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The Audley End Enchanted Railway is a magical day out for families including a miniature railway, enchanted fairy and elf walk, adventure play area, nature corner, woodland cafe and gift shop. 
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Enjoy a magical journey on our miniature railway which takes you deep into our enchanting woods. You’ll be sure to spot woodland animals along the route, and perhaps a teddy bear or two.  

The train will take you back to the picnic field where children can let off steam on the adventure play area. Our bespoke playground equipment is sure to fire up both imaginative and physical play. 

Families can also explore the enchanted Fairy and Elf Walk, which winds through the magical woods where children can spot tiny fairies and elves living in harmony with nature.  

The Nature Corner encompasses our wildlife pond, fascinating bug hotels, try and spot a worm or two hiding in the wormery, and if you’re very quiet and still, the bird boxes might just reveal some feathered friends.  

The Woodland café serves locally sourced and homemade food.

We have everything you need for a memorable family day out in the great outdoors, whatever the season.  

All tickets must be purchased online and shown to our admissions staff on arrival. We are also a cashless site so only accept card payments.

 

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Events

Saturday, 2nd May 2026 - Monday, 4th May 2026

Magical May Bank HolidayA magical May Bank Holiday
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Saturday, 23rd May 2026 - Monday, 25th May 2026

Gruffalo and Audley End Enchanted RailwayWe are so excited to share that we will be welcoming The Gruffalo back to our Enchanted Railway this May!
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Tuesday, 26th May 2026 - Friday, 29th May 2026

Fairy & Elf WeekdaysOur Fairies and Elves will host you for a few days, with your chance to make your own magic wand and visit our stage show with Melody and Thorn! Here's what else to expect – Hop on board our enchanted train, and ride into the woods - Find scenes of playful teddy bears having a great time – Once…
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Saturday, 30th May 2026 - Sunday, 31st May 2026

Bluey at Audley End Enchanted RailwayBook your Audley End Enchanted Railway event tickets. For the first time at Audley End Enchanted Railway, we are so excited to share that Bluey will be joining us this May! Join us on the 30th & 31st May for your chance to see the blue heeler pup, Bluey! Bring your cameras to snap a keepsake of…
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Facilities

Accessibility

  • Disabled access

Booking & Payment Details

  • Advance booking essential

Catering

  • On-site catering
  • On-site light refreshments
  • Picnic site

Property Facilities

  • Dogs Accepted

Suitability

  • School Trips

Target Markets

  • Coach parties accepted

Map & Directions

Road Directions

From the M11: Follow signs for Audley End House, we are directly opposite the house.

Public Transport Directions

From Audley End station it is 1.3 miles to Audley End Enchanted Railway.  

Audley End Enchanted Railway

Type:Miniature Railway

Audley End, Saffron Walden, Essex, CB11 4JB

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Awards

  • Trip Advisor AwardsTrip Advisor Travellers’ Choice award Trip Advisor Travellers’ Choice award 2021

Opening Times

Open Christmas

* Please visit website for official opening times as they do vary - www.audley-end-railway.co.uk

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