Name: Hornby Visitor Centre
Rating: 5.0

Hornby Visitor Centre

Hornby Hobbies Ltd, Westwood Industrial Estate, Westwood, Margate, Kent CT9 4JX, UK

1-99 Years

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Description

Welcome to the WonderWorks, located in Margate, The WonderWorks is based in the old factory which became home to Hornby Hobbies in 1954. The former Hornby Visitor Centre opened in 2010 and attracted hundreds of thousands of visitors from around the world.

Featured in the popular TV series ‘Hornby: A Model World’, it has provided viewers with a behind-the-scenes glimpse into Britain’s best loved model-making companies.The WonderWorks is the culmination of model journey that began over 100 years with Frank Hornby and his passion for inventing, and desire to create educational toys for his sons.

Price starts from £5.00 for Adults(18 years and over), £2.50 for Children(5-15 yrs & under 5s free) and £12.50 for Family(2 adults & up to 4 children). If you are looking for Best place for day out with kids and families then this is the perfect destination offering fun, adventure, and unforgettable memories for everyone.

Features

Paid
Host birthday parties: No

Features

The One:One Collection: From legendary locomotives and rolling stock to maintenance vehicles, large scale engineered models, vintage Hornby displays and railway memorabilia, the One:One Collection, allows visitors to get up close to Britain’s railway heritage. Your group will hear the stories behind the exhibits, learn why they matter, and see how this nationally significant collection is being brought together.
A Hobby Extravaganza: Discover Kent’s newest family attraction, The WonderWorks, an immersive experience inspired by the UK’s best known hobby brands – Hornby, Scalextric, Airfix, Corgi and Pocher. Whether you’re a speed freak, engine geek, model train hobbiest in the attic, or James Bond car fanatic, you’ll find your happy at Margate’s The WonderWorks.
Experience: The WonderWorks Experience – a unique interactive adventure where you can get hands on with our incredible models and kits, enjoy fascinating displays, and discover the history behind Britain’s best loved toys and hobbies. Paid admission applies to this area.
Shop: The WonderWorks store – Britain’s largest one-stop shop for all of the Hornby Hobbies brands, whether you’re after the latest Scalextric race set, a new locomotive for your model railway layout, or a scale model of a classic Spitfire airplane.

Facilities

Food & Drinks: The WonderWorks Café – stop by for a quick snack, coffee or lunch at our café, serving hot and cold food and drinks, all freshly prepared to order.

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Price: Paid

Price Details

Adult: £5.00.
Child (5–15): £2.50.
Concession (60+): £2.50.
Student: £2.50 (with valid ID).
Family (2 Adults & up to 4 Children): £12.50.
Adult Annual Pass: £15.00.
Family Annual Pass: £30.00.

Pricing URL: https://www.wonderworksmargate.co.uk/tickets-and-prices/

Birthday Parties

Offer Birthday Parties: No

Open: 10am – 4pm, seven days a week.

Address: Hornby Hobbies Ltd, Westwood Industrial Estate, Westwood, Margate, Kent CT9 4JX, UK

Post Code: CT9 4JX

Council: Thanet

County: Kent

By Rail: There are frequent trains from London Victoria and Charing Cross to Margate, Broadstairs and Ramsgate. Journey times are approximately 1 hour 50 minutes (Victoria).
By Bus: The Thanet Loop runs from Margate, Broadstairs, and Ramsgate. The Loop will drop you off outside the Hornby building.