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About Nelson » Places to go » Historic places » Founders Heritage Park » Venue hire » Train bookings
Phone 03 548 2649
View a map of the attractions at Founders Heritage Park (JPEG image opens in new window) (128KB JPG).
Office hours: Thursday –Friday 9-5pm
Email the Founders Heritage Park curator
Office hours: Monday – Friday 9-12pm
Email Founders Heritage Park bookings
Office hours: Monday – Friday 9-5pm
The Founder’s Park train is available for hire for 30-minutes excursions and festive occasions such as weddings, birthdays and barbecues.
25 people (min), 100 People (max)
1.5 hour, includes 30-minute ride
25 people (min), 100 People (max)
Take your photographs on Founders restored diesel engine or take your guests on a ride before your reception.

Prices vary due to rise and fall of diesel costs.
Ground Hire charge applies if an additional venue is not booked.
For party wagon and group bookings for the train, phone Valerie +64 03 547 6409
Last updated: 15/11/2011 4:51pm
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