1 / 3The Glen Afton Line - Heritage Railway (aka The Bush Tramway Club)
đ Glen Afton, Waikato
The Glen Afton Line is a volunteer-operated heritage railway in the Waikato coalfields. Rare steam and diesel locomotives are on site, with train rides and guided tours on open days. At least one locomotive is wheelchair and stroller accessible.
Fabulous place full of rare locos and very helpful knowledgable volunteers. We were given a full tour even though it wasn't an open day. Loved it.
đ Family Action Verdict
Reviewers with children describe it as a must-do for any family with a train enthusiast, noting that the locomotives look and sound as impressive in person as the photos suggest. Volunteers engage directly with children, explaining how the engines work, and the accessible locomotive means families with prams or wheelchairs can take a ride.
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paul spittle
a year ago
âFabulous place full of rare locos and very helpful knowledgable volunteers. We were given a full tour even though it wasn't an open day. Loved it.â
Leon Su LS
3 years ago
âI had a very pleasant experience at Glen Afton, the staff and volunteers were very chill and felt no pressure when exploring, taking the train and taking photos prior to the rides. I went expecting disorganization but it was nothin but that, the schedule was so well done. A great place for children to get a chance in their lifetime to ride a steam train since nowadays it has been phased out. The train station could play the Thomas the Tank Engine theme song to bring back some nostalgia to some older kids like me. All in all , cheap and fun and accessible for all ages. Highly recommend to leave a spot in your schedule for this once a month joyride.â
Arn
3 years ago
âWow!! This place is definitely a must do and it's perfect for all ages. At least one train is wheelchair/Stroller friendly. The staff are so welcoming, the locomotives look and sound amazing. And all of this is so affordable. What an absolutely fun day out! My hats off to the club that provides this to the public and keeps the trains and track running smoothly.â
mike Lowe
2 months ago
âIt just needs a prominent sign on Rotowaro Road, saying with arrows "visit here for steam locos". I missed it and drove straight past, before returning and driving up the station approach Road YESTERDAY. What a great crowd, with lots of excited kids!â
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Overview
The Glen Afton Line, operated by the Bush Tramway Club, is a heritage railway preserving the history of the Waikato coalfield mining railway at Glen Afton. The site holds a collection of rare steam and diesel locomotives maintained by volunteer members. On open days, train rides depart along the restored line, and volunteers lead tours through the collection, covering the history and mechanics of individual locomotives. At least one train in the fleet is wheelchair and stroller accessible.
