Make tracks to Thirlmere and go loco for a day.
The Rail Heritage Centre at Thirlmere is located in the picturesque foothills of the Southern Highlands. A day at the Centre is a memorable and enriching experience for visitors of all ages.
Thirlmere has long been the home to Australia's biggest collection of heritage trains and enthusiastic volunteers.
There is plenty to see and do for all ages - see our trains in a new light in the upgraded display hall, watch the drama of the working turntable; and see into the heart of the workshop of the first roundhouse built in Australia in 50 years.
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Explore our collection
The Rail Heritage Centre collection is diverse - everything from railway posters to steam engines.
Find out about our upgrade project
The upgrade of the Rail Heritage Centre at Thirlmere is part of the NSW Government's commitment to conserving the state's rail heritage.
Meet the Heritage Centre partners
The upgrade is being developed in partnership with RailCorp's Office of Rail Heritage and NSW Rail Transport Museum.
31 August 2010
Rail Heritage Update (Winter 2010)
The Rail Heritage Centre at Thirlmere is being transformed, with work on track for an official opening early in 2011.
13 July 2010
New gates for Thirlmere level crossing
The final installation of heritage style gates on the level crossing Oaks Rd, Thirlmere will commence next week.
16 June 2010
First train over Thirlmere's upgraded railway crossing
Safety improvements at the Oaks Road, Thirlmere railway level crossing are on track, with the first train using the upgraded crossing to travel to Sydney on Friday 11 June.
10 November 2009
Rail Heritage Centre provides opportunities for young talent to shine
Project Engineer, Daniel Bosley from Robsons was awarded the Young Achiever of the Year by the Permanent Way Institute (PWI) on Friday 30 October.
10 November 2009
Upgrade of Rail Heritage Centre - final stage
The upgrade of the facilities at the Rail Heritage Centre at Thirlmere is continuing.