More tickets are now available for our previously sold out Afternoon Tea Experience on Friday 13th of March!🚂
Enjoy a delicious Afternoon Tea served onboard a train pulled by the one and only Flying Scotsman on The Watercress Line.
Book your tickets on our website: buff.ly/cD5Xuqt
We’ve had an incredible response to the Flying Scotsman’s visit, and while the footplate experiences are now almost full, our Standard Travel Service is now on sale for the Static Footplate Tour days.
These tickets do not include access to the locomotive’s footplate.
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All aboard! Our Flying Scotsman experiences begin tomorrow!
We have a few tickets left for Breakfast, Day Out from Ropley or Alton and Static Displays, but they’re moving fast!
⚠️ Remember: No tickets will be sold on the day.
🔗 Book your experience here: buff.ly/z1ZRauf
📸 Philip Enticknap
Easter egg-citement will be in the Spring air at The Watercress Line when the Easter Bunny Train returns from the 2nd - 6th April!🐰
There will be so much fun to enjoy with an Easter Spotter Trail, Easter Ear crafting, activity sheets and Easter colouring.
Book your tickets now!🌷
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We have released more dates for our Driving Experiences for 2026!🚂
Take part in an unforgettable experience, driving a steam or diesel locomotive, or our new Class 150 'Sprinter' Unit - the perfect special gift for any railway lover!
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We are very pleased to share that we have been shortlisted for two awards at the Heritage Railway Association annual awards this year!🚂
Wish us luck ahead for this Saturday, 7th of March!✨
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📸 Jeremy De Souza
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🍽️ Spud Train, Curry Train & Pie & Mash Train – running on selected dates throughout the month
Delicious dining, heritage steam and memorable days out – March is set to be a great month!🚂💨
Book your experience here: buff.ly/3mKH9xK
#WatercressLine #DiningExperiences #FlyingScotsman
Here’s what else you can look forward to:
🍽️ Countryman Sunday Lunch – 29th March
🍓 Cream Tea – 4th March
🍽️ Sunday Carvery Express – 8th & 29th March
🍺 Triple fff Brewery Tour & Train Ride – 7th & 28th March – now SOLD OUT!
What’s on this March at The Watercress Line? 🚂✨
Our unforgettable Flying Scotsman Experiences are almost sold out – don’t miss your chance to travel behind a true legend. Secure your tickets now!
Did you know that members enjoy exclusive discounts at The Watercress Line?
Our membership has recently had a new look, with three options available.
Join today as a Railway Companion for 25% off tickets to our Spring Steam Gala — plus more benefits throughout the year!
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✨We're looking forward to another fun-filled half term this May at Day Out With Thomas!
Hop on board a train ride with Thomas, a REAL steam engine, watch the exciting live shows, and so much more!🚂
Take a look at our website to find out more and book now: buff.ly/UTQyB20
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We are pleased to share that Austerity Tank Engine 68067 is visiting for the Spring Steam Gala, 24th - 26th of April, courtesy of the Great Central Railway!
Find out more about our Spring Steam Gala on our website: watercressline.co.uk/special-days...
📸 J Heigl
#WatercressLine #SpringSteamGala
A visit to The Watercress Line makes for the perfect family day out!🚂
Whether you're here to meet the Easter Bunny, enjoy a train ride with Thomas the Tank Engine, or simply to have fun travelling on our trains, there is something here for every family looking to make memories.
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Many of our dining trains return in March, alongside a few new experiences!🍽️
Take a look at our Dining Experiences page and book in for a Cream Tea, Sunday Lunch, Pie & Mash or one of several other delicious options.😍
Find out more on our website: buff.ly/3mKH9xK
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Don’t miss the legendary Flying Scotsman when it steams into The Watercress Line next month! 🚂✨
Please note: there will be no on-the-day ticket sales – all tickets must be booked in advance.
Secure your place today: buff.ly/t8VxshB
📸 Philip Enticknap
#WatercressLine #FlyingScotsman
What a great day with our friends at South Western Railway and Network Rail!
Take a look at our website to buy your own Wes and Sandy plushies to support our partnership! Proceeds from all purchases go towards The Watercress Line and Scotty’s Little Soldiers.🐦🚂✨
Buy your own here: buff.ly/O17mNQ8
Looking for Easter fun this April?🐰
Tickets are on sale for the Easter Bunny Train at The Watercress Line this spring!
Book your tickets now!💮
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The Alton Regional Group are meeting on Thursday 26th of February for a presentation about 'Memories of Winchester'.
Join them at The Community Centre at 7:30pm for an entrance fee of £4.
Find out more on our website: buff.ly/ln92n1H
#WatercressLine #RegionalGroup #Alton #Winchester
NEW DATES for the Countryman Sunday Lunch experiences in 2026!🍽️
Watch the picturesque Hampshire countryside drift by as you enjoy a traditional Sunday roast on the following dates:
29th March
7th & 8th June
5th July
16th August
20th September
18th October
Book now: buff.ly/OBgQ2Cl
We are pleased to share that the second visitor for our Spring Steam Gala is Furness Railway No20, courtesy of the Furness Railway Trust.
Built in 1863, she is Britain’s oldest working standard gauge steam locomotive!
Find out more via our website: buff.ly/k4HsksB
📸 Tim Owen
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Embark on a night out to remember this year! We've launched more dates for our popular Real Ale Train, running throughout the year.🐀
Join us for themed nights on selected dates, including 70's Night and Halloween - fancy dress encouraged!
Book in advance for a free pint voucher🍻
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Take a look at our Loco Roster to see when it will be running: buff.ly/5nz5JZ9
Join the 150 Club and contribute to the maintenance of this fantastic unit: buff.ly/5E3xEoX
📸 Jeremy De Souza
#WatercressLine #DMU #Sprinter #Class150
A weekend to remember at The Watercress Line!
Our Class 150 'Sprinter' Unit made its debut on Sunday 15th of February as visitors braved the weather to be a part of the big day.
Missed out on Sunday? The unit will be operating passenger services this week during Magic of Locomotion.
It's your lucky day!🍀
We've released more dates for our previously sold out Brewery Tour & Train Ride experiences - in collaboration with our friends at Triple fff!🍻
Enjoy a round trip train journey, followed by a tour of Triple fff Brewery's Brewhouse.
Book now: buff.ly/gHGBf9Q
Don't forget that our Class 150 'Sprinter' Unit begins service on The Watercress Line this Sunday, 15th of February!
This is a first for the Watercress Line and for the heritage railway community. Join us in celebrating this weekend.
Book here: buff.ly/6i09EIG
📸 Richard Bentley
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We have less than a month to go until 'Flying Scotsman' visits The Watercress Line, courtesy of the National Railway Museum.
Book your tickets now to secure your seat on one of our exciting experiences with this legendary locomotive!
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Did you guess correctly?
41312 has had a fresh repaint during our winter break!
Now carrying an early British Railway's livery, 41312 will be back in traffic from this weekend (14th of February).
Book your tickets to be one of the first to see the new look!
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Run, don't walk! Pick up your very own Class 150 'Sprinter' Unit mug next time you're at The Watercress Line!☕️
These mugs will be available to purchase from the 14th of February.
Move fast - they are only available while stocks last!
📸 Richard Bentley
#WatercressLine #Class150 #SprinterUnit #DMU
📣 WE'RE RECRUITING 📣
We are looking for an experienced Railway Manager to join the team at The Watercress Line in a new and exciting role, as well as a Bookings & Admissions Executive to work within our commercial operations team.
Apply today: buff.ly/29gZ9BY
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✨Don't forget that we reopen for half term on Saturday 14th of February!
Join us for Magic of Locomotion from the 14th - 22nd of February, our Class 150's first day in service on the 15th,and the Railway 200 Inspiration Train on 19th & 20th of February.🚂
Find out more: buff.ly/7WniMbs
