Wat Tyler Country Park

30/08/2025

Only 2 days left of the school summer holidays and what a summer it has been. We finally reopened the railway after a restoration from a delapidated state. Trains have not been run like this since 2019.

Thank you to all our wonderful customers, the support has been overwhelming. Also thank you to our amazing volunteers who have worked tirelessly to maintain a good daily service throughout the holiday, never missing a single day since we reopened.

We will be open Saturdays/Sundays from 11am until 4pm until the end of September.

22/08/2025

The Wat Tyler Visitor Centre car park has been re-hatched to help make it clearer where the parking bays are. Please be mindful of the "keep clear" areas and the "coach bay", these are in constant use and should not be blocked, thank you.

14/08/2025

Miniature Railway Q&A

Q. What days and times does it run?
A. All week during the school holidays, 11am - 4pm, but please check Basildon Miniature Railway page before you set out, for current times.

Q. How often do they run and how long is the trip?
A. The trip takes 20 minutes and runs every 30 minutes to allow for boarding time.

Q. How much does it cost, and does it take card?
A. It is £4 per person, it accepts card and cash.

Q. Where is the Station and where do I get tickets?
A. Tickets can be bought at the platform. The Station is at the Green Centre, at the back of their car park. Please use What3Words ///giving.snacks.extra

All Aboard! 🚂

08/08/2025

Some of our lovely customers enjoying a mid summer train ride in our open coaches.

Over the weekend there is a change to our planned opening times:

Saturday 9th August - 2pm
This is to allow for a full track inspection

Sunday 10th August - 12:30pm
Due to a planned event

08/08/2025

Just a quick update that the miniature railway will be opening at 12:30pm on Sunday a little later than usual.

02/08/2025

We are so excited to see the train back up and running here at the park 😀

22/07/2025

Not long until the Miniature Railway graces us with their presence at Wat Tyler.
Please read the below post on safety and how important it is to us all.

21/07/2025

Step into the past this summer with The Museum of Living History at Wat Tyler Country Park (5th–14th August). This immersive family experience includes a 45-minute interactive theatre performance followed by a 40-minute heritage arts workshop where visitors can create their own medieval-inspired keepsakes. Tickets are just £5 per person, with no booking fee – an entertaining and affordable summer activity for all ages.

Please contact Unpuzzled direct to book.

17/07/2025

Summer holiday activities for 2025.

03/07/2025

"TOTs did wonders for my son, he gained so much confidence'

This inclusive group is open to babies and children age 5 years and under with any additional need, their parents, carers and grandparents.

At our next session on 8th July, the theme will be 'Super Sensory'. Click on the link to book your places: https://buff.ly/w3GZZfv

20/05/2025

06/05/2025