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September 2026
19sep11:00 am4:00 amBMR GalaBarnards Miniature Railway
Event Details
We will be opening for a gala weekend at the Barnards Miniature Railway. We will be running more trains with more locomotives,
Event Details
We will be opening for a gala weekend at the Barnards Miniature Railway. We will be running more trains with more locomotives, and maybe a couple of visiting engines along the way. We are aiming to have a visiting miniature traction engine on both Saturday and Sunday.
With plenty of trains out and about its the perfect time to visit the BMR.
TICKET COST:
Adults and children the same rate.
RETURN (x1 ride) = £7
ROVER (unlimited rides) = £10
No booking required, contactless payment only.
THE GARDENS:
Barnards Farm Gardens are 𝘾𝙇𝙊𝙎𝙀𝘿. This means no entry fee for the gardens, just the railway.
TIMINGS:
Gates open at 11:00.
Trains run every 20 minutes until 16:00.
The railway is usually very busy when we open at 11:00 and usually quieten down further into the afternoon.
THE GARDENS:
Barnards Farm Gardens are 𝘾𝙇𝙊𝙎𝙀𝘿. This means no entry fee for the gardens, just the railway.
GETTING TO US:
Barnards Miniature Railway, Barnards Farm, Brentwood
CM13 3FY
Free on-site parking
FOOD & DRINK:
Feel free to bring a picnic and use the tables and seating.
Light refreshments offered from our Burtonshaw Terminus station.
DOGS:
Please note dogs are not permitted unless they are guide dogs.
Time
Location
Barnards Farm
Barnards Farm, Brentwood Road, West Horndon, Essex, CM13 3FY
20sep11:00 am4:00 amBMR GalaBarnards Miniature Railway
Event Details
We will be opening for a gala weekend at the Barnards Miniature Railway. We will be running more trains with more locomotives,
Event Details
We will be opening for a gala weekend at the Barnards Miniature Railway. We will be running more trains with more locomotives, and maybe a couple of visiting engines along the way. We are aiming to have a visiting miniature traction engine on both Saturday and Sunday.
With plenty of trains out and about its the perfect time to visit the BMR.
TICKET COST:
Adults and children the same rate.
RETURN (x1 ride) = £7
ROVER (unlimited rides) = £10
No booking required, contactless payment only.
THE GARDENS:
Barnards Farm Gardens are 𝘾𝙇𝙊𝙎𝙀𝘿. This means no entry fee for the gardens, just the railway.
TIMINGS:
Gates open at 11:00.
Trains run every 20 minutes until 16:00.
The railway is usually very busy when we open at 11:00 and usually quieten down further into the afternoon.
THE GARDENS:
Barnards Farm Gardens are 𝘾𝙇𝙊𝙎𝙀𝘿. This means no entry fee for the gardens, just the railway.
GETTING TO US:
Barnards Miniature Railway, Barnards Farm, Brentwood
CM13 3FY
Free on-site parking
FOOD & DRINK:
Feel free to bring a picnic and use the tables and seating.
Light refreshments offered from our Burtonshaw Terminus station.
DOGS:
Please note dogs are not permitted unless they are guide dogs.
Time
Location
Barnards Farm
Barnards Farm, Brentwood Road, West Horndon, Essex, CM13 3FY
October 2026
04oct11:00 am4:00 amDiesel Enthusiasts DayBarnards Miniature Railway
Event Details
Diesels take over the railway for one day only at the BMR! See our resident diesel locomotives, such as ‘Uncle John’, ‘Royal
Event Details
Diesels take over the railway for one day only at the BMR! See our resident diesel locomotives, such as ‘Uncle John’, ‘Royal Highland Fusilier, and plenty more. There may be a visiting engine or two along the way, to be confirmed closer to the event.
Expect a selection of passenger and demonstration goods trains over the day. Not to be missed!
TICKET COST:
Adults and children the same rate.
RETURN (x1 ride) = £7
ROVER (unlimited rides) = £10
No booking required, contactless payment only.
TIMINGS:
Gates open at 11:00.
Trains run every 20 minutes until 16:00.
The railway is usually very busy when we open at 11:00 and usually quieten down further into the afternoon.
THE GARDENS:
Barnards Farm Gardens are 𝘾𝙇𝙊𝙎𝙀𝘿. This means no entry fee for the gardens, just the railway.
GETTING TO US:
Barnards Miniature Railway, Barnards Farm, Brentwood
CM13 3FY
Free on-site parking
FOOD & DRINK:
Feel free to bring a picnic and use the tables and seating.
Light refreshments offered from our Burtonshaw Terminus station.
DOGS:
Please note dogs are not permitted unless they are guide dogs.
Time
Location
Barnards Farm
Barnards Farm, Brentwood Road, West Horndon, Essex, CM13 3FY
18oct11:00 am4:00 amMiniature RailwayBarnards Miniature Railway
Event Details
The Barnards Miniature Railway will be running train services on this day. Everything you need to know down below.All updates available
Event Details
The Barnards Miniature Railway will be running train services on this day. Everything you need to know down below.
All updates available on Facebook, @barnardsminiaturerailway.
TICKET COST:
Adults and children the same rate.
RETURN (x1 ride) = £7
ROVER (unlimited rides) = £10
No booking required, contactless payment only.
TIMINGS:
Gates open at 11:00.
Trains run every 20 minutes until 16:00.
The railway is usually very busy when we open at 11:00 and usually quieten down further into the afternoon.
THE GARDENS:
Barnards Farm Gardens are 𝘾𝙇𝙊𝙎𝙀𝘿. This means no entry fee for the gardens, just the railway.
GETTING TO US:
Barnards Miniature Railway, Barnards Farm, Brentwood
CM13 3FY
Free on-site parking
FOOD & DRINK:
Feel free to bring a picnic and use the tables and seating.
Light refreshments offered from our Burtonshaw Terminus station.
DOGS:
Please note dogs are not permitted unless they are guide dogs.
Time
Location
Barnards Farm
Barnards Farm, Brentwood Road, West Horndon, Essex, CM13 3FY
29oct11:00 am4:00 amMiniature RailwayBarnards Miniature Railway
Event Details
The Barnards Miniature Railway will be running train services on this day. Everything you need to know down below.All updates available
Event Details
The Barnards Miniature Railway will be running train services on this day. Everything you need to know down below.
All updates available on Facebook, @barnardsminiaturerailway.
TICKET COST:
Adults and children the same rate.
RETURN (x1 ride) = £7
ROVER (unlimited rides) = £10
No booking required, contactless payment only.
TIMINGS:
Gates open at 11:00.
Trains run every 20 minutes until 16:00.
The railway is usually very busy when we open at 11:00 and usually quieten down further into the afternoon.
THE GARDENS:
Barnards Farm Gardens are 𝘾𝙇𝙊𝙎𝙀𝘿. This means no entry fee for the gardens, just the railway.
GETTING TO US:
Barnards Miniature Railway, Barnards Farm, Brentwood
CM13 3FY
Free on-site parking
FOOD & DRINK:
Feel free to bring a picnic and use the tables and seating.
Light refreshments offered from our Burtonshaw Terminus station.
DOGS:
Please note dogs are not permitted unless they are guide dogs.
Time
Location
Barnards Farm
Barnards Farm, Brentwood Road, West Horndon, Essex, CM13 3FY
November 2026
01nov11:00 am4:00 amMiniature RailwayBarnards Miniature Railway
Event Details
The Barnards Miniature Railway will be running train services on this day. Everything you need to know down below.All updates available
Event Details
The Barnards Miniature Railway will be running train services on this day. Everything you need to know down below.
All updates available on Facebook, @barnardsminiaturerailway.
TICKET COST:
Adults and children the same rate.
RETURN (x1 ride) = £7
ROVER (unlimited rides) = £10
No booking required, contactless payment only.
TIMINGS:
Gates open at 11:00.
Trains run every 20 minutes until 16:00.
The railway is usually very busy when we open at 11:00 and usually quieten down further into the afternoon.
THE GARDENS:
Barnards Farm Gardens are 𝘾𝙇𝙊𝙎𝙀𝘿. This means no entry fee for the gardens, just the railway.
GETTING TO US:
Barnards Miniature Railway, Barnards Farm, Brentwood
CM13 3FY
Free on-site parking
FOOD & DRINK:
Feel free to bring a picnic and use the tables and seating.
Light refreshments offered from our Burtonshaw Terminus station.
DOGS:
Please note dogs are not permitted unless they are guide dogs.
Time
Location
Barnards Farm
Barnards Farm, Brentwood Road, West Horndon, Essex, CM13 3FY
06nov11:00 am4:00 amWinter Lights ExpressBarnards Miniature Railway
Event Details
Event Details Join us on Friday 6th, Saturday 7th, and Sunday 8th November 2026 for the famous ‘Winter Lights
Event Details
Event Details
Join us on Friday 6th, Saturday 7th, and Sunday 8th November 2026 for the famous ‘Winter Lights Express’ here at Barnards Miniature Railway.
BOOK TICKETS – https://www.ticketsource.com/bmr/winter-lights-2026/e-kkzmvd
Your ticket includes:
- Refreshments included at the covered Burtonshaw Terminus station for you to enjoy before boarding your train.
- Train ride around the beautiful Barnards Farm Gardens, all sculptures are lit up for you to enjoy as you pass through.
- Relaxed woodland walk through to the lakes.
- Float your candle on the lake.
- Enjoy a stroll through ‘the avenue’ enjoying more sculptures lit up for you to view.
BOOK TICKETS – https://www.ticketsource.com/bmr/winter-lights-2026/e-kkzmvd
Pre-booking essential, once they have sold we cannot release anymore tickets.
Time
Location
Barnards Farm
Barnards Farm, Brentwood Road, West Horndon, Essex, CM13 3FY
07nov11:00 am4:00 amWinter Lights ExpressBarnards Miniature Railway
Event Details
Event Details Join us on Friday 6th, Saturday 7th, and Sunday 8th November 2026 for the famous ‘Winter Lights
Event Details
Event Details
Join us on Friday 6th, Saturday 7th, and Sunday 8th November 2026 for the famous ‘Winter Lights Express’ here at Barnards Miniature Railway.
BOOK TICKETS – https://www.ticketsource.com/bmr/winter-lights-2026/e-kkzmvd
Your ticket includes:
- Refreshments included at the covered Burtonshaw Terminus station for you to enjoy before boarding your train.
- Train ride around the beautiful Barnards Farm Gardens, all sculptures are lit up for you to enjoy as you pass through.
- Relaxed woodland walk through to the lakes.
- Float your candle on the lake.
- Enjoy a stroll through ‘the avenue’ enjoying more sculptures lit up for you to view.
BOOK TICKETS – https://www.ticketsource.com/bmr/winter-lights-2026/e-kkzmvd
Pre-booking essential, once they have sold we cannot release anymore tickets.
Time
Location
Barnards Farm
Barnards Farm, Brentwood Road, West Horndon, Essex, CM13 3FY
08nov11:00 am4:00 amWinter Lights ExpressBarnards Miniature Railway
Event Details
Event Details Join us on Friday 6th, Saturday 7th, and Sunday 8th November 2026 for the famous ‘Winter Lights
Event Details
Event Details
Join us on Friday 6th, Saturday 7th, and Sunday 8th November 2026 for the famous ‘Winter Lights Express’ here at Barnards Miniature Railway.
BOOK TICKETS – https://www.ticketsource.com/bmr/winter-lights-2026/e-kkzmvd
Your ticket includes:
- Refreshments included at the covered Burtonshaw Terminus station for you to enjoy before boarding your train.
- Train ride around the beautiful Barnards Farm Gardens, all sculptures are lit up for you to enjoy as you pass through.
- Relaxed woodland walk through to the lakes.
- Float your candle on the lake.
- Enjoy a stroll through ‘the avenue’ enjoying more sculptures lit up for you to view.
BOOK TICKETS – https://www.ticketsource.com/bmr/winter-lights-2026/e-kkzmvd
Pre-booking essential, once they have sold we cannot release anymore tickets.
Time
Location
Barnards Farm
Barnards Farm, Brentwood Road, West Horndon, Essex, CM13 3FY
December 2026
05dec11:00 am4:00 pmSanta Express 2026The Christabella Charitable Trust CIO
Event Details
We are delighted to announce that pre-bookable tickets for the 2026 Santa Specials, will go live at 10am on Saturday 26th September 2026. The URL
Event Details
We are delighted to announce that pre-bookable tickets for the 2026 Santa Specials, will go live at 10am on Saturday 26th September 2026.
The URL link will be posted beforehand to allow you to join the queue.
Please note tickets must be pre-booked for this event. Once they have sold, we will be unable to release anymore.
Time
Location
Barnards Farm
Barnards Farm, Brentwood Road, West Horndon, Essex, CM13 3FY
06dec11:00 am4:00 pmSanta Express 2026The Christabella Charitable Trust CIO
Event Details
We are delighted to announce that pre-bookable tickets for the 2026 Santa Specials, will go live at 10am on Saturday 26th September 2026. The URL
Event Details
We are delighted to announce that pre-bookable tickets for the 2026 Santa Specials, will go live at 10am on Saturday 26th September 2026.
The URL link will be posted beforehand to allow you to join the queue.
Please note tickets must be pre-booked for this event. Once they have sold, we will be unable to release anymore.
Time
Location
Barnards Farm
Barnards Farm, Brentwood Road, West Horndon, Essex, CM13 3FY
12dec11:00 am4:00 pmSanta Express 2026The Christabella Charitable Trust CIO
Event Details
We are delighted to announce that pre-bookable tickets for the 2026 Santa Specials, will go live at 10am on Saturday 26th September 2026. The URL
Event Details
We are delighted to announce that pre-bookable tickets for the 2026 Santa Specials, will go live at 10am on Saturday 26th September 2026.
The URL link will be posted beforehand to allow you to join the queue.
Please note tickets must be pre-booked for this event. Once they have sold, we will be unable to release anymore.
Time
Location
Barnards Farm
Barnards Farm, Brentwood Road, West Horndon, Essex, CM13 3FY
13dec11:00 am4:00 pmSanta Express 2026The Christabella Charitable Trust CIO
Event Details
We are delighted to announce that pre-bookable tickets for the 2026 Santa Specials, will go live at 10am on Saturday 26th September 2026. The URL
Event Details
We are delighted to announce that pre-bookable tickets for the 2026 Santa Specials, will go live at 10am on Saturday 26th September 2026.
The URL link will be posted beforehand to allow you to join the queue.
Please note tickets must be pre-booked for this event. Once they have sold, we will be unable to release anymore.
Time
Location
Barnards Farm
Barnards Farm, Brentwood Road, West Horndon, Essex, CM13 3FY
Every Thursday from 4th June 2026 to 25th June 2026 inclusive open for the National Garden Scheme
Ground open from 11:00 to 16:30. Picnickers welcome in designated areas.
Every Thursday from 2nd July 2026 to 3rd September 2026 inclusive open for The Christabella Charitable Trust
Ground open from 11:00 to 16:30. Picnickers welcome in designated areas.
Season Tickets
Our Season Tickets now cost £40 which includes free entry to all Barnards Events, including Pop Ups, but not our Easter, Winter Lights and Santa Express trains.
Sunday 28th June 2026
Open from 13:00 until 17:30 for the National Garden Scheme. You can book your tickets in advance via the NGS Website – Click here to book – or you can pay cashless on the day.
Sunday 6th September 2026
Open from 13:00 until 17:30 for The Christabella Charitable Trust.
Group Visits
Visits by groups, clubs and societies can be arranged at other times by appointment. The minimum number for such a visit is normally 30. For groups of people with special needs the minimum is 10.
Weekday visits for a few people can sometimes be accommodated.
Please telephone 07504 210405.
Buggy Tours
Chauffeured tours by golf buggy (discretionary donation), are available on Sundays and most Thursdays. Priority is given to people with disabilities.
The Railway
Barnards Farm Railway runs on Thursdays during the School Holidays from April to August and the two Sunday Garden Open days.
Easter Express 2026– Our Barnards Miniature Railway Easter Express Trains will be running on Saturday 4th and Sunday 5th April.
There are also additional railway running dates as advertised on the Railway’s website and Facebook page. This is a unique way of seeing the garden from another lower point of view.
Thursday Delights
Usually quieter days with a picnic space. A chance to catch the Crab Apple blossom and spring flowers as well as early flowering shrubs. There are two well signed tours to follow (the Red and Blue Routes) which shows you most of the garden away from the house and a good proportion of the 80 sculptures.
Kindly also note that dogs are not permitted unless they are guide dogs.