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1877 built L508 “Gertie”
Avonside Engine Company, Bristol.
Train Timetable: 10.45 am, 11.45 am,
1.15 pm, 2.15 pm and 3.15 pm
Gates Open: 9am-4pm
Cafe, Photos, & Gold Panning open from 10 am.
Please note: Pets are not allowed within the main township. Registered blind low vision and service dogs are always welcome.
We recommend you allow at least 90 minutes to experience our award-winning attractions. Click image to view details.
Shantytown Heritage Park is home to the West Coast Events Centre – ideal for hosting small, intimate meetings up to large corporate events of up to 600 delegates. Read more…
A wedding at Shantytown is like no other. Private bush clad location, authentic historic church, full on-site catering and support, while stunning photo opportunities abound. Read more…
We provide hands on and active learning programmes for students aged 5-18. Our Centre offers a broad range of programmes covering all areas of the curriculum, suitable for most topic areas. If we don’t have anything you are looking for we will endeavour to create a programme which suits your learning intentions. Read more…
Shantytown is conveniently located between the West Coast’s major towns, Greymouth and Hokitika – just 3kms off the main highway (SH6).
Open Hours: 9 am – 4 pm
Closed: Christmas Day
Morning Train Times: 10.45 am & 11.45 am
Afternoon Train Times: 1.15 pm, 2.15 pm & 3.15pm
