South Simcoe Railway Heritage Corporation

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Record #: CAL1197 Last Modified: 22 May 2013 Last Full Update: 22 May 2013
Record Details
Social MediaWebsite Website: www.southsimcoerailway.ca/
SOCIAL_MEDIA_ICONWebsite
Description & Services
DescriptionOntario's first heritage steam railway featuring authentic Canadian steam and diesel locomotives and vintage rolling stock. This attraction offers a 55-60 minute round train trip between Tottenham and Beeton. Tickets available for purchase on the day of the excursion at Tottenham Station. 
Also offers group bookings, charters, and special parties, movie and video production facilities, and gift certificates. Baggage Car Parties are a unique way to celebrate a birthday, anniversary, retirement or other special occasions, on a Sunday or holiday Monday. Advanced bookings are required for these events.
Hours10:00 - 4:30
DatesRegular train excursions operate Sundays & holiday Mondays from Victoria Day weekend to the weekend following Canadian Thanksgiving 
Some Sunday, Monday,Tuesday excursions in Jul & Aug. Check the website for dates and times. 
For dates and departure times see website or call for information. Information on special events (Easter, Hallowe'en, Fall Colours and Christmas) can be found on the website approximately 1 month prior to the holiday
Areas ServedGreater Toronto Area
EligibilityAges: 16 year(s) and up 
 
Applicants to work on restoration projects must be capable of following direction and have a good awareness of their surroundings. Safety shoes/boots and gloves required.
ApplicationContact membership@southsimcoerailway.ca
FeesMembership - see website ; Admission: Adults $13, Seniors $11, Children (ages 2-15) $8 
Party bookings $175 for up to 20 
Guests in excess of 20 will be charged at a reduced rate  
Reservations made only by telephone or in person at the office. Reservations for special events may be made on the website or by telephone. Reservations are never accepted via email.Group bookings: please contact the office
LanguagesEnglish
Contact Information
AddressMill St W
Tottenham, ON L0G 1W0
 
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IntersectionWest onto Mill St, off Tottenham Rd (Queen St). Tottenham Rd runs north from Hwy 9, between Hwy 50 & Hwy 27.
AccessibilityPartially Accessible - call for availability
Mailing AddressBox 186 
Tottenham, ON L0G 1W0
Office Phone905-936-5815
E-Mailinfo@southsimcoerailway.ca
Websitewww.southsimcoerailway.ca
Primary ContactSherri Lusher, Corporate Secretary, South Simcoe Railway Heritage Corporation
Primary ExecutiveEric Smith, President, South Simcoe Railway Heritage Corporation
Alternate ExecutiveRobert Young, Vice-President, South Simcoe Railway Heritage Corporation
Volunteer CoordinatorSherri Lusher, Personnel Manager, South Simcoe Railway Heritage Corporation
Other Details
Service Level(50) Non Profit
Subjects
SubjectsAntiques ; Historical conservation ; Recreation ; Tourist attractions ; Tours ; Trains