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Mizens Railway (Woking Miniature Railway Society)

📍 Woking, Greater London

4.7(383 Google reviews)👶1+

7-inch gauge miniature railway operating through 10 acres of wooded grounds near Woking. Two routes available: the Suburban (three-quarter mile) and the Miler (one mile). Birthday party packages with private platforms, plus winter Santa events.

Volunteer runTwo scenic routesTrain enthusiastsSanta eventsBirthday partiesIce cream on-site
★★★★★Featured review by Lorena Anei

We spent a lovely day at the railway today. Both adults and children really enjoyed it. For 2 rides we paid for 3 adults and 2 kids 25 pounds and 10 pounds for ice creams which was not much. We enjoyed to stay and watch the trains while we had the ice creams. I recommend to go early as soon as they open as the queues become bigger around 3.

🏆 Family Action Verdict

Best for families with train-loving children of any age who want a longer ride than most miniature railways offer. The Miler route in particular gives a proper woodland journey rather than a short loop. Volunteer enthusiasm is genuine and adds warmth to the experience.

ℹ️ What to Know Before You Go

💡Arrive at opening time to avoid afternoon queues
The Miler route covers a full mile through woodland — choose it over the Suburban if time allows
🎟️Hot drinks, snacks, and ice cream available on-site between rides
🚗Seating areas let you watch trains as waiting — worth factoring into your visit plan

💬 What Families Are Saying

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4.7

383 Google reviews

Enthusiastic volunteer staff40%
Long scenic routes35%
Good value for rides25%
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Lorena Anei

7 months ago

We spent a lovely day at the railway today. Both adults and children really enjoyed it. For 2 rides we paid for 3 adults and 2 kids 25 pounds and 10 pounds for ice creams which was not much. We enjoyed to stay and watch the trains while we had the ice creams. I recommend to go early as soon as they open as the queues become bigger around 3.

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Stephen Parsons

8 months ago

Brilliant miniature railway, really well set up with some long runs. People that run it are really friendly and there's always a good atmosphere. My daughter loves it. There's hot drinks and snacks available too, as well as plenty of seating.

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Hannah F

10 months ago

Lovely afternoon visiting today! Lots to see when going around on the Miler Route. Great prices. Finished off with a little ice cream , drink from the shop. Staff very friendly amd enthusiastic. Will definitely be back.

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Andrew Bettcher

3 months ago

Parking was limited but the staff run it like a military operation and the wasn’t any delay. A great morning out.

Reviews from Google

Overview

Mizens runs on 7-inch gauge track with two distinct circuits through tree-lined grounds. The Miler route takes 10–15 minutes and passes through the fullest stretch of woodland. Volunteer crews are enthusiastic and engage with both children and adults throughout the ride. Hot drinks, snacks, and ice cream are available on-site. Seating areas allow families to watch trains between rides. Santa events run in December with a dedicated platform.

🕐 Opening Hours

Monday10:30 – 17:00

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