Middleton Model Railway & Model Shop
📍 Eketāhuna, Manawatu-Wanganui
Middleton Model Railway & Model Shop at 36 Morgans Road, Eketāhuna, is a privately built working model railway open to the public for over 21 years. Working models built across 46 years run the layout. A model shop operates alongside.
🏆 Family Action Verdict
Families with children who love trains describe this as an outstanding find. The owner's hands-on involvement and enthusiasm make the visit feel personal rather than transactional. Reviewers note kids and adults leave equally impressed.
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💬 What Families Are Saying
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Agnes West-Dzang
8 months ago
“Well worth a visit. We've been coming here every year for a few years now as my son loves steam engines. Colin obviously puts a lot of effort into rearranging the layouts every few months, as the amount of details is amazing. There are big trains and there are tiny trains. Awesome for kids as there are many switches they can push to "drive" the trains. There are also a range of models and other supplies for sale at a good price. We always follow our visit to this place with a walk at Pukaha Mt Bruce.”
Ann D S Gamage
9 months ago
“Amazing experience and wonderful for train enthusiasts. Highly recommend a visit and the creator has spend 46 years making this for all of us to enjoy!”
Mray
3 months ago
“Someone named Bob Burden Helped me out”
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Based on Google review tagsModel railway
18 reviews
Layout
5 reviews
Friendly owner
4 reviews
Tiny trains
3 reviews
Interactive displays
3 reviews
Overview
Middleton Model Railway & Model Shop at 36 Morgans Road, Eketāhuna, is a 46-year personal project in model railway building, open to the public for over 21 years. Working models run across a detailed scenic layout. Owner Colin is typically present to guide visitors and explain the history of individual pieces. A model shop sells related items on site. Reviewers describe the immaculate presentation and Colin's depth of knowledge as standout qualities.
