Eastbourne Miniature Steam Railway
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I love this place. It is run by Mike and his amazingly lovely family. They have a real passion for what they do. No its not Alton Towers but it is a place with a heart built on the families desire to produce a genuine experiuence for families of for individuals. The level of finish on all things in the place is stunning. The whole environment was built with love and care. It is wonderful value and a real place worty of a visit I advise everyone to go
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This is an excellent attraction for young boys (and older boys) where we sit on the miniature train and ride around a little park area. Nice tea and cake follows!
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Lovely family attraction ... Every time we go to the South Coast the kids insist that we visit the Eastbourne Miniature Steam Railway Adventure Park. It is largely outdoor so I'd recommend having waterproofs in the car - just in case.
The EMSR was a labour of love for the Wadey family with the dream in 1986 to convert a field into the beautiful attraction that it is today; the story is depicted in words and pictures in "The Sidings" - a train shed that houses some Hornby miniature trains and tables to have a picnic.
Outside "The Sidings" is the adventure playground with plenty to amuse toddlers and kids - enough to tire the most energetic kid and if not enough - take them on the nature walk around the fields and lake and let them look at nature and the anglers catching fish!
The actual miniature trains provide rides through the lush green park continuously throughout te day. Ride time is about 5 minutes and it's lovely!
There is a kiosk selling tea, coffee and snacks and plenty of seating for parents watching kids and passing time. The kiosk is located next to the shop - plenty to satisfy 1) any train mad kid and 2) any budget.
The facilities are clean and the staff are polite and helpful.
I'd highly recommend this as a half day trip for families with children. Priced at £25.50 in August 2012 for a family ticket with unlimited train rides (2 adults, 2 children) this is good value combined with good healthy entertainment value.
The EMSR was a labour of love for the Wadey family with the dream in 1986 to convert a field into the beautiful attraction that it is today; the story is depicted in words and pictures in "The Sidings" - a train shed that houses some Hornby miniature trains and tables to have a picnic.
Outside "The Sidings" is the adventure playground with plenty to amuse toddlers and kids - enough to tire the most energetic kid and if not enough - take them on the nature walk around the fields and lake and let them look at nature and the anglers catching fish!
The actual miniature trains provide rides through the lush green park continuously throughout te day. Ride time is about 5 minutes and it's lovely!
There is a kiosk selling tea, coffee and snacks and plenty of seating for parents watching kids and passing time. The kiosk is located next to the shop - plenty to satisfy 1) any train mad kid and 2) any budget.
The facilities are clean and the staff are polite and helpful.
I'd highly recommend this as a half day trip for families with children. Priced at £25.50 in August 2012 for a family ticket with unlimited train rides (2 adults, 2 children) this is good value combined with good healthy entertainment value.
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The children love this park with so many slides and swings and climbing frames. I have seen this park packed with children and at other times very quiet. There is room for everyone. Lovely walk along the lakeside with views of the Downs. The steam train ride is great. The cafe does not sell chips or burgers but sandwiches, coffee, cold drinks etc. We love this park and it is not bad value.
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There is something for everyone here, Nice pretty setting.Safe environment. Lovely play areas,picnic areas,cafe & train ride wonderful.
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Great for train lovers and whole family
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A great play park and nature walk with mini steam trains that the kids love. Good value and very charming. Cafe could do with a few more interesting options - bread rolls are the cheap soft variety and it's a fairly limited selection overall but you can bring a picnic and just buy cold or hot drinks at the cafe so it's not a problem. Annual passes are great value if you live nearby and plan on going more than twice a year.
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Very good operating staff very pleasant and helpful and they catered for all weathers with carriages open or closed
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so simple and such good value for money - you never feel like you are being over charged for a cup of tea like you do at most places!! The yearly membership is great value too. Lovely family own and run it.
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We go week after week. The kids love it. Perfect for 2-10 yr olds. Lots to do.
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Great family run attraction ideal for young children to play safely and see trains. The train ride goes round a beautiful lake, which you can also walk round. Worth a visit, cafe for food good value.
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EMSR is based around a fairly large lake. Train trips around the lake take about 10 minutes. In quiet times you will be towed by a diesel engine, but in the peak times it is real steam - great! As well as the train rides there are numerous miniature railway layouts that you can watch working (for 20p - bring plenty). There are also swings, slides and other entertainments for children. There are plenty of places for a pleasant picnic and also a very reasonably priced cafe (outside only - you need good weather). You must also save some money for the shop, which has all sorts of things to do with trains, from a whistle for less than a pound up to a large train set for £250.
When you arrive, pay the extra for unlimited rides - it is well worth it, and you will almost certainly want more than one ride anyway.
When you arrive, pay the extra for unlimited rides - it is well worth it, and you will almost certainly want more than one ride anyway.
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Great for kids of all ages.....a really long track with lots to see
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Childrens playground particularly good for all ages
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This ia a family run attraction which is just fab..its clean, tidy and really friendly...good well priced food, but also great for picnics. The play areas which there are 3, are just great...the under 5's play area has 5 wooden playhouse which lovely..there's a beautiful walk around a large lake which take you to another play area. Now not forgetting the train...from the "tickets please - to all aboard" this place is TOP CLASS.
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took my young son here and althogh he was very small...the whole family had a great time!!!! loved it!! worth every penny!!!!
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It is a good place to go for the day with children as there is lots to do.
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The trains are in superb condition and clearly well maintained by the dedicated staff. The journeys are regular (multi-journey ticket available too) and a group route all round the huge area. Refreshments are fine for snacks, ice creams and hot drinks - would recommend bringing a pack lunch if you are going for longer than a half-day. There is also a small (adventure) play area for the younger children. All in all a perfect way to spend a sunny day.
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Went to EMSR for the first time ever last week, I have three boys ageing from 3-8yrs.
Cost me £25 (there abouts) to get in on a unlimited train ride pass....a tad too much if I'm honest.
The train was good but it is what it is, One big circle ride with a few whistles and a tunnel, saying that though my 3 & 6yr old liked it, once was enough for my eldest son.
The play area has maybe 15 obstacles (swings,roundabout,climbing walls etc) and an area for little ones. Some local parks are just as good and free.
my children played for a good four hours but with the aid of bringing along there own nerfs and meeting with friends, had we'd gone alone it prob would've been an hour max.
I do agree the annual pass (NOT all year)
Is good value £12.50pp but it is really only somewhere you can go in good weather.
The cafe hut was ok value.
Toilets were very clean.
Staff were lovely.
Going by other reviews though it appears they always invest in improving.
I will visit again but only when meeting friends and just with my littlun.
Cost me £25 (there abouts) to get in on a unlimited train ride pass....a tad too much if I'm honest.
The train was good but it is what it is, One big circle ride with a few whistles and a tunnel, saying that though my 3 & 6yr old liked it, once was enough for my eldest son.
The play area has maybe 15 obstacles (swings,roundabout,climbing walls etc) and an area for little ones. Some local parks are just as good and free.
my children played for a good four hours but with the aid of bringing along there own nerfs and meeting with friends, had we'd gone alone it prob would've been an hour max.
I do agree the annual pass (NOT all year)
Is good value £12.50pp but it is really only somewhere you can go in good weather.
The cafe hut was ok value.
Toilets were very clean.
Staff were lovely.
Going by other reviews though it appears they always invest in improving.
I will visit again but only when meeting friends and just with my littlun.
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a lovely small train ride that children of all ages can enjoy
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Friendly staff, reasonable prices, well maintained.
A couple mre activities would make it perfect!
A couple mre activities would make it perfect!
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This is a great hang out joint. The owners take real pride in the place and invest heavily in developing it. We have lost days there!!!!! I have all boys aged from 1yr up to 17yrs and they ALL love it - even now! If you're local or not, consider buying an annual ticket as it's well worth it (2011 was £12.50 per head), the play area is split for littleies and bigguns, clean, accessible loos, great picnic area and the extra machines are great at 20p! Gerast cafe area, reasonably priced, attentive staff......... need I go on! the only down side is that it shuts Nov-Easter so we have to find somewhere else to go, BUT we know that when we return come Easter the owners would have invested even further in the winter months.......... steam on down!
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The Wade family run and own this park it is brilliant good for the kids who love the train and the play park which is clean and well looked after.Every thing is at a reasonable price the Cafe supplies good food and is priced sensibly. Well work avist in the sprin and summer
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Greast fun for kids and adults wholike miniature trains. Good play park and nice cafe, though not a placew to go in bad weather
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My little girl (nearly 2) loves EMSR and we have the annual ticket which is a complete bargain at £12.50 (free entry to the park and discount on the rides). There is a dedicated area for under 5s with playhouses, swings, a playframe with scramble net and slide and some rockers. The main playarea has loads to entertain your children with roundabouts, slides and toys galore. There is a beautiful nature walk round the fishing lake where your little ones can wave to the London train passing at the bottom of the park.
Mike has a fab selection of trains for you to ride, Rachel and her team serve delicious food at a very reasonable cost from the on site cafe and very importantly the loos and baby changing are immaculate at all times. The shop sells a nice selection of railway themed items both for children and grown ups
Absolutely the best attraction in Eastbourne by miles run by a family who really care about their customers. Thanks Rachel & Mike - from Fiona and Kitty
Mike has a fab selection of trains for you to ride, Rachel and her team serve delicious food at a very reasonable cost from the on site cafe and very importantly the loos and baby changing are immaculate at all times. The shop sells a nice selection of railway themed items both for children and grown ups
Absolutely the best attraction in Eastbourne by miles run by a family who really care about their customers. Thanks Rachel & Mike - from Fiona and Kitty
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