What a find this place is. We came from Cambridge having seen just a single roadside banner, you probably wouldn’t stumble across it. Run by volunteers and enthusiasts, and it’s all the better for it. Lovely people, lots to look at and even some interactive ‘rail-scapes’ (is that a word?) for the kids to play with. And then there are the gardens, lots of paths to explore and loads of info on the wildlife that lives there. We ended up spending 3 hours here with our 3 year old, and we will definitely come back. They apparently have a classic car show in June so that’s already in the diary…

This is an amazing hidden gem! With the obvious care and dedication from Brian and all the volunteers, this is a tranquil place of beauty that provides both education and entertainment for the family and at such an affordable price! Loads to see and do! We spent a good 2/3hrs there today :-) We will be back for sure! Fantastic!

Railworld is a fantastic place to visit if you love trains! Not only do they have an amazing, recently extended garden railway, they also have great indoor model railways too. One of them being a Thomas themed railway. On top of that you can see regular trains passing by on the mainline and lots of railway memorabilia around the beautiful site. It is also a lovely place to experience nature and is scattered with great places to stop for a picnic lunch. We found all the staff very friendly and helpful and particularly kind and accommodating for our neurodivergent son. All round a great place for a family day out with plenty of things for train fans to do.

We think this place is very good, very friendly volunteers gave us great information, took us around the site and made the impression they are all very knowledgeable about railways,rail stock and the area itself. Great viewing platform for the live train tracks coming in and out of Peterbrough. We spent about 2 hours here altogether taking pictures, walking the nature area, looking at the red kites and chatting to all the volunteers. The snacks and drinks on sale are very reasonably priced if you're taking young kids or just want a coffee. Clean toilets and the bridge over the river gave us lovely views of the rowers on the river and the green Victorian iron bridge and viaduct. Thanks to the volunteers for all their hard work. The model railways are lovely and the minature railway looks like a lot of hard work has gone into it. Well done Leanne and Graeme

One of Peterborough's first and most important industrial sites now being returned to nature by a band of enthusiastic volunteers. Some interesting old industrial relicts preserved outside, and some good railway and environmental exhibitions inside. An interesting and inspiring visit for all ages.

We come here a fair few times in the year and the boys absolutely love it. Our boys (7 and 4) can spend hours playing in the control room, whether it's sitting and watching or controlling the mini trains they love it. The staff and volunteers are always so friendly and dedicate so much time and effort in the maintenance/upkeep of the place. The gardens are beautiful and we enjoy walking round, during holidays they often put on trails for the kids (we just won the easter hamper yum!). They have a little hut where you can purchase coffee and bacon rolls/light snacks, or you can enjoy your own picnic here too. There's lots of educational information around, with one building in particular offering nature, science and environmental facts alongside opportunities to play with wooden train sets or utilise the colouring or writing station. Some of the features feel like you'd only get them here, like the viewing platforms that have been built (the haven is right next to the lines from Peterborough train station so you can train spot a bit too), complete with a train tracker on the TV screen so that you can see which trains are passing through the junction and when. It's well worth a visit, we could spend a whole day here but even if you visit for a couple of hours it's well worth the money that you pay.

Ravishing. Wonderful. Heavenly. These three adjectives accurately describe both the venue and the staff - all of whom are volunteers. I drove up from London to spend a day with my grandson and came across this delightful site courtesy of a Google search. I can't wait to return with all 10 of my grandchildren - especially as admission won't cost an arm and a leg and parking is free!

Excellent afternoon spent here on a warm sunny bank holiday weekend. The flowers are gorgeous. We both loved the garden railway which has doubled in size since we last visit 5 years ago. There is much to look at, model train which is interactive, a fab viewing tower to watch the mail line trains too. There’s a small cafe that sells sandwiches, to crisps, cake and chocolate as well as hot and cold drinks and lollies. We took the steam train from Wansford to Peterborough and railway world is seconds away from the platform. Well worth a visit, an inexpensive afternoon out. Thank you

Despite living in Cambridgeshire we didn't know this place existed until last week! It is a real little 'hidden gem' run by a team of passionate volunteers who are all friendly and helpful. There is plenty of parking but as it is hidden away in the centre of Peterborough it is a quick walk from there, and indeed the local railway station, so very easy to visit. It is also very accessible, including for those who use mobility scooters / wheelchairs or are pushing buggies. It has lovely little walks and an eco aim, and local wildlife, which comes across throughout. There is a fab bridge across the river, and being right near the railway lots of passing trains to see. Outside also has a huge selection of railway items, a miniature railway and a replica signal box. Inside is a host of eco and railway themed displays and things for all ages to get 'hands on' with, including a massive indoor railway set up. There are lots of well designed display boards to explain more about the site, its aims and exhibits. There is space for picnics, toilets and to buy snacks and drinks. It is a fab little place and a total steal to visit at only £4 for adults and £2 for children, you can easily spend hours exploring and enjoying this well run volunteer attraction. If you live close enough and enjoy nature or railways you could even volunteer! Note - I have no connection with this place but just wanted to highlight a lovely gem of a place to visit for all ages

What a wonderful place. A true hidden gem. Peterborough is very lucky to have this place. Great place to bring kids of all ages. You can tell the passion that has gone into this place. Incredibly reasonably priced entry and drinks/food. Such a wonderful place for all the family. Thank you to all the volunteers