Easter fun at the mini railway

The Portarlington Bayside Miniature Railway is the perfect family destination this Easter. (Supplied)

Bring the kids and the family down to the Portarlington Bayside Miniature Railway these Easter school holidays for a day of fun and adventure.

Perhaps it’s time for the kids to shout a day out – Easter Saturday April 16 is $2 Day at the mini railway. Train rides, food, drinks and ice creams will be priced at $2 for the entirety of the railway’s opening hours on the first Saturday of the holidays!

All good things must come to an end, except the train will still be running on Sunday April 17. Prices will return to normal on Easter Sunday, and patrons can engage in an hourly lucky draw. Of course, Easter eggs will be readily available too!

Cross your fingers and toes for some beautiful weather – bring your picnic gear and barbecue supplies for some fun in the sun, or get your lunch on location. With plenty of space for the kids to run around and play, as well as picnic tables and toilets on site, the Portarlington Bayside Miniature Railway is the perfect destination this Easter weekend.

A ride on the Portarlington Bayside Miniature Railway is an unforgettable experience. As the train departs from Point Richards Station, you’ll be overcome with the freshness of the ocean breeze as the train winds through picturesque parklands.The trains run at frequent intervals and each ride spans about ten minutes.

Located only a 30 minute drive from Geelong, it makes an ideal day trip location for families. Located right near the beach, enjoy the parks and playgrounds, walking trails, free electric barbeque facilities and kiosk.

Tickets cost $2 on Saturday April 16, and $4 on Sunday April 17, with children under the age of two able to ride for free. Family and periodical tickets are also available for purchase.

You can find the Portarlington Bayside Miniature Railway within the grounds of the Portarlington Bayside Family Park, on the corner of Point Richards Road and Boat Road, Portarlington.

The mini railway will be open on Saturday April 16 and Sunday April 17, from 11am to 4pm.

For more information, visit www.miniaturerailway.com.au or search Portarlington Bayside Miniature Railway Inc on Facebook.