Museum of Scottish Railways — Attraction in Scotland

A brilliant dayout here with children. Both adults and children are enjoying the steam train experience, Museum tour and finding the bears around!

Check official website for the train running day and timetable. We bought the tickets at station ticket office, that is the experience cannot miss. The ticket office in very 19th century stylish bring a lot of memories. Very friendly staffs and very knowledgeable! They will work out the best prices if you want the steam train trip and also the museum visit.

The return train journey is 70 mins in total, which is 25 mins each way and 20mins parking at the final destination….comfy seats with table, you can bring own snacks onboard if you like, toilet at the building also on the train. Food and hot drinks available by the platform waiting room.

Museum is over the bridge, please spend a little time along the river bank it is so beautiful! Museum last entrance is 4pm, museum closes 4:30pm, the site gate close at 4:45pm. A lot of to see in side, I would suggest minimum 1 hour here. There is a mini children play area near the entrance.

The history of British railway, especially Scottish rail, photos, uniforms, all accessories, marketing post, timetable boos, certificates, parts etc…. From 1898 GNSR Aberdeen to Royal Mail Travelling post office, nowadays Caledonia Sleeper.

A gift shop with very fair priced toys, souvenir etc…. easily spend 3-4 hours here. After taking Harry Potter Jacobite steam train and The 12 hours Dalesman train at 1st class. I can say, this museum trip is far worth the ticket cost only approx. £42 for 2 Adults and 2 Children comparing to others (£304 and £495 ).

Motor museum is not far from here please check which...

I recently had the pleasure of visiting the Bo’ness & Kinneil Railway and Museum, and I must say, it was an absolutely delightful experience from start to finish. From the moment I arrived, I was greeted with warmth and enthusiasm by the staff, who clearly have a passion for preserving and sharing the rich history of this railway and its surrounding area.

The museum itself is a treasure trove of fascinating exhibits, showcasing the evolution of rail travel and its impact on the local community. It's evident that a great deal of care and attention has gone into curating these displays, with each artifact telling its own unique story.

But perhaps the highlight of my visit was taking a ride on the beautifully restored steam trains. The feeling of stepping back in time as the locomotive chugged along the picturesque countryside was truly magical. The volunteers who operate these trains are incredibly knowledgeable and friendly, adding an extra layer of authenticity to the experience.

Overall, I can't recommend the Bo’ness & Kinneil Railway and Museum highly enough. Whether you're a history buff, a train enthusiast, or simply looking for a fun day out with the family, this charming attraction has something for everyone. I left with a newfound appreciation for the rich heritage of Scotland's railways and a smile on my face that lasted long after the...

We knew of the station but we had no idea there was a railway museum behind it! I love that after decades of exploring and visiting Scotlands attractions, I can still find new places and be surprised at how good they are. This little museum doesn't seem to be very well known and we were surprised at how quiet it was. The engines and carriages are all laid out in rows and you can go inside many of them. Some of them are still a work in progress and others have been lovingly restored. As well as the main storage area, there is also a gallery that you can visit, which allows you to watch the trains being worked on. The museum isn't large and thee isn't a cafe, however, it's directly opposite the heritage railway and there is a shop and cafe there. We managed to spend about an hour in the museum, then another hour walking around the yards and watching the various steam trains. All in all, it was a lovely day out, my kids...