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Go behind the scenes at The Watercress Line in Hampshire for a rare opportunity to discover the craftsmanship, engineering expertise and dedication that keeps one of Britain’s best-loved heritage railways running. The fascinating Engineering Open Weekend takes place on Saturday 12 and Sunday 13 September, when visitors will have exclusive access to the railway’s engineering...

The Watercress Line in Hampshire welcomed four students from the Treloar’s College groundbreaking ‘Let Me In’ programme to their Ropley Station this month, as they returned to support the next stage in the development of the railway’s innovative Accessible Heritage Carriage Project. Building on feedback from an earlier visit, students were invited to test the latest floorplan for Carriage No. 3063, which is being transformed into a fully accessible heritage events...

All Aboard! Thomas the Tank Engine, everyone’s favourite #1 blue engine is coming to town. Day Out With Thomas: Let’s Rock, Let’s Roll Tour is hitting the tracks and bringing the beat to The Watercress Line in Hampshire from 4 to 9 August. Day Out With Thomas is a fun-filled family event. Each ticket includes a train ride behind Thomas – a REAL steam engine – as...

History meets horsepower this summer as The Watercress Line’s Diesel Gala returns to Hampshire from 10 to 12 July, delivering three days of high intensity action on its famously steep gradients. Stealing the spotlight is a true headline maker: Class 60 no. 60099 Ben More Assynt, who will be making history as it will be the first...

The Watercress Line in Hampshire invites wine lovers to come on board for a new experience this summer with the launch of The Wine Line, an exclusive wine tasting journey through the Hampshire countryside on Friday 25 July. Combining heritage steam travel with expertly curated wines and an artisan charcuterie board, plus cheese course and dessert, The Wine Line offers guests a...

If you love the charm of miniature steam locomotives, mark your calendar for a delightful weekend at the Ropley Miniature Railway Steam Gala, taking place on Saturday 20 June and Sunday 21 June. This two‑day celebration promises plenty of steam‑powered fun for enthusiasts of all ages. The railway will be open from 10am until 4pm...