Local Attractions

LOCAL ATTRACTION: SOUTH SIMCOE STEAM TRAIN – ALL ABOARD!!!
Canada is the only country in the world with a constitution linking its formation to the building of a railway. British Columbia threatened to join the United States if it was not given its own line, so four thousand miles of iron road were driven from the Atlantic to the Pacific and trains have played a crucial part in Canada's history ever since.

On November 7th, 1885, the famous "Last Spike" was driven to complete the Canadian Pacific Railway's transcontinental line, formally linking Canada together as a nation. One of the steam locomotives that was used to build that line is South Simcoe Railway Heritage Corporation's #136, which still operates on special public excursions each summer on the South Simcoe Railway.

DO IT DIFFERENT ON A TRAIN!
Celebrate a birthday, anniversary, retirement or any other occasion in a unique way - aboard the baggage car section of the train as it travels through the rural countryside.

Parties are available on any Sunday or holiday Monday departure from Victoria Day weekend through to Thanksgiving only.

One flat rate includes return fares for 20 passengers and a personalized, locomotive-shaped cake.

Today you and your family can enjoy an exciting trip aboard this vintage steam train! Marvel at the scenic splendour as you travel through the rolling hills of Beeton Creek Valley on a return journey that takes just under an hour. All the while be amazed by the informative commentary by our friendly Conductor. Railway collectibles? Memorabilia? Unique gift ideas? We have it all at the gift shop.

Rides depart from the South Simcoe Railway station in downtown Tottenham, 20 km west of Highway 400 on Highway 9. Across the road is a conservation park with swimming, camping and picnicing, and friendly local shops and restaurants are just a block away.

Sunday's and holiday Monday from Victoria Day Weekend through to Thanksgiving, plus Monday's and Tuesdays during July & August.

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