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To recognise the efforts of emergency and front-line workers in 2020! From 8am – 2pm, with free kids activities & food available for purchase from The Rusty Rails Café!
All day entrainment including local favourites Junction Road, Gympie Blues Club, Aspy Jones & Minnie Marks.
JOIN US ON BOARD OUR REGULAR SERVICES & OUR HOLIDAY EXPRESS TRAINS!
There are HEAPS of additional services available over the school holidays!
Click the SPECIAL EVENTS tab for additional services!
Bookings are essential due to limited seating
CLICK HERE TO BOOK YOUR RATTLER JOURNEYPets On Board the Mary Valley Rattler!
Pets can travel on board the Rattler on Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday services subject to availability and special terms and conditions apply.
Bookings required – please phone to book your four-legged companion on board!
NOTE: Pets on Board ride is a segregated carriage from general passengers
LEARN MORELearn onboard the Mary Valley Rattler!
The Mary Valley Rattler offers an educational and fascinating journey back to a bygone era.
LEARN about the history of rail in the Gympie region
EXPERIENCE a method of travel from the past
MEET our volunteer train crew
WATCH a heritage turn-table in action
EXPLORE Historic Gympie & Amamoor Stations

Rattler Tasting Train
Our region boasts great produce and producers. Hop on board the vintage railmotor RM76 and enjoy a tasting plate on board featuring local fare and learn about the food bowl that is the Mary Valley
Bookings required. Space is limited.
BUY TICKETSOur online store is open 24-7!
Click below to explore all the goodies that we have to offer, including badges & knickknacks, copies of the Spirit of the Mary Valley documentary, gorgeous art prints, and more!
Shop nowGive the Gift of the Rattler!
Gift Vouchers are valid for three years from date of purchase.
You can purchase your vouchers below to give the wonderful gift of the Rattler!
The Mary Valley Rattler is a not for profit organisation ensuring the public has access to a historic rail experience. Donations are always greatly appreciated to keep the Spirit of the Mary Valley steaming and thriving!