Why we should celebrate the survival of narrow-gauge railways – teenage strops notwithstanding

A little something to read. Unfortunately there is a pay wall so you can only read a little bit for free. The author of this story, Chris Arnot, visited the Railway last July and we feature in his new book, 'Small Island by Little Train', which is available from our shop at Kemsley Down.

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Here are some photos of our vehicle in Sittingbourne Carnival this afternoon (17th June) - give them a big cheer as they go by! https://www.facebook.com/groups/SandKLR/permalink/10155338345714098/

Sittingbourne Carnival Association

It's Sittingbourne Carnival today - look out for the float with our pump trolley and our volunteers handing out leaflets - give them a cheer!

Sittingbourne's Steam Railway Podcast 5

This is Sittingbourne's Steam Railway Podcast 5 featuring: • Outward journey: Steam locomotives Alpha, Triumph and Superb • The latest news from the Railway • A round up of what’s been going on at the Railway • Return journey: What’s happening in June and July • Onward Connections: The Great Whipsnade Railway There's even more with the bonus features on the app!

Timeline Photos

Trains are running today, departing Sittingbourne Viaduct hourly 1-4pm. Lovely weather and a nice cool breeze. Superb is being turned around later this year so come and see her 'the wrong way round'! www.sklr.net

This week (5-11th June)

Trains are running to the normal (green) timetable on Sunday which means that trains will depart Sittingbourne Viaduct station hourly 1-4pm. There are no special event this month because we are preparing for Steam & Beer on 1st & 2nd July. With this in mind, we are desperately looking for bands to perform between midday and 10pm on the Saturday. Click… [ 395 more words ] http://www.sklr.net/this-week-5-11th-june/

Timeline Photos

Steam & Beer - Family Day on Sunday 2nd July - lots of pirate fun with Captain Jack Sparrow to keep everyone entertained! http://www.sklr.net/timetable-fares/special-events/steam-beer/ #beer #ad #SteamAndBeer via @RiplApp

Timeline Photos

Steam & Beer is fast approaching! www.sklr.net Details of the beers, timetable and fares will follow on the next week or two.

Wheels of Time

June is a good month to do this as we have no special events - trains will depart Sittingbourne Viaduct hourly 1-4pm every Sunday.

This week (30th May – 4th June)

Trains are running to the normal (green) timetable on Sunday which means that trains will depart Sittingbourne Viaduct station hourly 1-4pm. The Away Sales Team will be representing the Railway at the Chatham Show which is at a new venue this year. They will be selling gifts, toys and books as well as handing out timetables, flyers and beer mats. [ 429 more words ] http://www.sklr.net/this-week-30th-may-4th-june/

Sittingbourne & Kemsley Light Railway's cover photo

This week and a bit (22nd-29th May)

Trains are running to the extended (yellow) timetable on Sunday and Monday which means that trains will depart Sittingbourne Viaduct station hourly 11am-4pm. Sunday is our Teddy Bears Picnic, children accompanied by a teddy bear and a fare paying adult travel free. Bring a picnic or buy one at Kemsley Down. Return fares for 2017 are: Adult - £7… [ 252 more words ] http://www.sklr.net/this-week-and-a-bit-22nd-29th-may/