April 2026
Event Details
11am First train – 4pm last train. £7.00 each return ticket or £10 each for a rover ticket & ride all day on as many trains as you
Event Details
11am First train – 4pm last train. £7.00 each return ticket or £10 each for a rover ticket & ride all day on as many trains as you like. No booking required just turn up on the day.
You are welcome to bring a picnic & use the tables and seating – make a day of your visit.
*Under 3’s travel free
Refreshments (teas, coffee, cake & snacks) are available.
Barnards Miniature Railway CM13 3FY
*Please note the gardens are not open (therefore no garden entry fee, just the price of the train ride) There are plenty of places to walk around – please ask at the counter for where you are permitted to walk.
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Location
Barnards Farm
Barnards Farm, Brentwood Road, West Horndon, Essex, CM13 3FY
04apr11:00 am4:30 pmEaster Express 2026The Christabella Charitable Trust CIO
Event Details
Join us on the Barnards Miniature Railway Easter Express on Sat 4th and Sun 5th April 2026for a 20 minute return journey as we board the only Easter egg hunt that you do
Event Details
Join us on the Barnards Miniature Railway Easter Express on Sat 4th and Sun 5th April 2026for a 20 minute return journey as we board the only Easter egg hunt that you do whilst riding on a miniature railway.
Booking is now open – Please click here to book and for further information.
Time
Location
Barnards Farm
Barnards Farm, Brentwood Road, West Horndon, Essex, CM13 3FY
05apr11:00 am4:30 pmEaster Express 2026The Christabella Charitable Trust CIO
Event Details
Join us on the Barnards Miniature Railway Easter Express on Sat 4th and Sun 5th April 2026for a 20 minute return journey as we board the only Easter egg hunt that you do
Event Details
Join us on the Barnards Miniature Railway Easter Express on Sat 4th and Sun 5th April 2026for a 20 minute return journey as we board the only Easter egg hunt that you do whilst riding on a miniature railway.
Booking is now open – Please click here to book and for further information.
Time
Location
Barnards Farm
Barnards Farm, Brentwood Road, West Horndon, Essex, CM13 3FY
Event Details
11am First train – 4pm last train. £7.00 each return ticket or £10 each for a rover ticket & ride all day on as many trains as you
Event Details
11am First train – 4pm last train. £7.00 each return ticket or £10 each for a rover ticket & ride all day on as many trains as you like. No booking required just turn up on the day.
You are welcome to bring a picnic & use the tables and seating – make a day of your visit.
*Under 3’s travel free
Refreshments (teas, coffee, cake & snacks) are available.
Barnards Miniature Railway CM13 3FY
*Please note the gardens are not open (therefore no garden entry fee, just the price of the train ride) There are plenty of places to walk around – please ask at the counter for where you are permitted to walk.
Time
Location
Barnards Farm
Barnards Farm, Brentwood Road, West Horndon, Essex, CM13 3FY
Event Details
11am First train – 4pm last train. £7.00 each return ticket or £10 each for a rover ticket & ride all day on as many trains as you
Event Details
11am First train – 4pm last train. £7.00 each return ticket or £10 each for a rover ticket & ride all day on as many trains as you like. No booking required just turn up on the day.
You are welcome to bring a picnic & use the tables and seating – make a day of your visit.
*Under 3’s travel free
Refreshments (teas, coffee, cake & snacks) are available.
Barnards Miniature Railway CM13 3FY
*Please note the gardens are not open (therefore no garden entry fee, just the price of the train ride) There are plenty of places to walk around – please ask at the counter for where you are permitted to walk.
Time
Location
Barnards Farm
Barnards Farm, Brentwood Road, West Horndon, Essex, CM13 3FY
May 2026
Event Details
11am First train – 4pm last train. £7.00 each return ticket or £10 each for a rover ticket & ride all day on as many trains as you
Event Details
11am First train – 4pm last train. £7.00 each return ticket or £10 each for a rover ticket & ride all day on as many trains as you like. No booking required just turn up on the day.
You are welcome to bring a picnic & use the tables and seating – make a day of your visit.
*Under 3’s travel free
Refreshments (teas, coffee, cake & snacks) are available.
Barnards Miniature Railway CM13 3FY
*Please note the gardens are not open (therefore no garden entry fee, just the price of the train ride) There are plenty of places to walk around – please ask at the counter for where you are permitted to walk.
Time
Location
Barnards Farm
Barnards Farm, Brentwood Road, West Horndon, Essex, CM13 3FY
Event Details
11am First train – 4pm last train. £7.00 each return ticket or £10 each for a rover ticket & ride all day on as many trains as you
Event Details
11am First train – 4pm last train. £7.00 each return ticket or £10 each for a rover ticket & ride all day on as many trains as you like. No booking required just turn up on the day.
You are welcome to bring a picnic & use the tables and seating – make a day of your visit.
*Under 3’s travel free
Refreshments (teas, coffee, cake & snacks) are available.
Barnards Miniature Railway CM13 3FY
*Please note the gardens are not open (therefore no garden entry fee, just the price of the train ride) There are plenty of places to walk around – please ask at the counter for where you are permitted to walk.
Time
Location
Barnards Farm
Barnards Farm, Brentwood Road, West Horndon, Essex, CM13 3FY
Event Details
11am First train – 4pm last train. £7.00 each return ticket or £10 each for a rover ticket & ride all day on as many trains as you
Event Details
11am First train – 4pm last train. £7.00 each return ticket or £10 each for a rover ticket & ride all day on as many trains as you like. No booking required just turn up on the day.
You are welcome to bring a picnic & use the tables and seating – make a day of your visit.
*Under 3’s travel free
Refreshments (teas, coffee, cake & snacks) are available.
Barnards Miniature Railway CM13 3FY
*Please note the gardens are not open (therefore no garden entry fee, just the price of the train ride) There are plenty of places to walk around – please ask at the counter for where you are permitted to walk.
Time
Location
Barnards Farm
Barnards Farm, Brentwood Road, West Horndon, Essex, CM13 3FY
June 2026
Event Details
11am First train – 4pm last train. £7.00 each return ticket or £10 each for a rover ticket & ride all day on as many trains as you
Event Details
11am First train – 4pm last train. £7.00 each return ticket or £10 each for a rover ticket & ride all day on as many trains as you like. No booking required just turn up on the day.
You are welcome to bring a picnic & use the tables and seating – make a day of your visit.
*Under 3’s travel free
Refreshments (teas, coffee, cake & snacks) are available.
Barnards Miniature Railway CM13 3FY
*Please note the gardens are not open (therefore no garden entry fee, just the price of the train ride) There are plenty of places to walk around – please ask at the counter for where you are permitted to walk.
Time
Location
Barnards Farm
Barnards Farm, Brentwood Road, West Horndon, Essex, CM13 3FY
Event Details
11am First train – 4pm last train. £7.00 each return ticket or £10 each for a rover ticket & ride all day on as many trains as you
Event Details
11am First train – 4pm last train. £7.00 each return ticket or £10 each for a rover ticket & ride all day on as many trains as you like. No booking required just turn up on the day.
You are welcome to bring a picnic & use the tables and seating – make a day of your visit.
*Under 3’s travel free
Refreshments (teas, coffee, cake & snacks) are available.
Barnards Miniature Railway CM13 3FY
*Please note the gardens are not open (therefore no garden entry fee, just the price of the train ride) There are plenty of places to walk around – please ask at the counter for where you are permitted to walk.
Time
Location
Barnards Farm
Barnards Farm, Brentwood Road, West Horndon, Essex, CM13 3FY
28jun1:00 pm5:30 pmSUNDAY GARDEN OPEN DAY & BMR (NGS)National Garden Scheme
Event Details
Our gardens open from 13:00 until 17:30. Picnickers welcome in designated areas. Light Refreshments are also available. Barnards Miniature Railway will also be running – additional fares, payable on the day
Event Details
Our gardens open from 13:00 until 17:30. Picnickers welcome in designated areas. Light Refreshments are also available.
Time
Location
Barnards Farm
Barnards Farm, Brentwood Road, West Horndon, Essex, CM13 3FY
July 2026
09jul11:00 am4:30 pmThursday Garden Open Day & BMRThe Christabella Charitable Trust CIO
Event Details
Every Thursday from the 2nd July to the 3rd September 2026 inclusive: Grounds open from 11:00 to 16:30 for the Christabella Charitable Trust. Picnickers welcome in designated areas.
Event Details
Every Thursday from the 2nd July to the 3rd September 2026 inclusive: Grounds open from 11:00 to 16:30 for the Christabella Charitable Trust. Picnickers welcome in designated areas.
Time
Location
Barnards Farm
Barnards Farm, Brentwood Road, West Horndon, Essex, CM13 3FY
16jul11:00 am4:30 pmThursday Garden Open Day & BMRThe Christabella Charitable Trust CIO
Event Details
Every Thursday from the 2nd July to the 3rd September 2026 inclusive: Grounds open from 11:00 to 16:30 for the Christabella Charitable Trust. Picnickers welcome in designated areas.
Event Details
Every Thursday from the 2nd July to the 3rd September 2026 inclusive: Grounds open from 11:00 to 16:30 for the Christabella Charitable Trust. Picnickers welcome in designated areas.
Time
Location
Barnards Farm
Barnards Farm, Brentwood Road, West Horndon, Essex, CM13 3FY
Event Details
11am First train – 4pm last train. £7.00 each return ticket or £10 each for a rover ticket & ride all day on as many trains as you
Event Details
11am First train – 4pm last train. £7.00 each return ticket or £10 each for a rover ticket & ride all day on as many trains as you like. No booking required just turn up on the day.
You are welcome to bring a picnic & use the tables and seating – make a day of your visit.
*Under 3’s travel free
Refreshments (teas, coffee, cake & snacks) are available.
Barnards Miniature Railway CM13 3FY
*Please note the gardens are not open (therefore no garden entry fee, just the price of the train ride) There are plenty of places to walk around – please ask at the counter for where you are permitted to walk.
Time
Location
Barnards Farm
Barnards Farm, Brentwood Road, West Horndon, Essex, CM13 3FY
23jul11:00 am4:30 pmThursday Garden Open Day & BMRThe Christabella Charitable Trust CIO
Event Details
Every Thursday from the 2nd July to the 3rd September 2026 inclusive: Grounds open from 11:00 to 16:30 for the Christabella Charitable Trust. Picnickers welcome in designated areas.
Event Details
Every Thursday from the 2nd July to the 3rd September 2026 inclusive: Grounds open from 11:00 to 16:30 for the Christabella Charitable Trust. Picnickers welcome in designated areas.
Time
Location
Barnards Farm
Barnards Farm, Brentwood Road, West Horndon, Essex, CM13 3FY
Event Details
11am First train – 4pm last train. £7.00 each return ticket or £10 each for a rover ticket & ride all day on as many trains as you
Event Details
11am First train – 4pm last train. £7.00 each return ticket or £10 each for a rover ticket & ride all day on as many trains as you like. No booking required just turn up on the day.
You are welcome to bring a picnic & use the tables and seating – make a day of your visit.
*Under 3’s travel free
Refreshments (teas, coffee, cake & snacks) are available.
Barnards Miniature Railway CM13 3FY
*Please note the gardens are not open (therefore no garden entry fee, just the price of the train ride) There are plenty of places to walk around – please ask at the counter for where you are permitted to walk.
Time
Location
Barnards Farm
Barnards Farm, Brentwood Road, West Horndon, Essex, CM13 3FY
30jul11:00 am4:30 pmThursday Garden Open Day & BMRThe Christabella Charitable Trust CIO
Event Details
Every Thursday from the 2nd July to the 3rd September 2026 inclusive: Grounds open from 11:00 to 16:30 for the Christabella Charitable Trust. Picnickers welcome in designated areas.
Event Details
Every Thursday from the 2nd July to the 3rd September 2026 inclusive: Grounds open from 11:00 to 16:30 for the Christabella Charitable Trust. Picnickers welcome in designated areas.
Time
Location
Barnards Farm
Barnards Farm, Brentwood Road, West Horndon, Essex, CM13 3FY
August 2026
06aug11:00 am4:30 pmThursday Garden Open Day & BMRThe Christabella Charitable Trust CIO
Event Details
Every Thursday from the 2nd July to the 3rd September 2026 inclusive: Grounds open from 11:00 to 16:30 for the Christabella Charitable Trust. Picnickers welcome in designated areas.
Event Details
Every Thursday from the 2nd July to the 3rd September 2026 inclusive: Grounds open from 11:00 to 16:30 for the Christabella Charitable Trust. Picnickers welcome in designated areas.
Time
Location
Barnards Farm
Barnards Farm, Brentwood Road, West Horndon, Essex, CM13 3FY
Event Details
11am First train – 4pm last train. £7.00 each return ticket or £10 each for a rover ticket & ride all day on as many trains as you
Event Details
11am First train – 4pm last train. £7.00 each return ticket or £10 each for a rover ticket & ride all day on as many trains as you like. No booking required just turn up on the day.
You are welcome to bring a picnic & use the tables and seating – make a day of your visit.
*Under 3’s travel free
Refreshments (teas, coffee, cake & snacks) are available.
Barnards Miniature Railway CM13 3FY
*Please note the gardens are not open (therefore no garden entry fee, just the price of the train ride) There are plenty of places to walk around – please ask at the counter for where you are permitted to walk.
Time
Location
Barnards Farm
Barnards Farm, Brentwood Road, West Horndon, Essex, CM13 3FY
13aug11:00 am4:30 pmThursday Garden Open Day & BMRThe Christabella Charitable Trust CIO
Event Details
Every Thursday from the 2nd July to the 3rd September 2026 inclusive: Grounds open from 11:00 to 16:30 for the Christabella Charitable Trust. Picnickers welcome in designated areas.
Event Details
Every Thursday from the 2nd July to the 3rd September 2026 inclusive: Grounds open from 11:00 to 16:30 for the Christabella Charitable Trust. Picnickers welcome in designated areas.
Time
Location
Barnards Farm
Barnards Farm, Brentwood Road, West Horndon, Essex, CM13 3FY
20aug11:00 am4:30 pmThursday Garden Open Day & BMRThe Christabella Charitable Trust CIO
Event Details
Every Thursday from the 2nd July to the 3rd September 2026 inclusive: Grounds open from 11:00 to 16:30 for the Christabella Charitable Trust. Picnickers welcome in designated areas.
Event Details
Every Thursday from the 2nd July to the 3rd September 2026 inclusive: Grounds open from 11:00 to 16:30 for the Christabella Charitable Trust. Picnickers welcome in designated areas.
Time
Location
Barnards Farm
Barnards Farm, Brentwood Road, West Horndon, Essex, CM13 3FY
Event Details
11am First train – 4pm last train. £7.00 each return ticket or £10 each for a rover ticket & ride all day on as many trains as you
Event Details
11am First train – 4pm last train. £7.00 each return ticket or £10 each for a rover ticket & ride all day on as many trains as you like. No booking required just turn up on the day.
You are welcome to bring a picnic & use the tables and seating – make a day of your visit.
*Under 3’s travel free
Refreshments (teas, coffee, cake & snacks) are available.
Barnards Miniature Railway CM13 3FY
*Please note the gardens are not open (therefore no garden entry fee, just the price of the train ride) There are plenty of places to walk around – please ask at the counter for where you are permitted to walk.
Time
Location
Barnards Farm
Barnards Farm, Brentwood Road, West Horndon, Essex, CM13 3FY
27aug11:00 am4:30 pmThursday Garden Open Day & BMRThe Christabella Charitable Trust CIO
Event Details
Every Thursday from the 2nd July to the 3rd September 2026 inclusive: Grounds open from 11:00 to 16:30 for the Christabella Charitable Trust. Picnickers welcome in designated areas.
Event Details
Every Thursday from the 2nd July to the 3rd September 2026 inclusive: Grounds open from 11:00 to 16:30 for the Christabella Charitable Trust. Picnickers welcome in designated areas.
Time
Location
Barnards Farm
Barnards Farm, Brentwood Road, West Horndon, Essex, CM13 3FY
September 2026
03sep11:00 am4:30 pmThursday Garden Open Day & BMRThe Christabella Charitable Trust CIO
Event Details
Every Thursday from the 2nd July to the 3rd September 2026 inclusive: Grounds open from 11:00 to 16:30 for the Christabella Charitable Trust. Picnickers welcome in designated areas.
Event Details
Every Thursday from the 2nd July to the 3rd September 2026 inclusive: Grounds open from 11:00 to 16:30 for the Christabella Charitable Trust. Picnickers welcome in designated areas.
Time
Location
Barnards Farm
Barnards Farm, Brentwood Road, West Horndon, Essex, CM13 3FY
Event Details
11am First train – 4pm last train. £7.00 each return ticket or £10 each for a rover ticket & ride all day on as many trains as you
Event Details
11am First train – 4pm last train. £7.00 each return ticket or £10 each for a rover ticket & ride all day on as many trains as you like. No booking required just turn up on the day.
You are welcome to bring a picnic & use the tables and seating – make a day of your visit.
*Under 3’s travel free
Refreshments (teas, coffee, cake & snacks) are available.
Barnards Miniature Railway CM13 3FY
*Please note the gardens are not open (therefore no garden entry fee, just the price of the train ride) There are plenty of places to walk around – please ask at the counter for where you are permitted to walk.
Time
Location
Barnards Farm
Barnards Farm, Brentwood Road, West Horndon, Essex, CM13 3FY
October 2026
Event Details
11am First train – 4pm last train. £7.00 each return ticket or £10 each for a rover ticket & ride all day on as many trains as you
Event Details
11am First train – 4pm last train. £7.00 each return ticket or £10 each for a rover ticket & ride all day on as many trains as you like. No booking required just turn up on the day.
You are welcome to bring a picnic & use the tables and seating – make a day of your visit.
*Under 3’s travel free
Refreshments (teas, coffee, cake & snacks) are available.
Barnards Miniature Railway CM13 3FY
*Please note the gardens are not open (therefore no garden entry fee, just the price of the train ride) There are plenty of places to walk around – please ask at the counter for where you are permitted to walk.
Time
Location
Barnards Farm
Barnards Farm, Brentwood Road, West Horndon, Essex, CM13 3FY
Event Details
11am First train – 4pm last train. £7.00 each return ticket or £10 each for a rover ticket & ride all day on as many trains as you
Event Details
11am First train – 4pm last train. £7.00 each return ticket or £10 each for a rover ticket & ride all day on as many trains as you like. No booking required just turn up on the day.
You are welcome to bring a picnic & use the tables and seating – make a day of your visit.
*Under 3’s travel free
Refreshments (teas, coffee, cake & snacks) are available.
Barnards Miniature Railway CM13 3FY
*Please note the gardens are not open (therefore no garden entry fee, just the price of the train ride) There are plenty of places to walk around – please ask at the counter for where you are permitted to walk.
Time
Location
Barnards Farm
Barnards Farm, Brentwood Road, West Horndon, Essex, CM13 3FY
November 2026
Event Details
11am First train – 4pm last train. £7.00 each return ticket or £10 each for a rover ticket & ride all day on as many trains as you
Event Details
11am First train – 4pm last train. £7.00 each return ticket or £10 each for a rover ticket & ride all day on as many trains as you like. No booking required just turn up on the day.
You are welcome to bring a picnic & use the tables and seating – make a day of your visit.
*Under 3’s travel free
Refreshments (teas, coffee, cake & snacks) are available.
Barnards Miniature Railway CM13 3FY
*Please note the gardens are not open (therefore no garden entry fee, just the price of the train ride) There are plenty of places to walk around – please ask at the counter for where you are permitted to walk.
Time
Location
Barnards Farm
Barnards Farm, Brentwood Road, West Horndon, Essex, CM13 3FY
07nov5:00 pm7:00 pmWinter Lights 2026The Christabella Charitable Trust CIO
Event Details
See Thomas Heatherwick’s Sitooterie, the Belvedere and other trackside features lit up and float a candle on the lake in aid of the Children’s Society whilst being pulled
Event Details
See Thomas Heatherwick’s Sitooterie, the Belvedere and other trackside features lit up and float a candle on the lake in aid of the Children’s Society whilst being pulled along by one of our steam engines.
This is a pre-book event – More details will be available nearer the date.
Time
Location
Barnards Farm
Barnards Farm, Brentwood Road, West Horndon, Essex, CM13 3FY
08nov5:00 pm7:00 pmWinter Lights 2026The Christabella Charitable Trust CIO
Event Details
See Thomas Heatherwick’s Sitooterie, the Belvedere and other trackside features lit up and float a candle on the lake in aid of the Children’s Society whilst being pulled
Event Details
See Thomas Heatherwick’s Sitooterie, the Belvedere and other trackside features lit up and float a candle on the lake in aid of the Children’s Society whilst being pulled along by one of our steam engines.
This is a pre-book event – More details will be available nearer the date.
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
Further details and booking opening will be available nearer the date
Event Details
Further details and booking opening will be available nearer the date
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
Further details and booking opening will be available nearer the date
Event Details
Further details and booking opening will be available nearer the date
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
Further details and booking opening will be available nearer the date
Event Details
Further details and booking opening will be available nearer the date
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
Further details and booking opening will be available nearer the date
Event Details
Further details and booking opening will be available nearer the date
Time
Location
Barnards Farm
Barnards Farm, Brentwood Road, West Horndon, Essex, CM13 3FY
