1 is a long term restoration project, but The Cub is on loan to Haigh Hall for a general overhaul and running in. KD-1 was previously known as the Rapido Railcar. It is under a fast-track overhaul to a fully operational locomotive. It was once part of a four-car unit, the three other carriages are beyond repair, so they are being stripped of parts in order to make KD-1 serviceable as a locomotive. What is left of the other vehicles will be used as flat wagons for the railway's permanent-way train. The railway runs passenger services 11am - 4 pm Saturdays, Sundays, Bank Holidays and school holidays. Tickets cost £1 for all ages and free for under 2 year olds.”
Kitkat S
a year ago
“Nice little steam engines, kids loved it and the staff are very friendly. Thankyou 😀🚂”
Eoj Repooc
a year ago
“Grate little experience”
Raymond Cheung
a year ago
“Nice people”
Reviews from Google
Overview
The miniature railway at Haigh Woodland Park has run since 1949 and features 3.5-inch and 5-inch gauge live steam locomotives on a 530-metre circuit. The railway operates on Wednesdays, Sundays, bank holidays, and school holidays, run by volunteers. The walk from Haigh Hall car park to the railway takes around 25 minutes — longer with a pushchair. Families combining the railway with the wider Haigh Country Park get good value from the trip.
