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Let off Steam at the Watercress Line. Hop on a beautiful steam railway running from Alresford to Alton through the heart of Hampshire!

Alresford, Hampshire, UK
Joined August 2011
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🎃 THIS SATURDAY: Halloween on the Real Ale Train 🍻 Final boarding call for a spooky journey through the Hampshire countryside this Saturday night (31st October)! Book now: buff.ly/LRVQMQm #WatercressLine #RealAle #Halloween #AleTrain #Hampshire
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Attending the Halloween Horror Train this week?🚂 Make sure to collect your complimentary drink before your spooky journey begins! Choose between our Alcoholic Passionfruit Punch or our Frightfully Fruity Mocktail.🍹
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This time next month, the railway will be alive with Christmas glow and music once again!🎄✨️ Steam Illuminations returns from the 27th of November until the 2nd of January to spread festive joy and New Year's fun throughout the season. Find out more: buff.ly/kXQdplr
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🎅 Father Christmas is visiting The Watercress Line this December to transport you to his Hampshire Hideaway onboard the Father Christmas Express! From the 12th - 24th of December, join Father Christmas for a magical ride through the countryside. 🎁 buff.ly/Luf9GLU
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Book your tickets to travel behind 'Wightwick Hall' 6989! The heritage steam locomotive Wightwick Hall will play the role of the iconic Hogwarts Express in the highly anticipated Harry Potter television series. 🎟️ 26th - 28th of October buff.ly/Gy0U1nd 📸 Jeremy De Souza
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The Witches of Watercress Woods arrive soon...🧙✨️ Step onboard the train from the 29th - 31st of October for Halloween fun without the fright! Meet Hansel & Gretel and help them to protect the train from the witches!🍬 Find out more: buff.ly/nIaMCqD #WatercressLine
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We’re looking for new Catering Team Members to join our small, dynamic Catering team! 💰 Pay: £12.71 per hour 📍 Location: In person (Hampshire) 👉 Find out more and apply here: buff.ly/OxWe8yl #WatercressLine #Recruitment #Catering #HeritageJobs #Careers
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In case you missed it - tickets for our 2027 Real Ale Train (RAT) dates are NOW ON SALE - including an 80s, 90s & Neon Night on Saturday 17th April! 🍻 £4.50 a pint (£2.50 half pint) on local ales & ciders ✨ Go VIP with a Private Compartment! Book: buff.ly/ibeglWd
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Join the Alton Regional Group this Thursday 22nd of October at 7:30pm for a presentation by Neil Kearns, discussing '850 Lord Nelson: Restoration & Operation'. The Community Centre, Amery Hill, Alton, Hampshire, GU34 1HN Find out more here: buff.ly/0bzIaGA
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An excellent start has been made this week on the shed in Ropley TMD. The structure is scaffolding based and will have corrugated tin sheets on the roof and plastic sides. (1/3)
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This provision will allow the mainline diesel locos 20's, 47 & 50 and the 2H DEMU to be stored under cover and reduce damage to paint and bodywork from the weather. The project has been funded by the loco owners and kind donations from our supporters. (2/3)
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Join us in bidding a fond temporary farewell to locomotive 41312 as she makes her final operational appearances before entering the workshop for a well-earned overhaul after ten years of service. Find out more and book your ticket here: buff.ly/058CYm2 #WatercressLine
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🎟️ 50% OFF HALF-TERM SPOOKS! Looking for a family-friendly Halloween adventure? Visit the Halloween Witches of Watercress Woods for HALF the price! 🎃 Use code 'SPOOKY50' at checkout to get 50% OFF your tickets! ⚠️ Offer ends midnight on 18th October buff.ly/8ChBngT
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The veil between worlds is lifting...🚂✨ Step aboard the Halloween Horror Train for an immersive, 18+ night of fear on The Watercress Line. 🎟️ 29th - 31st October 📍 Alresford Station Book tickets now... if you dare: buff.ly/kuS1G22 #WatercressLine #Halloween
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Tickets for our Halloween Real Ale Train on Saturday 31st October are flying fast, but we’ve got a trick and a treat for you... We’ve just released ADDITIONAL 6-person compartments that were previously completely sold out!🐀✨️
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Join us for a hauntingly good journey through the Hampshire countryside, packed with spooky vibes, food and local brews. 🍺 Featured Brewery of the Night: Flower Pots Brewery, featuring their brand new Golden Ale: ‘Baronwood Gold’ alongside a selection of ales and ciders!
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💀 Climb onboard… if you dare! In just a couple of weeks (29–31 October), something sinister is stirring on The Watercress Line for our 18+ Halloween Horror Train! ⚠️ Age Restriction: Strictly 18+ 🎟️ Book your place on the Séance Train now: buff.ly/kuS1G22
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