Ruislip Lido Railway is operated by the Ruislip Lido Railway Society. We are all volunteers and in addition to running the railway we aim to provide a great place for the whole family to enjoy a fun and friendly day out.
There are regular and direct H13 & 331 bus services to the Lido from Ruislip Underground Station (tube zone 6). Follow the blue sign beside the car park to "Ruislip Lido Station". For directions by train or car please visit our Getting Here Page. There is a large free car park at the Lido.
Bordering the railway you will find lots to do. There is a children’s play area, a large sandy beach, and an assault course for older children. If you have a portable GPS system there is also a geo-cache to find hidden somewhere in the woods which border the railway.
Our 12” gauge railway follows a stunning route from the beach through the woodlands skirting the lake all the way round to the Water's Edge Restaurant and car park. All our trains are wheelchair, buggy and pushchair friendly.
In the Railway Room you will find a Souvenir Shop and Cafe staffed by volunteers from the Ruislip Lido Railway Society.
We aim to open every Saturday, Sunday and on Bank Holidays The shop offers a wide range of items for railway enthusiasts of all ages, including Ruislip Lido Railway branded items. We also carry an extensive range of Thomas Diecast models.
The cafe has a selection of hot and cold drinks and snacks. We offer tea, coffee, ices, biscuits, crisps, sweets and soft drinks to name but a few.
Directly next to Woody Bay Station is a large sandy beach, and a children’s playground beside the lake. It's perfect for a family afternoon out – enjoy a pleasant walk or watch the kids build sandcastles and catch some rays.
Check out the lakeside path from Woody Bay Station which leads to an Adventure Trail, a free assault course tested by children from 8 to 80. From the adventure trail you also have excellent view of the Railway's workshop area, where you can often see different types of rolling stock.
Ruislip Lido Station is located at the end of the 'Willow Lawn' which extends along the lake from the Waters Edge pub and car park. This large grassed area is a great place for a leisurely picnic or an impromptu game of cricket. Alternatively follow the path through the reeds to the lakeside bird watching hide for a chance to see migrating waterfowl at close quarters.
