Brayshaw Heritage Park

Welcome to Brayshaw Heritage Park

Located in Blenheim, Marlborough, Brayshaw Heritage Park is home to a unique collection of heritage organisations, museums, working displays, historic buildings, and community groups dedicated to preserving the region’s past.
A journey through time that enriches your understanding of Blenheim’s past.

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Free Entry

Free parking. Accessible on public bus routes. Wheelchair access. Toilets. Scenic pathways. Spacious lawns for playing. Picnic spots.

Open daily

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Riverside Railway and Modellers

Trains run from Brayshaw Station to both Omaka and Beaver Station in Central Blenheim. Mini railway engine rides, model making and displays.

Every 1st & 3rd Sunday

Opening days and times

Marlborough Museum

Wairau Boulder Bank archaeology exhibition & MORE. Marlborough Archives are part of the Museum complex Open Tuesday and Thursday, 11 - 3

Open Sunday, Tuesday, Thursday 11 - 3

Marlborough Heritage Day

Annual open day

6 February

All events

Marlborough Heritage Park in Blenheim

Established in 1968 and inspired by the vision of Norman Brayshaw, the park has grown into a vibrant heritage destination where visitors can explore Marlborough’s farming, transport, railway, modelling, woodworking, and local history traditions.

Brayshaw Heritage Park is maintained and supported by passionate volunteers and community organisations who continue to preserve and share Marlborough’s stories, skills, machinery, and collections for future generations.
Whether you are visiting the museum, enjoying a heritage open day, exploring vintage machinery and vehicles, or simply taking a walk through the grounds, there is always something to discover.

The park is located just 4.5 km from Blenheim’s town center. Public bus routes towards Redwoodtown make visiting easy, and pathways accommodate walking and mobility aids.

Brayshaw Heritage Park in Blenheim

Events and Activities

Brayshaw Heritage Park hosts a dynamic range of events and activities for all ages. From vintage displays to interactive demonstrations, there’s always something to enjoy throughout the year in Blenheim.

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Visiting the park

The park is home to the Beavertown Replica Village, recreating Blenheim’s historical street scenes for an immersive visitor experience. Scenic pathways, open lawns, and shaded picnic spots provide a welcoming environment to enjoy both nature and history.

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