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Ropley to Medstead: 30 years on
This bank holiday weekend sees the 30th anniversary of the re-opening of the Watercress Line from Ropley to Medstead & Four Marks on 28th May 1983. Click here for a photographic reminder of what was involved. &n...Read more
Additional 'Lion' Running This Saturday
The Class 50 50027 'Lion' will be operating in addition to our standard steam service this Saturday, 25th May. Built by English Electric the Class 50's were regular performers on the Waterloo to Exeter Express until their withdrawl in the 19...Read more
Vacancy for P.I.C at Ropley Yard
We are currently seeking a suitable person to act as P.I.C. (person in charge) of the engineering facilities at Ropley at weekends and bank holidays.A 12 hour shift will be required, pay commensurate with experience. A working knowledge of steam e...Read more
Austin Healeys at Alresford
The sunny weather brought a group of Austin Healeys to Alresford Train Station... Read more
Eastleigh And The Railways - Your Stories!
If you have a tale to tell about Eastleigh and the railways, the Eastleigh Museum would like to hear it! You might have memories of the works, or recollections of your relatives going back in time. It might be about the homes, family life, social l...Read more
Watercress Lodges and Campsite
You can’t fail to notice the holiday Lodges being built alongside Ropley Station when visiting us at the moment! Watercress Lodges and Campsite is a brand new development of 6 stylish lodges plus an additional campsite, due to open th...Read more