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Monday 11am - 5pm Tuesday 11am - 5pm Wednesday 11am - 5pm Thursday 11am - 5pm Friday 11am - 5pm Saturday 11am - 5pm Sunday 11am - 5pm

West Cork Model Railway Village

Name: West Cork Model Railway Village
Address: Inchydoney Road, Clonakilty, P85HR26, IE
Telephone: +353238833224
Price range: ££

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🚂 Ireland’s only Model Village 🚂
Model Trains | Road Train | Diggers
Boats | Play Areas | Cafe Enjoy remote control boats, mini diggers, outdoor play area.

As Ireland's only Model Village, the West Cork Model Railway Village in Clonakilty, Co. Cork is a fully scaled handmade model of the old West Cork Railway Line with fully working trains and the towns that the railway served during the 1940s. Take a spin on our iconic Road Train through the beautiful town of Clonakilty. Relax and enjoy a cup of coffee/tea in our cafe or visit our Gift Shop.

25/10/2026

👻 Halloween fun at the Model Village! 👻

🧙‍♀️ Step into The Haunted Village and discover a miniature West Cork that’s been taken over by witches, ghosts, skeletons and mummies! Expect spooky figures, creepy surprises and plenty of Halloween fun.

🚂 Hop aboard the spooky Road Train & enjoy a tour through Clonakilty.

👹 New Monster Treasure Trail! Can you spot all the monsters hiding around the Model Village?

🕚 Open daily 11:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Last entry at 4:00 p.m.

22/10/2026

🔹Model Village Lotto 🔹
Next draw takes place on Thursday 29th October for a jackpot of €8,100.

Tickets can be bought online: https://modelvillage.short.gy/model-village-lotto

Tickets are also available from the Model Village & the following outlets in Clonakilty: Fiddlers Green Bar, Londis, O’Donovan’s Hotel and the Brewery Bar. Tickets are €2 or three for €5.

Lucky Dip prizes can be collected from the Town Hall in Clonakilty. Postcode: P85 HX67

19/10/2026

We at the Model Village wish to extend our heartfelt condolences to the Long family on the passing of Mel, our former Road Train driver and dearly beloved friend.

Mel was a familiar and friendly face to so many of our visitors and a highly valued member of our team.

We extend our deepest sympathies to his family and friends at this difficult time.

Rest in peace Mel.

16/10/2026

We're looking forward to welcoming West Cork Vintage Club to the Model Village this Sunday 18th October.

Come see the vintage cars on display in the carpark until 12:00 p.m.

15/10/2026

🔹Model Village Lotto 🔹

Next draw takes place on Thursday 22nd October for a jackpot of €8,000.

Tickets can be bought online: https://modelvillage.short.gy/model-village-lotto

Tickets are also available from the Model Village & the following outlets in Clonakilty: Fiddlers Green Bar, Londis, O’Donovan’s Hotel and the Brewery Bar. Tickets are €2 or three for €5.

Lucky Dip prizes can be collected from the Town Hall in Clonakilty. Postcode: P85 HX67

08/10/2026

🔹Model Village Lotto 🔹
Next draw takes place on Thursday 15th October for a jackpot of €7,900.

Tickets can be bought online: https://modelvillage.short.gy/model-village-lotto

Tickets are also available from the Model Village & the following outlets in Clonakilty: Fiddlers Green Bar, Londis, O’Donovan’s Hotel and the Brewery Bar. Tickets are €2 or three for €5.

Lucky Dip prizes can be collected from the Town Hall in Clonakilty. Postcode: P85 HX67

06/10/2026

🎃 October at the Model Village! 🚂

Highlights to enjoy this month ⬇️

👻 The Haunted Village is back! Step into The Haunted Village and discover a miniature West Cork that’s been taken over by witches, ghosts, skeletons and mummies! Expect spooky figures, creepy surprises and plenty of Halloween fun.

🚘 West Cork Vintage Club will display their cars on Sunday 18th October in the Model Village carpark. Come view the cars which will be on show until 12:00 p.m.

👶 Baby & Toddler Mornings continue every Monday & Thursday mornings in October. Baby Massage classes with Midwife Kellie continue on Fridays and drop in classes are available to book.

🚂 Hop aboard the Road Train and tour the town in style. Check the Road Train slide for more information on the October timetable or visit our website for more information.

Open daily 11:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. | Last entry at 4pm.

Save this post for your Midterm Break day out inspiration and tag someone who needs a little Model Village adventure!

02/10/2026

👻 THE HAUNTED VILLAGE IS BACK! 👻

Something spooky is happening at the Model Village this Halloween.

🧙‍♀️ Step into The Haunted Village and discover a miniature West Cork that’s been taken over by witches, ghosts, skeletons and mummies! Expect spooky figures, creepy surprises and plenty of Halloween fun.

🚂 Hop aboard the spooky Road Train & enjoy a tour through Clonakilty.

🎃 Take on our Halloween Treasure Trail! Can you spot all the monsters hiding around the Model Village?

🕚 Open daily 11:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. [Last entry: 4:00 p.m.]

Gather your little witches, ghosts and monsters and join us for some spooktacular family fun this Midterm!

01/10/2026

🔹Model Village Lotto 🔹
Next draw takes place on Thursday 8th October for a jackpot of €7,800.

Tickets can be bought online: https://modelvillage.short.gy/model-village-lotto
Tickets are also available from the Model Village & the following outlets in Clonakilty: Fiddlers Green Bar, Londis, O’Donovan’s Hotel and the Brewery Bar. Tickets are €2 or three for €5.

Lucky Dip prizes can be collected from the Town Hall in Clonakilty. Postcode: P85 HX67

26/09/2026

September Sunshine! 😍

The Model Village is open daily 11:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Last entry at 4pm.

Address

Inchydoney Road
Clonakilty
P85HR26

Opening Hours

Monday	11am - 5pm
Tuesday	11am - 5pm
Wednesday	11am - 5pm
Thursday	11am - 5pm
Friday	11am - 5pm
Saturday	11am - 5pm
Sunday	11am - 5pm

Telephone

+353238833224

Website

https://modelvillage.ie/

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