Model Railroading in Clécy (14) - Clécy

Helen B.

The model railway is wonderful - huge, with so much detail - and lots of love has gone into making it.
During the visit you have a guided tour session to view the railway, plus the chance to go on a small train around the grounds, and visit the lime kilns. There is a nice cafe and playground on site as well as shop and toilets. As a result we spent more time here than expected and it felt like good value for money.

Jeanette G.

Very friendly family business.
The model train layout was fascinating.
It was an enjoyable trip.

Jen A.

Perfect spot for children of all ages. The miniature train set up is amazing, built over the last 50 years. The children loved being able to stand on the railing to really see all the detail.
A ride on the train was next then some jumping on the inflatable train. Non stop action.
We enjoyed delicious afternoon tea as well.
Highly recommend a visit.

Chay J.

The sheer size of the set is amazing. It is also interactive and so it is great for kids and adults. The food looks a little expensive, but the quality meets it perfectly. There is a large area next to the restaurant where children can play as well as a large 'bouncy train'. As a family, we thoroughly enjoyed our visit.

Colin B.

Family run attraction with excellent model railway layout.
Also has limekiln, ride on mini train trip, gardens and onsite cafe.

Mike M.

Ok but not for model rail enthusiasts. We travelled some distance for this since the advertising suggested a high quality very large layout. I'm sure the flyers exaggerate the size of the layout and what's there is a very simplistic over busy, toy-like layout which you are limited to half an hour to view, much of which is in the dark (pretty lights for sure but too long not seeing much). The layout is a mix of French and German stock and is crammed full static rolling stock and locos as well as traffic jams of lorry's. There plenty of fun features to spot and button activated animations to engage the kids. All in all not terribly realistic but quite fun. The garden railway is also limited to one ride per ticket and isn't all that special. There's not a lot else to see so you could be done in 90 mins without rushing. Fun for kids and reasonably priced but don't travel an hour to see it like we did, expecting a whole days railwaying fun

Gareth J.

First of all, the train layout is fantastic. A lot of attention to detail and it looks great.
The not so good... Access to the model train building is limited to around 30 mins. You are allowed in as a group and then ushered out half an hour later. The trains only run during this time and you can't stay and watch them.
It's a little disappointing when your paying almost €10 to get in per person.
The food on site is not good value for money. There are no vegetarian options (even the cheese on toast is pre made off site). It's not cheap and is very basic (assuming they even have the things you might want in stock).
The pizza and chips (which is around €10 also), is a mini frozen pizza with around 8 flakes of grated cheese on it.
There is a mini train ride which you can also go on once and lasts around 4 minutes.
On site, there is a bouncy castle (well, train), the model railway and a mini railway ride to entertain kids... It takes around an hour in total.

For a family of 4... We've spent almost €80 here on what I'd probably not want to spend more than €20. The place has potential but just isn't engaging enough for what it actually costs.
Would we come again? No.
Would we recommend it to others, possibly... But I'd make it clear that the price is far higher than similar attractions considering the amount of time and engagement you have.
I wouldn't recommend the food or drink... Even a coffee was €3.80.

Stephen S.

Wonderful, magical model railway. Even Mrs. S thought it sublime when put into night mode. One of those attractions built by one-man and his son that France does so well.