Victorian Goldfields Railway

Victorian Goldfields Railway is an authentic volunteer run steam railway linking historic gold mining towns of Castlemaine and Maldon in Central Victoria.

Family fun – take the kids for a memorable day out. Watch the world go by from your family compartment as the steam train puffs up the hills.

First Class – for a touch of class step back in time to an era of elegance when the journey was as important as the destination. Ride on the end viewing platform on the parlour car. Enjoy a drink from the fully stocked bar.

Catch the train for a return trip from Castlemaine or Maldon stations. Castlemaine is 90 minutes from Melbourne by car on the Calder Freeway. For a wonderful day out, leave the car behind and use your Myki to catch the V/Line train from Melbourne to Castlemaine where you simply change platforms to catch the steam train.

After a leisurely 45 minute train ride you have time in historic Maldon to enjoy lunch at a pub or cafe and then relax on the train (maybe enjoying a drink from the bar in first-class) back to Castlemaine.

Trains run Sundays, Fridays and school holiday Saturdays. Visit the website for more information.

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Castlemaine Railway Station, Castlemaine, Victoria, 3450

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   Mark Arkinstall 
 14 September 2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Wonderful park set in a picturesque location. The park itself is beautifully maintained and a short walk to the Mills complex and an excellent pub. Staff are friendly,  helpful and welcoming.  We've stayed a couple of times now on an ensuite site and have highly recommended this park to friends and family. Looking forward to our next visit.
  
 
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   Libby Thompson 
 12 September 2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We stayed here in our little van. It’s a nice clean park in a great location. We enjoyed a peaceful stay. Great service. Clean amenities. Friendly staff :)
  
 
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   Emma Steel 
 6 September 2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I can’t fault this caravan park. The 60’s vintage caravan is beyond perfect for a solo traveller. Very clean and comfortable. The check in and arrival process was contactless, which is just an absolute delight.
  
 
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   DIANNE Keller 
 12 July 2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. First time staying with caravan and 2 dogs.Digs have never camped before they were great Stayed in our caravan staff very polite and helpful. Friendly park. Highly recommend will be back again

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