Richmond Light Railway visit - Saturday 13th June 2026

We are pleased to offer an ‘all available track’ visit to the Richmond Light Railway in Headcorn, Kent. This privately-owned, two-foot gauge steam railway, features a main loop, a branch line and a fine selection of historical steam and industrial locomotives. Whilst not a public railway, it does hold an annual charity steam fair, however this is a unique opportuntity to visit and have the place to ourselves to explore what is on offer. We will have unlimited train rides and a number of specials to run on areas of the line that are not usually accessible, plus there will be tea and coffee available all day.

The story of Richmond began in 2007 when Richmond Farm, previously used as a pig farm, was purchased. After renovation work to the house, plans were drawn up for a railway to show off the collection of locomotives and rolling stock acquired from across the world. After demolishing a couple of the outbuildings on site, the engine shed was built in December 2010, with the first items of rolling stock arriving in April 2011. By the end of 2012 the mainline had been completed, with the addition of the passing loop in 2013, the main Richmond Station area, ash pit and water tower finished in 2014 and the southern extension to New Barn Halt in 2015. It really has grown from strength to strength.

Please see the link to their Facebook page, which includes a number of videos and photos for you to view more details: https://www.facebook.com/RLRailway

We will provide a track map and stocklist, and there is a map on the Minor Railways website:
http://minorrailways.co.uk/trackplans/richmond.pdf

Full address information and car parking details will be provided closer to the date. Please meet at 10.00 for a prompt 10.30 start. Finish will be no later than 16.30.

Please note, this fixture will only operate if we receive a minimum of 35 bookings (UPDATE: now reached). There is no pay on the day available for this fixture.

There is no reduction for under 18s. Please note that we are unable to accept bookings from under 18s unless accompanied by an adult.

Please do NOT email the organiser or the Bookings Officer to try and book or save spaces on our fixtures. Bookings CANNOT be made by email and must be booked online here using the 'Book online' button below.

Any booking queries may be directed to the Bookings Officer, by email bookings.officer@branchline.uk

Note that tickets are NOT transferable and smoking/vaping is not permitted on the train. The Society will not accept any liability arising from changes imposed by any third parties (either before or on the day) or any consequences of any late running that may occur. Please be cautious about connections and buying advance train tickets. Please note no refunds will be entertained on cancellations within ten days of the fixture. Tickets will be sent out approximately five days before the fixture - this will be an e-ticket. Standard Branch Line Society Terms and Conditions apply to all participants (these can be viewed from the online booking form).