0832781490

Hilton Steam Heritage Association

Hilton Steam Heritage AssociationHilton Steam Heritage AssociationHilton Steam Heritage Association

Hilton Steam Heritage Association

Hilton Steam Heritage AssociationHilton Steam Heritage AssociationHilton Steam Heritage Association

0832781490

Celebrating and safeguarding South Africa's rich rail history.

Preserving Our Railway Heritage

Preserving Our Railway HeritagePreserving Our Railway HeritagePreserving Our Railway Heritage

Celebrating and safeguarding South Africa's rich rail history.

Preserving Our Railway Heritage

Preserving Our Railway HeritagePreserving Our Railway HeritagePreserving Our Railway Heritage

Preserving Our Steam Heritage Together

Our Mission

The Hilton Steam Heritage Association is dedicated to preserving the rich history of the Hilton Station and steam locomotives.

 We aim to educate future generations about the significance of this heritage through various outreach programs and exhibitions.

Exploring the rich tapestry of our past: A visual journey through Hilton Steam Heritage Association's history

Frequently Asked Questions

Please reach us at fryer.gb@gmail.com if you cannot find an answer to your question.


Hilton station is situated north of Pietermaritzburg on the original N G R mainline. The station was built in 1888. The station consists of the main station building and goods shed. Hilton Station has a slightly curved platform. The main building houses a museum. It is the only station of its type left on the original main line. The film Cry the Beloved Country was shot here, as have been some early morning TV Body Beat shows and a couple of other documentaries.


The station yard consists of a mainline and 2 loops, plus a couple of dead end lines. There are still 2 kilometers of mainline remaining towards Sweetwater’s and in the opposite direction towards Cedara, a distance of five and a half kilometers, where the line joins the current main Durban to Johannesburg line.

There is a section of line about 300 meters where the sleepers and track have been stolen.


Hilton Steam Heritage Association was founded in 2011 by a group of passionate individuals who wanted to preserve historic buildings and landmarks in their community.

Hilton Steam Heritage Association specializes in preserving a wide range of historic buildings, including but not limited to the main Station building, the Good shed, station master's office as well as restoration of wagons on the property.

Yes, there are various school tours that frequent Hilton Station.

Yes!

There are various businesses.

You will find there is a coffee shop on the premises.

We have an Antique furniture business.

The Signal room houses various Historical artifacts that is available for viewing.

Not at the moment.

Contact Us

Find out how you can help!

There are so many ways to support our mission. Contact us to find out more about volunteer opportunities, fundraising events, and ways to get our message to your community.

Hilton Steam Heritage Association

31 Hilton Ave, Hilton, Pietermaritzburg, 3245, South Africa

0832781490

Hours

Mon

09:00 – 15:00

Tue

09:00 – 15:00

Wed

09:00 – 15:00

Thu

09:00 – 15:00

Fri

09:00 – 15:00

Sat

09:00 – 15:00

Sun

09:00 – 15:00

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Hilton Steam Heritage Association

31 Hilton Ave, Hilton, Pietermaritzburg, 3245, South Africa

0832781490

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