Kerrisdale Mountain Railway
Kerrisdale Mountain Railway
4.9
Monday
Closed
Tuesday
Closed
Wednesday
Closed
Thursday
Closed
Friday
Closed
Saturday
Closed
Sunday
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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Tourist railway and steam museum in the foot of the Tallarook Ranges, approximately one hour North of Melbourne CBD. The 2 foot (610 mm) railway has a 35 minute return train journey to 'Summit Station' with panoramic views of the whole of the Upper Goulburn Valley and beyond. After each train journey there is a guided tour of the steam museum, locomotive sheds and workshop. There is a kiosk, disabled facilities, fun for all ages and stages. Sunday there are trains at 11 am & 12 noon. Friday, Saturday & Monday there is one train (phone bookings only and minimum numbers apply). Phone Jennifer if you require more details or to make a booking 0407823739. We specialise in large groups on any day of the week by prior arrangement. We are generally closed on Christmas Day, New Years' Eve & New Years' Day & Good Friday and the month of June each year. Watch for the brown tourist signs at 7523 Goulburn Valley Highway, Kerrisdale (halfway between Seymour and Yea).
Duration: 1-2 hours
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Alan L
Croydon, Australia305 contributions
Feb 2023 • Friends
Had a great time here. Andrew was really knowledgeable and informative. His helper Duncan was also very adept a demonstrating the equipment. Lots of interesting old working machinery.
The train ride is a must because at the top Andrew gives you more amazing information. There was a very tame lizard ( Heather Dragon, so Andrew says) and great views.
Have a cup of brewed coffee and a biscuit. Cheap at the price.
We stayed till all the others had gone and had a yarn with Andrew, Jennifer and Duncan. We felt really at home talking to them about all sorts of things.
This a must do if you have time on a Sunday. Remember to be there before the 11am train ride or you'll regret it.
The train ride is a must because at the top Andrew gives you more amazing information. There was a very tame lizard ( Heather Dragon, so Andrew says) and great views.
Have a cup of brewed coffee and a biscuit. Cheap at the price.
We stayed till all the others had gone and had a yarn with Andrew, Jennifer and Duncan. We felt really at home talking to them about all sorts of things.
This a must do if you have time on a Sunday. Remember to be there before the 11am train ride or you'll regret it.
Written 21 February 2023
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Glenn Ross
2 contributions
Mar 2022
My wife and I stayed at the Kerriisdale Cottage for two nights. Fantastic and met all our needs. The Railway museum and train ride was a real eye opener. Full credit to Andrew and Jenny for creating such a wonderful place. The workmanship on “Douglas” is a real eye opener to what one man’s ambition can achieve. Thank you both for a great stay, train trip and talk on the history and surrounding country side of Kerriisdale. We have already spread the word and will be back with more friends.
Written 29 March 2022
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alaina A
3 contributions
Dec 2015 • Family
We phoned and booked our carriage for 4. Our sons are 3 year olds. Andrew and Jennifer are wonderful hosts. We brought our tickets and the waited for the train to leave, was allowed photos in the engine carriage and the kids were engaged. Was a lovely family outing.
Written 28 December 2015
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cashluce
Australia96 contributions
Feb 2014 • Family
Occasionally, we all stumble across hidden gems around Victoria. Kerrisdale Mountain Railway is one of those. Located just out of Seymour, KMR brings out the kid in all of us. From the time you arrive, owners Andrew and Jennifer go out of their way to make you feel at home and provide a wonderful interactive experience. Thousands of hours of careful restoration has resulted in a museum and railway experience that is fun and educational for people of all ages. How many places can kids be taught and allowed to actual change the tracks of an old steam train? Breathtaking views just add to the place. Thoroughly recommend.
Written 24 February 2014
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littleLQ
Melbourne, Australia75 contributions
Apr 2012 • Family
Kerrisdale Mountain Railway is a great little gem, tucked away in the treetops. The gorgeous trains, grounds, track and museum are lovingly maintained and run by Andrew and Jennifer Forbes, who gave us a great welcome and lots of history about the trains. Andrew is passionate about his subject so if you're train mad, don't miss this.
Their website has beautiful photos of the short and scenic train trip, and details of events and prices.
Their website has beautiful photos of the short and scenic train trip, and details of events and prices.
Written 20 April 2012
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Michael P
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Jan 2019 • Couples
Loved the whole set up from the museum to the workshop and the train ride andrew & Jennifer were great hosts & full of knowledge on all things local & steam related well worth the visit
Written 6 January 2019
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kevin d
Melbourne, Australia70 contributions
Nov 2013 • Couples
If in the seymour area visit the Kerrisdale mountain railway which is a small guage railway winding around a hillside on the owners property.Kangaroos everywhere on our visit .Not open every day but a must for train fans and all kids. Good little museum and you can appreciate the work owner has put into this.Tea and coffee available
Written 22 June 2014
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Tuhin C
Carrum Downs, Australia38 contributions
Nov 2019 • Couples
A gem hidden in the middle of rolling hills.
Great spot for family, kids and even adults like us to enjoy the beauty and take in the serenity of the hills, red gum trees and antiques with history which Andrew is very happy to share.. Found out the history about "Furphy".
Would highly recommend and we will be back in Feb'20 to ride the steam engine.
Great spot for family, kids and even adults like us to enjoy the beauty and take in the serenity of the hills, red gum trees and antiques with history which Andrew is very happy to share.. Found out the history about "Furphy".
Would highly recommend and we will be back in Feb'20 to ride the steam engine.
Written 16 November 2019
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Miklor54
Southport12 contributions
July 2019 • Family
What a great day! Couple who ran the railway were lovely and very informative. Took us through the museum with hands on for the kids. Train ride was great views were spectacular! Need to take cash as no EFTPOS available. Kiosk there but we did not use it. Highly recommend this place
Written 30 August 2019
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Thank you for your comments, it is always lovely to meet nice people :) Jennifer
Written 31 August 2019
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jayko2018
Greater Melbourne, Australia16 contributions
Oct 2018 • Friends
This is the private passion of Andrew & his wife.
If you at all interested in the engineering & The most accommodating couple to personally show you through every facet of the museum , the work shop & ride the train to view the surrounding country side this is a must see.
3 of us stopped by on a Sunday motorbike ride & spent a good two hours at this hidden attraction.
You wont believe what the passion of an engineer & his wife can achieve.
This was an lesson in Engineering excellence, Steam power, Motors, Local area, Landscape, History all rolled in to one.
A must see.
If you at all interested in the engineering & The most accommodating couple to personally show you through every facet of the museum , the work shop & ride the train to view the surrounding country side this is a must see.
3 of us stopped by on a Sunday motorbike ride & spent a good two hours at this hidden attraction.
You wont believe what the passion of an engineer & his wife can achieve.
This was an lesson in Engineering excellence, Steam power, Motors, Local area, Landscape, History all rolled in to one.
A must see.
Written 7 October 2018
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Thank you very much for your review, we are glad you all enjoyed our little piece of 'paradise' :) Happy and safe biking, Andrew and Jennifer. Of course we will see you again sometime.
Written 8 October 2018
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Hello pricing is as follows: 35 minute train journey followed by a demonstration of the engines in the museum.
Adults $15, Pensioner $12, Children $10. We are having an Easter Steamfest which is this Saturday, Sunday & Monday it gets very busy, so I recommend you ring me to make a booking:)
We will be running trains @ 11, 12, 1, 2 & 3 pm each day. I am also doing a luncheon package which is a gourmet beef sausage, buttered bread and a choice of any drink for $6.
Over to you.
Written 18 April 2019
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