Welcome To The South West Rail and Heritage Centre
The South West Rail and Heritage Centre, situated in Boyanup in the South West of Western Australia is dedicated to the industrial heritage of the South West. The site, a partnership between Rail Heritage WA and the Boyanup Foundation Inc, is currently home to five resident groups, all of which contribute to the common goal of preserving and growing awareness of the industrial heritage of the region.
Resident Groups
Boyanup Foundation Blacksmiths, Capel Men’s Shed, Preston River Old Machinery Group, Rail Heritage WA and South West Model Railway Group, are all open to new members and present a unique opportunity to learn new skills whilst taking an active role in ‘keeping history alive’.
On the fourth Sunday of each month, the South West Rail and Heritage Centre opens from 10am to 2pm with all resident groups working and demonstrating the techniques and skills that define their activities. Each of these Open Days has a theme which highlights an aspect of the heritage of the South West and/or promotes our resident groups and their skills and knowledge.
South West Model Railway
The South West Model Railway Group is an enthusiastic supporter of the saying “good things come in small packages” and it is true they have a diverse range of small…
Rail Heritage WA
Rail Heritage WA is the parent body to a number of rail-related heritage sites throughout the state. The South West Rail and Heritage Centre houses a representative collection of railway…
Boyanup Foundation Blacksmiths
The South West Rail and Heritage Centre often resound to the loud but enticing sounds of metal on metal as the Boyanup Foundation Blacksmiths ply their ancient trade, in a…
Capel Men’s Shed
Brandishing their enviable collection of tools and machinery, the Capel Men’s Shed members enjoy nothing more than either creating something new or restoring items to their former brilliance. Working in…
Preston River Old Machinery
Whilst the task of overseeing the maintenance and restoration of the Boyanup Foundation Inc’s collection of vintage agricultural machinery may seem daunting, there is nothing that excites this group more…
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LATEST EVENT
Come along and join us on Sunday 23 August at the South West Rail and Heritage Centre in Boyanup as we celebrate five years since Leschenault Lady returned to steam. Enjoy heritage steam train rides departing regularly throughout the day and wander through the historic collection, see blacksmiths at work, discover vintage agricultural machinery, admire detailed model railway displays, and enjoy a bite to eat from the Picnic Van.
Your session time refers to your steam train ride. You’re welcome to arrive earlier and stay after your journey to take in everything the museum has to offer. Please allow time to walk from the entry gate to the train, located at the rear of the site.
Celebrate with us on board! Available on the 10am and 11am departures, you can add our 5th Anniversary Celebration Plate for just $5. Served in the heritage buffet car as you travel, this special commemorative sweet plate has been created exclusively for this milestone event and is the perfect way to make your journey even more memorable.
We look forward to welcoming you aboard as we celebrate five years of Leschenault Lady back in steam.
Bookings at https://www.trybooking.com/DOGHP
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South West Rail and Heritage Centre: The Picnic Van
The Merriam-Webster Dictionary defines repurposing as “to give a new purpose or use to.” And on the South West Rail and Heritage Centre site, the practice of repurposing has…
