Welcome to

An industrial

park like no other.

Westland Industrial Heritage Park is a working museum with a variety of exhibitions, experiences and ongoing projects on offer. The Park is 100% run by a team of dedicated volunteers, who are passionate restoring Westland's industrial past to running condition for public display. The result is a vibrant and dynamic family tourist attraction, situated in Hokitika.

The WIHP was established in 1999 following the demise of the Westland Farm and Vintage Machinery Club that operated in the 1980s. The Westland District Council made the current site of the Park within the Hokitika Aerodrome Reserve available to house both Council historic assets originally collected by the Westland County, plus a number of items from the Hokitika Museum and the Farm and Vintage Machinery Club.

Since then, the Park has evolved to become a bustling heritage centre with exhibitions covering Big Engines, a Livery, Fire Museum, Creative Heritage Hub, Tracks and Wheels, a thriving Bush Railway, and an outdoor recreation experience.

Open Wednesdays & Saturdays

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10am - 3pm

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Open Wednesdays & Saturdays • 10am - 3pm •

Big Engine Shed

See and hear from some of our restored, historic industrial machines, with a unique sound and light show.

Mudfish Bush Railway | Hokitika Industrial Park

Mudfish Railway

Bring the family and ride the Mudfish Bush Railway though a precious biodiversity area
of native West Coast bush.

Other Exhibitions

View a huge range of other exhibitions including the Colonial Sewing Centre, heritage vehicles and The Livery.

Fire engines, sawmilling and mining engines, steam and horse-drawn vehicles, wearable art and textile machinery, historic boats
and so much more.

Where can you find us?

9 Brian Waugh Lane, Hokitika 7810, New Zealand

 

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to get involved

or help us out?

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SEEKING JUNE VOLUNTEERS As you know the Westland Industrial Heritage Park is operated solely by volunteers and without them the park could not open. June is the 25th anniversary of the club and we are wanting to celebrate but in order to do so, we
SEEKING JUNE VOLUNTEERS As you know the Westland Industrial Heritage Park is operated solely by volunteers and without them the park could not open. June is the 25th anniversary of the club and we are wanting to celebrate but in order to do so, we are needing extra help from you guys! We ask that if you support, like, visit, or you simply just want to get involved at the park and have free time in June (mainly weekends) please let us know. Even if it is just for a couple of hours, it makes a huge difference. Join the community and be a part of the events and activities celebrating the parks anniversary! You can get in contact by messaging us on facebook, comment on this post or email Wihpark@gmail.com
SNEAK PEAK Here is a sneak peak of our new inventions for the kids, located in the big engine shed! Come up to the park today and meet Kerry the minion and Mac (both made out of gas bottles). They are really creative and sustainable as they have be
SNEAK PEAK Here is a sneak peak of our new inventions for the kids, located in the big engine shed! Come up to the park today and meet Kerry the minion and Mac (both made out of gas bottles). They are really creative and sustainable as they have been used from old parts including, chains, cogs, and other industrial pieces. We hope to see you up there! Email Wihpark@gmail.com for any inquires. 😊
NEW COACH IN THE LIVERY Come and visit us and view our newest edition, the lovely Foster Brothers coach, which is on display in our livery section. Foster Bros were government mail contractors and provided a coach service between Ross and South Westl
NEW COACH IN THE LIVERY Come and visit us and view our newest edition, the lovely Foster Brothers coach, which is on display in our livery section. Foster Bros were government mail contractors and provided a coach service between Ross and South Westland in the early 1900s. This particular coach was used between Ross and Weheka (Fox Glacier) until 1916 when it was put into storage. The Foster Bros claimed to have completed this journey in all weather conditions and never had an accident not once!!! Email Wihpark@gmail.com for more information 😄
THE LIVERY Have you come to visit the livery at the park recently? We welcome you to come and witness the original mode of transportation on the West Coast. There is a vast collection of whips, chains, stagecoaches, saddles, carts, and tales. The
THE LIVERY Have you come to visit the livery at the park recently? We welcome you to come and witness the original mode of transportation on the West Coast. There is a vast collection of whips, chains, stagecoaches, saddles, carts, and tales. The shed has a lot to offer and there is plenty more to see in person! Come up and visit the livery today!!😁 Email Wihpark@gmail.com for more information or any enquires.
COMPETITION TIME Can you identify what machine this is? Whoever guesses the correct answer first wins 2x free tickets on the Mudfish Railway ride. Comment your answer below and don't forget to like & share this post. Winner will be announced
COMPETITION TIME Can you identify what machine this is? Whoever guesses the correct answer first wins 2x free tickets on the Mudfish Railway ride. Comment your answer below and don't forget to like & share this post. Winner will be announced next Wednesday. 🔖🏆
SATURDAY SUCCESS & EASTER Last Saturday's Wool day with Westland creative fibre was a raging success! We want to thank everyone who came and took advantage of this awesome opportunity. It would not have been possible without the funding from crea
SATURDAY SUCCESS & EASTER Last Saturday's Wool day with Westland creative fibre was a raging success! We want to thank everyone who came and took advantage of this awesome opportunity. It would not have been possible without the funding from creative communities. We also don't want you to forget the Westland industrial heritage park loves Easter just as much as you do!! So Join us this Saturday and Sunday 10am-3pm to celebrate. The Mudfish bush railway will be operating and come have a look at the large number of restored sewing machines we have as well as our big engine shed display. Come along and meet our team of dedicated workers/ volunteers. We hope to see you there! 😃🐰
WOOL DAY -SATURDAY 23RD MARCH - FREE This Saturday, thanks to funding from Creative Communities, Westland Creative Fibre are hosting a wool focussed workshop. It will be held in the new Tracks and Wheels shed. It is free and suitable for ALL ages
WOOL DAY -SATURDAY 23RD MARCH - FREE This Saturday, thanks to funding from Creative Communities, Westland Creative Fibre are hosting a wool focussed workshop. It will be held in the new Tracks and Wheels shed. It is free and suitable for ALL ages - you can watch a sheep being shorn, then learn about and help process the wool, before having a go at making it into something!! Have a go at washing, carding, spinning, knitting, crochet, weaving or even felt your own worm!! No need to sign up!! There will also be a sausage sizzle🌭 Contact Wihpark@gmail.com for any questions. We hope to see you there 😁
VOLUNTEERING Don't forget the Westland Industrial Heritage Park is operated by 100% volunteers! This is why we need your help! We are reminding all Westland locals that without you we cannot operate! Join our amazing/ passionate team, it doesn't ma
VOLUNTEERING Don't forget the Westland Industrial Heritage Park is operated by 100% volunteers! This is why we need your help! We are reminding all Westland locals that without you we cannot operate! Join our amazing/ passionate team, it doesn't matter whatever age you are! Just come along with a 'can do' positive attitude and you can help man a sausage sizzle, facilitate park tours/ workshops, take care of office admin and marketing, or the know-how (or interest in learning how) to restore and preserve various heritage machinery. If you're interested, please get in touch by emailing wihpark@gmail.com or visiting our new website😄.
SEEKING JUNE VOLUNTEERS As you know the Westland Industrial Heritage Park is operated solely by volunteers and without them the park could not open. June is the 25th anniversary of the club and we are wanting to celebrate but in order to do so, we SNEAK PEAK Here is a sneak peak of our new inventions for the kids, located in the big engine shed! Come up to the park today and meet Kerry the minion and Mac (both made out of gas bottles). They are really creative and sustainable as they have be NEW COACH IN THE LIVERY Come and visit us and view our newest edition, the lovely Foster Brothers coach, which is on display in our livery section. Foster Bros were government mail contractors and provided a coach service between Ross and South Westl THE LIVERY Have you come to visit the livery at the park recently? We welcome you to come and witness the original mode of transportation on the West Coast. There is a vast collection of whips, chains, stagecoaches, saddles, carts, and tales. The COMPETITION TIME Can you identify what machine this is? Whoever guesses the correct answer first wins 2x free tickets on the Mudfish Railway ride. Comment your answer below and don't forget to like & share this post. Winner will be announced SATURDAY SUCCESS & EASTER Last Saturday's Wool day with Westland creative fibre was a raging success! We want to thank everyone who came and took advantage of this awesome opportunity. It would not have been possible without the funding from crea WOOL DAY -SATURDAY 23RD MARCH - FREE This Saturday, thanks to funding from Creative Communities, Westland Creative Fibre are hosting a wool focussed workshop. It will be held in the new Tracks and Wheels shed. It is free and suitable for ALL ages VOLUNTEERING Don't forget the Westland Industrial Heritage Park is operated by 100% volunteers! This is why we need your help! We are reminding all Westland locals that without you we cannot operate! Join our amazing/ passionate team, it doesn't ma

Whether you’re interested in giving your time as a volunteer or making a donation towards the Park’s projects, we would love to hear from you.