Ride the rails into the past where vintage engines, heritage carriages, and a real roundhouse bring train tales to life!
Just a short trip from the heart of Cowra, step into a world where steam, diesel, and tin-hare rail motor magic await at the Lachlan Valley Heritage Railway Centre. This award-worthy preservation site transforms railway heritage into a family adventure only a century in the making.
Stroll across nearly two hectares of railway nostalgia, explore the 1923 Cowra Locomotive Depot and restored roundhouse, and board historic carriages complete with cedar-paneled sleeping cars straight out of the golden-era of travel. Wander inside sheds full of vintage locomotives including steam, diesel, and classic railmotors—while friendly volunteers share stories and secrets of the rails.
This isn't a dusty display—it's a working railway workshop, bursting with restoration action, passionate volunteers, and heritage charm. Kids get close to real railway relics, while parents get to step into a living history lesson. It’s authentic, emotional, and the perfect place to ignite curiosity across generations.
Dust off your conductor’s cap and get ready to chug into history! Head to the Lachlan Valley Heritage Railway Centre for family bonding powered by steam, stories, and sheer wonder. Book your visit or simply drop by—every visit revives the romance of rail.
