Whats happening; junior modelling; family trip; Modelling workshops; model railway

Welcome to Pendon Museum

A glimpse of English rural life around 1930 through extraordinary miniature dioramas featuring railways, villages and landscapes.

Due to a temporary issue with our building, unfortunately the museum will not be open this weekend. 

We will update this message when we have more information and we apologise for any inconvenience caused.

What's happening at Pendon

Madder Valley Railway running day

Madder Valley Railway running day

Visit John Ahern's historical model rail layout from the 1940s

Come and see trains running on this pioneering model railway which only runs a select few days a year. We also have a newly published visitor guidebook on sale!


Junior Model Making

Junior Model Making

Hands-on model making for children aged 6-14

Free drop-in model making sessions for children on selected dates throughout the year.

Scenic Modelling Courses

Scenic Modelling Courses

Model Making Courses For Adults

Scenic Modelling courses for adults covering a range of topics.

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