1 / 3Hornsby Model Engineers
📍 Galston, NSW
5-inch gauge miniature railway winding 1km through natural bushland, open the second Sunday of each month. Sausage sizzle on-site. Entry tickets purchased in advance; ride tickets bought on the day. Children under 18 ride free with paid adult entry.
Had a fantastic day out at the Galston Valley Railway with the Hornsby Model Engineers. The atmosphere was welcoming and friendly, and it was great to share the experience with good company. The model engines were an absolute highlight – beautifully maintained, full of character, and a real testament to the passion and skill of the people who run them. Watching them in action (and hearing those little engines chuff along the track) brought a smile to everyone’s face. A perfect mix of great people, impressive miniature engineering, and a relaxed, enjoyable setting. Highly recommend for anyone who appreciates trains or just wants a wholesome day out.
🏆 Family Action Verdict
Best for families with train-loving children of any age, and adults who appreciate precision engineering. The volunteer-run atmosphere creates a genuine community feel — guides explain the engines with real enthusiasm. Toddlers through to grandparents all find something to engage with.
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💬 What Families Are Saying
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Jamie Upton
7 months ago
“Had a fantastic day out at the Galston Valley Railway with the Hornsby Model Engineers. The atmosphere was welcoming and friendly, and it was great to share the experience with good company. The model engines were an absolute highlight – beautifully maintained, full of character, and a real testament to the passion and skill of the people who run them. Watching them in action (and hearing those little engines chuff along the track) brought a smile to everyone’s face. A perfect mix of great people, impressive miniature engineering, and a relaxed, enjoyable setting. Highly recommend for anyone who appreciates trains or just wants a wholesome day out.”
Darrel D'Costa
10 months ago
“5 Stars – A Hidden Gem for Families! Absolutely loved our visit to Hornsby Model Engineers! The mini train rides were such a hit – beautifully maintained and so much fun for both kids and adults. The staff were incredibly friendly and welcoming, creating a great family-friendly atmosphere. My kid had an amazing time and didn’t want to leave! Highly recommend for a fun day out with little ones. We’ll definitely be back!”
Prashant Vaswani
3 years ago
“Great place to spend a day with kids. Train ride is certainly a big fun for kids and adults. Its beautifully presented and well maintained place with this miniature train ride with fully functioning tracks, signals and many things around it.”
Ron Muller
2 years ago
“A great place for a day with the kids. The mini train rides are a lot of fun.”
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Overview
Hornsby Model Engineers operates an extensive 5-inch gauge miniature railway with 1km of track winding through natural bushland in Galston Valley. Sessions run the second Sunday of each month with continuous train rides, a large G1 scale layout featuring model buildings, and a sausage sizzle. Entry requires pre-purchased tickets; ride tickets are sold on the day. Under-18s enter free. Parking on-site.
