Lavender Pickin’ Trains to SeaLyon Farm
Fresh Lavender, Farmstand Food, a Fantastic Family Outing
Experience a picture-perfect summer in Midcoast Maine.
Board your train at Sheepscot station for a steam-powered ride through the wild pine forests, farmlands and hamlets of the Sheepscot Valley to Top of Mountain where you’ll hop a short wagon ride to complete your journey to Alna’s famous lavender farm.
At SeaLyon Farm, pick your own lavender; peruse a plethora of lavender-themed goods; dine on farm fresh food from selected local vendors; enjoy some Maine-made beer and cider from Six River Cider; take a horse-drawn wagon ride around the farm; and partake in other fun activities.
Afterwards, we’ll ride the steam train to Sheepscot station via an extended tour of the railway to Trout Brook Preserve. Back at Sheepscot, you’ll want to explore our railyard, examine our displays, and peruse our gift shop. The entire experience takes just over 3 hours.
Ticket price includes all transportation (historic steam train and tractor/horse wagon ride) as well as parking at Sheepscot. Lavender stalks, food, refreshments, and other farm products are sold separately by SeaLyon Farm and their partners. Note that due to the nature of this event, wheelchairs can not be accommodated.
There will be an approximately 90 minute layover to pick lavender, enjoy the farm, and get a bite to eat before the narrow gauge train returns you to Sheepscot station. We look forward to seeing you on the narrow gauge!
Caboose Adventure
Ride the Lavender Pickin’ Train to SeaLyon Farm in your very own caboose!
Bring your family (or small group) for unique ride on the narrow gauge railroad! Your group (of up to 15 people) gets exclusive access to the “little red caboose” along the WW&F railway. And yes, you can ride “up top” in the cupola (although adults will need to watch their heads!)
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Quick Details
| Dates: | Saturdays, July 5th, 12th, 19th & 26th. |
| Location: | 97 Cross Road, Alna, Maine. |
| Departure Times: | 11am, 1pm, 3pm. |
| Cost: | $30.75 – Adults $20.50 – Youth (4-15) $307.50 – Group (Caboose rental for 15ppl.) Children 3 and under are free. |
| Discounts: | Discounts available for groups of 10 or more, seniors, military (active or retired), WW&F Museum members, Mass Bay RRE members, and residents of Alna, Maine. |
| Duration: | 3+ Hours. |
| Ages: | All ages. |
| Accessibility: | Climbing of 2-3 stairs is required to board the historic train. |
| Pets: | For their safety, pets are not allowed at events hosted by SeaLyon Farm. |
About SeaLyon Farm
SeaLyon Farm is situated is beautifully situated amongst the rolling woods and fields of Alna just south of Head Tide and adjacent to the WW&F’s Top of Mountain station. Wagons (horse-drawn, when available) meet every arriving train to transport each group to the farm. When horses are present (all events, except the Pig Roast Farmstand Express) everyone will have the opportunity for an extended tour of the farm and countryside aboard a horse-drawn wagon while traversing to, from, or about the farm.
Depending on the weather and nature of the event, activities and vendors at SeaLyon Farm will likely include:
- Horse wagon rides from Mike & Ace of Woodfield Farm.
- Tasty food prepared on-site from select, local vendors.
- A selection of locally-produced adult beverages (beer and cider) from Six River Cider (subject to availability.)
- Jams, salsas, and lavender products and many other goodies from the SeaLyon Farm Store.
- Maple syrup and other treats from Marcoux Family Farm.
- Additional vendors from the Wiscasset Farmers Market and other local farms, artisans, and crafters.
- A bonfire to make s’mores over, held underneath a fire pit pavilion – perfect for inclement weather.
- Lawn games such as cornhole, checkers, Connect Four, and tic-tac-toe. Plus, during the fall, Pumpkin Bowling!
- Visits with the SeaLyon Farm goats: Pumpkin, Lavender, and Honey. Additional animals may be present too.
- Exploration of the farm grounds and scenic pond.
There will be an approximately 60-90 minute layover to enjoy the farm and other activities before the narrow gauge train returns you to Sheepscot station.
SeaLyon is a working farm that grows agricultural products and raises bees for honey. As such, those who do not enjoy the outdoors or appreciate farm animals, have severe mobility issues, or wish to wear clothing/footwear that is not suitable for outdoor activities may wish to consider a train ride or other event that does not include a visit to the farm. For their safety, and the safety of the farm animals, pets are not permitted at events held at SeaLyon Farm. Please make note of the weather forecast and dress accordingly. There is very limited shelter at the farm and the train itself is not heated (or air conditioned).
The WW&F Railway partners with SeaLyon Farm throughout the year on a variety of excursions including Steam & Sleighs, Eastertime Eggspress, Pig Roast Farmstand Express, Lavender Pickin’ Trains, and Pumpkin Pickin’ Trains. SeaLyon Farm also sponsors the Victorian Christmas Marketplace which takes place at the WW&F Pavilion at Alna Center each holiday season.
Possibly my favorite activity in Maine
Going on an old train ride is cool- especially when all the people that work there love it so much. But getting to ride it to a farm? Incredible.
I have done the lavender picking and pumpkin picking experiences and loved them both! The ride is so beautiful and pleasant and the farm is super nice.
The railway and farm work together and tractors pulling trailers pick you up right at the train tracks and bring you into the farm. Sometimes you get lucky and get a horse drawn carriage if you’re first off the train!
When you get into the farm, there’s a few small businesses to look at and one or two food spots. This past week they had a loaded fries food truck which was so yummy.
They also have horse rides and carriage rides.
July is perfect for lavender picking and if you go late July you can also grab some raspberries! It is an absolutely gorgeous farm that I will continue to go to every year.
I recommend this so strongly!!!
Mackenzie T. via Yelp
Special Notes
Previous offerings of this event have sold out.
Please email info@wwfry.org to be notified if tickets become available due to cancellations or additional train times being offered.
Inclement Weather.
Unless severe weather, treacherous travel, or other unsafe conditions are predicted, the Lavender Pickin’ Train to SeaLyon Farm will operate as scheduled. However the WW&F reserves the right to modify the event to suit adverse weather conditions, which may include truncating part of the train ride, and/or substituting motive power.
Passes, Vouchers and Discounts.
We will be pleased to honor passes redeemed as the fare on the Sheepscot Valley Steam Train. Upon checkout, please select the appropriate discount for a Lifetime Pass, an Annual Pass, Alna Resident, or similar pass.
