We're Running Every Sunday!!
Come on down and enjoy the summer down at the Hamilton Model Engineers we're open every Sunday year round. Join us for a ride around our scenic track. Ticket prices starting at $3 for a single ride.
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Our Covered Shoe Policy
Here at the Hamilton Model Engineers, we have a strict Covered Shoes Policy, which has been enforced from November 2018 due to Health & Safety Concerns. Please read carefully below to make sure you abide by our policy, and avoid disappointment on the day.
Bare Feet (No Shoes) - Bare Feet or No Shoes are strictly banned. Anyone who wishes to ride without footwear of any kind will be politely refused a ride.
Jandals/Open Toe Footwear - Jandals & Open Toe Footwear are permitted, but you ride at your own risk. Please do not be offended if you are briefed before your train ride by our station staff, about the risks of Open Toe Footwear.
Closed Toe Footwear - Closed Toe Footwear is the strong recommendation we make when riding our trains, for the utmost in safety.
VOLUNTEERS WANTED To Help Run the Railway
To the lovely people of Hamilton and the Waikato, the Hamilton Model Engineers is in need of your help.
Do you have a spare Sunday or two a month to help us out with running the railway?
We are looking for new members from all walks of life to come and join our club.
Do you want to learn how to drive as well as help to Maintain our club locos and rolling stock?
Other duties can include:
• Clipping ticket’s
• Running the station
• Help setting up for the day and packing away at the end of the day
Learn how to build your own steam engine with the help of our resident model engineering team.
Minimum Age, if joining on your own, is 14 years and over.
Contact us by Facebook messenger or email secretary@hme.co.nz if you are Interested or want more information. You can fill out the form below and we'll endeavor to make contact within 1 - 4 working days thanks.
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Visit Our Gallery
We have some new photos from our 2025 Steam & Steel Convention we ran recently.
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Want to Hire our Railway?
Ever wanted to have your own railway now's your chance to hire our railway for the day check out our page by clicking the button.
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Want to drive our trains
Become a member today and enjoy the model engineering hobby with us, send us a message and start your Journey now.
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Night Runs
We're getting our Night Runs sorted for 2025, We hope to see you there!!
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Handy on the tools?
Come and help us restore our 1910 Signal Box, and bring it back to its former glory.
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Footwear Policy
Here at the Hamilton Model Engineers, we have a strict Covered Shoes Policy, which has been enforced from November 2018 due to Health & Safety Concerns. Please read carefully below to make sure you abide by our policy, and avoid disappointment on the day.
Bare Feet (No Shoes) - Bare Feet or No Shoes are strictly banned. Anyone who wishes to ride without footwear of any kind will be politely refused a ride.
Jandals/Open Toe Footwear - Jandals & Open Toe Footwear are permitted, but you ride at your own risk. Please do not be offended if you are briefed before your train ride by our station staff, about the risks of Open Toe Footwear.
Closed Toe Footwear - Closed Toe Footwear is the strong recommendation we make when riding our trains, for the utmost in safety.
ABOUT US
Learn more about where we began & what we do!
RUNNING DAYS
Click to see when we are open, ticket fares & more!
EVENTS
Check out our latest Night Runs & Events!