West Cork Model Railway Village

West Cork Model Railway Village

West Cork Model Railway Village
4.5
11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Monday
11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday
11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday
11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday
11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday
11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday
11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday
11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
About
As Ireland's only Model Village, the West Cork Model Railway Village in Clonakilty, Co. Cork is a fully scaled handmade model of the old West Cork Railway Line with fully working trains and the towns that the railway served during the 1940s. Follow the miniature trains through West Cork, steer the remote control boats, try out the mini diggers. Enjoy Road Train tours of Clonakilty. Cafe & Gift shop onsite.
Duration: 1-2 hours
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  • Bernie S
    Belfast, United Kingdom660 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Afternoon visit
    We visited while staying in Inchydoney. We are three senior citizens. We’ll worth a visit for about an hour or so. Really great reproduction of local towns. We did not have grandchildren with us but there is an outdoor playground and you can drive boats (at an extra charge) or operate diggers ( also extra charge). Cafe and toilets available and also small gift shop. Easy parking and plenty of signboards giving information.
    Visited July 2023
    Traveled with friends
    Written July 3, 2023
  • Travelhog212
    Dublin, Ireland119 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    A surprising highlight to our trip!
    Amazing little place ! This place surprised me. The models were done to perfection and the park / area was immaculate. I do not think it was worth €30 entry however that been said the whole family really enjoyed it inc the tweens. Also when you see the level of work etc that needs to go into this I really can understand it. So would I recommend it, 100%
    Visited July 2023
    Traveled with family
    Written July 31, 2023
  • AuroraHerman
    Cork, Ireland17 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Pleasantly surprised
    My partner and I were there for an hour and a half. The miniatures are definitely worth seeing and the ticket prices are just right. The place is in good condition and taken care of. We were pleasantly surprised by the fully functioning drivable mini-boats which give you an opportunity to remotely operate them for quite a long time for just a euro.
    Visited August 2023
    Traveled as a couple
    Written August 9, 2023
  • Heather F
    17 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    A must see
    All our family really enjoyed our visit to The Model Railway Village. It's s a beautiful, well thought out display of model trains traveling around miniture local villages and towns. We also did the train ride around Clonakilty which was really enjoyable, plus we got told some of the history of the area while on our journey
    Visited August 2023
    Traveled with family
    Written August 12, 2023
  • NaomiDon
    Dublin, Ireland21 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    A must see in Clonakilty
    Our family (from 18 months to 69 years old) had a fantastic afternoon at the Model Railway Village. The model towns and train lines are fascinating the addition of the Alien Hunt had the adults (more so than the kids) really enthralled! The cafe and gift shop, indoor and outdoor play areas and train carriages see added bonuses. A trip round Clonakilty on "Choo Choo" the road train, is a must!
    Visited August 2023
    Traveled with family
    Written August 12, 2023
  • coffeeandbooks
    23 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Trip to clonakilty
    I had been here years ago as a child and enjoyed it but seeing it as an adult I can say I thoughly enjoyed it . It is so well done all the little west cork villages . While I visited and it was off peak season and the cafe /road train were closed I still enjoyed this so much
    Visited January 2024
    Traveled solo
    Written January 11, 2024
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garfield5
Wexford, Ireland41 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jan 2024 • Friends
this is just adorable seeing the villages/towns in miniature form beautifully maitainted we were two adults visiting but would recommend for kids
Written January 14, 2024
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coffeeandbooks
23 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jan 2024 • Solo
I had been here years ago as a child and enjoyed it but seeing it as an adult I can say I thoughly enjoyed it . It is so well done all the little west cork villages . While I visited and it was off peak season and the cafe /road train were closed I still enjoyed this so much
Written January 11, 2024
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nohova
Dublin, Ireland13 contributions
1.0 of 5 bubbles
Dec 2023 • Family
Very poor experience here, why do parents have to pay for Xmas Polar Express when it is just for kids.! A Polish lady in reception caused a lot of unnecessary chaos.
Written December 25, 2023
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NaomiDon
Dublin, Ireland21 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Aug 2023 • Family
Our family (from 18 months to 69 years old) had a fantastic afternoon at the Model Railway Village. The model towns and train lines are fascinating the addition of the Alien Hunt had the adults (more so than the kids) really enthralled! The cafe and gift shop, indoor and outdoor play areas and train carriages see added bonuses. A trip round Clonakilty on "Choo Choo" the road train, is a must!
Written August 12, 2023
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Heather F
17 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Aug 2023 • Family
All our family really enjoyed our visit to The Model Railway Village. It's s a beautiful, well thought out display of model trains traveling around miniture local villages and towns. We also did the train ride around Clonakilty which was really enjoyable, plus we got told some of the history of the area while on our journey
Written August 12, 2023
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.

ellenscheu
Cork, Ireland10 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Aug 2023 • Family
My toddler fell in love with this place. Could not have enough of it. The little towns and trains are lovely and a treat for the whole family.
Written August 10, 2023
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AuroraHerman
Cork, Ireland17 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Aug 2023 • Couples
My partner and I were there for an hour and a half. The miniatures are definitely worth seeing and the ticket prices are just right. The place is in good condition and taken care of.
We were pleasantly surprised by the fully functioning drivable mini-boats which give you an opportunity to remotely operate them for quite a long time for just a euro.
Written August 9, 2023
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Daniel K
London, UK11 contributions
3.0 of 5 bubbles
Aug 2023 • Family
More for younger children. Quite expensive given that there is some model railway trains and could spend half an hour if you are not waiting for the road train.
Written August 3, 2023
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Travelhog212
Dublin, Ireland119 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jul 2023 • Family
Amazing little place ! This place surprised me. The models were done to perfection and the park / area was immaculate. I do not think it was worth €30 entry however that been said the whole family really enjoyed it inc the tweens. Also when you see the level of work etc that needs to go into this I really can understand it. So would I recommend it, 100%
Written July 31, 2023
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.

Bernie S
Belfast, UK660 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Jul 2023 • Friends
We visited while staying in Inchydoney. We are three senior citizens. We’ll worth a visit for about an hour or so. Really great reproduction of local towns. We did not have grandchildren with us but there is an outdoor playground and you can drive boats (at an extra charge) or operate diggers ( also extra charge). Cafe and toilets available and also small gift shop. Easy parking and plenty of signboards giving information.
Written July 3, 2023
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.

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WEST CORK MODEL RAILWAY VILLAGE: All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go (with Photos)

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West Cork Model Railway Village is open:
  • Sun - Sat 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM