How old is the Bluebell Railway?
At East Grinstead there is a connection to the national rail network, the first connection of the Bluebell Railway to the national network in 50 years, since the Horsted Keynes – Haywards Heath line closed in 1963….
| Bluebell Railway | |
|---|---|
| Commercial history | |
| Opened | 1 August 1882 |
| Closed | 17 March 1958 |
| Preservation history |
When was the Bluebell Railway formed?
August 1960
The Bluebell Railway commenced train services in August 1960 and now runs steam trains between Sheffield Park and East Grinstead, stopping at Horsted Keynes and Kingscote. Purchase an All Day Rover ticket and hop on and off as much as you like throughout the day!
Is the Bluebell Railway still running?
Bluebell Railway is OPEN and running trains. Tickets are available to book online in advance and from all stations on the day of travel. Platform admission tickets are also available.
How long is Sharpthorne tunnel?
Sharpthorne Tunnel has a length of 0.66 kilometres.
Did Britt Allcroft sue the Bluebell Railway?
This might sound crazy, but did you know that Britt Allcroft tried to sue the Bluebell Railway just because she thought the character Stepney came first, never mind the fact that the real engine was built 120 years before the character based on it appeared on TV?
How long is the Watercress Line?
10 miles
Watercress Line
| Mid-Hants Railway | |
|---|---|
| Watercress Line | |
| Operated by | Mid-Hants Railway Ltd |
| Length | 10 miles (16 km) |
| Preserved gauge | 4 ft 81⁄2 in (1,435 mm) standard gauge |
How long is the Kent and East Sussex Railway?
11.5 miles
| Kent and East Sussex Railway | |
|---|---|
| K&ESR, KESR | |
| Operated by | Kent and East Sussex Railway |
| Stations | 5 |
| Length | 11.5 miles (18.5 km) |
Which railway inspired Thomas the Tank Engine?
The Talyllyn Railway
The Talyllyn Railway in Gwynedd, North Wales, was adored by the Rev Wilbert Awdry, the creator of Thomas, who was one of its first volunteers before writing his stories, basing at least four characters on locomotives there.