Railworld, Railway museum and wildlife haven in Peterborough, England.
Railworld is a railway museum in Peterborough that displays trains and railway exhibits alongside natural habitats. The grounds feature ponds, waterfalls, landscaped areas, and buildings where visitors can learn about railway history and see model railways.
The museum began in 1985 on a site that formerly stored coal, founded by Reverend Richard Paten. This transformation showed how abandoned industrial land could serve new purposes.
The site blends railway heritage with nature conservation, showing how people connect industrial history with living landscapes. This combination shapes how visitors experience the whole place.
The site is about 15 minutes on foot from Peterborough Station and is easy to reach. Wear sturdy shoes because much of your visit will be on unpaved paths and outdoor areas.
The museum preserves a hover train vehicle, a rare machine that moves on air cushion instead of wheels. This technology represented a futuristic vision and is uncommon to encounter today.
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