A fun and affordable day out for all the family! 2017

Tel: 01304 832042 [email protected] www.eastkentrailway.co.uk Registered charity No. 1095790 , . Registered Charity No. 1095790

Climb aboard for a journey back in time along the historic and Shepherdswell Station picturesque East Railway. Once a thriving industrial line serving the Kent Coalfield, the four mile round trip takes you on a scenic journey between the pretty villages of Shepherdswell and Eythorne. Rolling countryside, steep chalk-lined cuttings and the fascinating Golgotha Tunnel make this a trip to be remembered. On some special events you can also ride our Brake Van up to Wigmore Lane where the line used to cross the road and enter the mighty Colliery. We operate a unique mix of heritage rolling stock, Shunting Engines, Southern Region Electric, Diesel Electric Units and our new for 2017 Coaching stock. You can also see our restoration work in progress, for example St. Dunstan, our historic colliery steam engine which we are cosmetically restoring.

Knees Woodland

Brake Van Rides The Woodland Miniature Railway Shepherdswell Station Entry to our main site at Shepherdswell is FREE and is open from Tuesday to Sunday throughout the year. Visitors can enjoy refreshments and meals in our cafe and are welcome to use our play area and picnic facilities. The site is bordered by the beautiful Knees Woodland, and a series of nature walks lead off from the main car park.

Knees Woodland Visitors can also enjoy a ride on both of our miniature railways. We boast a magnificent model railway housed in a lovingly restored LMS Stanier Carriage, which is open on all running days, along with our visitor centre in The Old Barham Signal Box at Shepherdswell. Our museums are located at our beautiful Eythorne station. One in the Signal Box and the other in a LMS Parcel van. Dogs are welcome provided they are kept on a lead at all times.

Brake Van Rides The Woodland Miniature Railway THE KNEES WOODLAND The Knees Woodland is over 350 years old and contains an original water tank which was once used to refill steam engines on the line. There are also WW2 trenches which are being restored and maintained. At the right time of year The Knees Woodland is carpeted with Bluebells. The Knees is an ideal place to take a leisurely stroll around our woodland walks or sit and take in the sights and sounds of the woodland. At our Ranger Station you will be able to collect maps, information and activities for your visit. Woodland staff are available to answer questions and also to help and support your visit. The Woodland Learning Zone is a unique multifunctional learning environment that boasts a fully equipped classroom that will comfortably hold 15-20 people and is available for private bookings and school groups. Contact us: [email protected] Educational Visits We have a fully equipped Learning Zone that can seat 15-20. Available for booking. We can offer a wide range of activities and worksheets, many linked to the curriculum, in a variety of subjects: ● HISTORY ● TEAM BUILDING ● GEOGRAPHY ● PROBLEM SOLVING ● NATURE All of which can be arranged on booking. ALSO AVAILABLE WORK EXPERIENCE AND 6th FORM PLACEMENTS For more information and booking contact the Education Manager via: [email protected] Driver Experiences EVER WANTED TO DRIVE A REAL TRAIN? YOU CAN AT THE EKR! The East Kent Railway offers full or half day driver experience’s on Diesel Shunting Locomotives! Start your day with our friendly instructor over a cup of tea before heading down to start the train and take control of over 30 tons of pure power. Contact us for more details! Volunteer & Opportunities Volunteering at the EKR involves more than just trains Volunteers are involved in (and are trained for) all parts of the railway including Engineering, Nature Management & Conservation, Catering, Retail, Events, Publicity & Fundraising as well as Train Operations and a hundred other roles – there is something for everybody! THE KNEES WOODLAND The Knees Woodland is over 350 years old and contains an original water tank which was once used to refill steam engines on the line. There are also WW2 trenches which are being restored and maintained. At the right time of year The Knees Woodland is carpeted with Bluebells. The Knees is an ideal place to take a leisurely stroll around our woodland walks or sit and take in the sights and sounds of the woodland.

W At our Ranger Station you will be able to collect maps, information and RANGER STATION W WATER TANK activities for your visit. Woodland staff are available to answer questions LEARNING ZONE and also to help and support your visit. KEY AREA OF MILITARY INTEREST MILITARY TRENCHES The Woodland Learning Zone is a unique multifunctional learning RED WALK WHITE WALK environment that boasts a fully equipped classroom that will comfortably LARGE TREE hold 15-20 people and is available for private bookings and school CAR TRAIN CROSSING PARK groups. DRAGON TEETH NEW WALK 2016 Contact us: [email protected] VIEWING AREA Party Bookings The East Kent Railway caters for Birthday Parties, Coach Parties and Club Outings for both old and young! We offer bespoke parties that can include Train Rides, BBQ’s, Woodland Walks, Guided Tours, Mini Beast Hunts and so much more. Contact us for further details, we offer extremely attractive rates. Call us or email [email protected] Halloween Our Halloween event is one of the most unique Halloween Experiences in Kent. Why not give us a try and travel on our specially decorated train with special effect lighting and music through our Haunted Tunnel! Beware of the Horrors in the Woodlands and the Miniature Train of Terror. This is a trip not to be missed! Santa Specials Christmas is a special time, so what better way to celebrate it than visiting Santa at the East Kent Railway! We offer a unique experience in our festively decorated train with onboard DJ. Visit Santa in the grotto at Eythorne and receive a personalised present for your child! Adults can enjoy a mince pie and warming drink in the Eythorne tea room. You can book for Santa By Train online at: www.santabytrain.co.uk Fares

Day Rover (prices frozen since 2014) Adults £6 Children £3 Concessions £5 Under Two’s FREE Family Ticket (2 Adults & 2 Children) £15 Family Season Ticket £50 (not valid on event days)

East Kent Railway Events 2017

April 1st & 2nd KENTS BIG WEEKEND

April 14th - 17th EASTER £1 DAYS

May 27th FISH AND CHIP TRAIN

June 24th - 27th DIESEL GALA

July 2nd DOVER TRANSPORT MUSEUM JOINT EVENT

July 8th & 29th CREAM TEA TRAINS

August 5th & 6th FAMILY FUN WEEKEND

August 26th - 28th BEER FESTIVAL

October 1st 40 SHILLING SPECIAL

October 28th - 29th & 31st HALLOWEEN TRAIN OF TERROR

December (dates TBC) SANTA BY TRAIN

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Yellow Timetable (3 Return Trips) Green Timetable (4 Return Trips) Special Events Pound Day (Intensive Shuttle Service) Brake Van Rides (to Northbank Level Crossing) Runs half hourly between 10:00 & 16:00 Shepherdswell 11:30 13:00 15:00 Shepherdswell 11:00 12:15 13:45 15:00 Red Timetable Site Open / No Trains Eythorne (arr.) 11:45 13:15 15:15 Eythorne (arr.) 11:15 12:30 14:00 15:15 Special Event Day. See website for more Eythorne (dep.) 12:15 13:45 15:45 Eythorne (dep.) 11:45 13:00 14:30 15:45 details. Site Closed Shepherdswell 12:30 14:00 16:00 Shepherdswell 12:00 13:15 14:45 16:00 Pre-booking may be required HOW TO FIND US

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Dover BY CAR Shepherdswell Station is our main site and is located close to the A2 Dover to Canterbury Road, adjacent to the main line railway station. Our Eythorne Station is situated 5 minutes from A256 Dover to Sandwich Road. Both sites offer Free Parking. For Sat Nav please use CT15 7PD Station Road (Shepherdswell) or CT15 4AX Shooters Hill (Eythorne). BY RAIL Shepherdswell Station on the South Eastern Railways line from Dover to Canterbury and London Victoria is adjacent to the EKR site. BY BUS Buses run on most days from Ramsgate, Dover, Canterbury to Eythorne Station. See www.stagecoachbus.com/eastkent for more details.

East Kent Railway Trust Station Road, Shepherdswell, Dover, Kent CT15 7PD Tel: 01304 832042 [email protected] www.eastkentrailway.co.uk www.facebook.com/TheEastKentRailway www.twitter.com/EastKentRailway

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