Heritage Railway • Real Ale Evenings • Dining Trains • Steam Illuminations • Day Out With Thomas • Family Events • Galas • Revivals. Let off steam at this living history railway! Experience the nostalgic sights, sounds and smells of steam as you travel through 10 miles of beautiful Hampshire countryside, adjacent to the South Downs National Park.
Located just seven miles from the ancient city of Winchester, you can join the line at the picturesque Georgian town of Alresford or at the bustling market town of Alton. Fares give you all day travel, so you can visit all four heritage stations with period charm as well as these historic towns.
Alresford station is where the watercress that gave the line its name was sent all over the country by train from the goods platform you can still see behind the signal box. Here you can visit the West Country Buffet for some delicious hot meals, snacks and drinks, and visit our gift shop for a range of souvenirs.
Main Address: The Watercress Line, The Railway Station, Alresford, Hampshire, SO24 9JG