Ferrymead Heritage Park, Historical theme park in Christchurch, New Zealand.

Ferrymead Heritage Park is an outdoor museum in Christchurch built around a replica Edwardian-era village. Its buildings mix replicas with genuine historic structures moved to the site, including a church, theatre, cottages, prison and Masonic lodge. A main street lined with electrified tram tracks loops around the town, and a station serves a short demonstration railway.

The land was the site of New Zealand's first railway line, which opened in 1863 connecting Ferrymead to central Christchurch. This route became a turning point in the region's transportation history and economic growth.

On major event days, typically once a month, the park's heritage societies run interactive experiences: tram and train rides, typesetting and printing demonstrations, working model railways, and hands-on use of vintage telecommunications equipment. Volunteers often dress in period costume, and the Edwardian village's main street is lined with electrified tram tracks that loop around the town.

The 44-hectare site in Heathcote Valley is reached via State Highways 74 and 76, about 7 km southeast of central Christchurch. Most exhibits are static and open at uncoordinated times, so check ahead; interactive rides and demonstrations usually happen on monthly event days. The park is run largely by volunteers.

Many visitors overlook that the machinery and vehicles throughout the park are maintained and operated by volunteer societies dedicated to specific types of transport. This hands-on approach by enthusiasts gives the place a more genuine and lived-in character.