Theme Parks · Surrey
Malden and District Society of Model Engineers Ltd
📍 KT7 0LE
Photo: Marathon (CC BY-SA 2.0), via Wikimedia Commons
- Live steam miniature railway operations
- Long-established model engineering society
- Operates the Thames Ditton Miniature Railway
- Long-standing presence at current site
This society is run by model engineering enthusiasts who operate the Thames Ditton Miniature Railway, with a particular focus on live steam miniature railways and all the work involved in running and maintaining them. The group covers all aspects of model engineering and has a long history, having existed for 86 years and been based at its current site for 74 years. It suits visitors interested in miniature railways, engineering and steam-powered models. The attraction is located in Elmbridge, with Thames Ditton station just 0.5 miles away for easy access, Ham and Kingston on the River Thames 3.2 miles off for a scenic addition to your day, and 42 bookable places to stay within 5 miles if you fancy making a longer visit of it.
Practical details
- Best for
- Model engineering enthusiasts and railway fans
From the attraction's own website on 29 Sep 2026 — check before you travel.
Facilities
- ✓ Takeaway Food
- ✓ Toilets
- ✓ Gift Shop
- ✓ Picnic Area
- ✓ Parking
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Make a proper break of it — these stays are all within 25 miles.
0.7 mi
1.4 mi
1.5 mi
Mitre Hotel
✓ Boutique riverside hotel on the Thames in East Molesey
🏖️ 2.08 miles from Ham and Kingston, River Thames
East Molesey
1.6 mi
Hill Rise Cottage
🏖️ 2.04 miles from Ham and Kingston, River Thames
London, Southern England
Sleeps 12
£4,196 per break
Check availability
1.6 mi
The Lion Gate Mews
✓ Luxury self-catering apartments in refurbished 18th century stables
🏖️ 1.82 miles from Ham and Kingston, River Thames
East Molesey
1.6 mi
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🚆 Or come by train
- Thames Ditton 0.5 miles
- Hinchley Wood 0.7 miles
- Esher 0.9 miles
Straight-line distances · live departures on each station page