Welcome to the Kent & East Sussex Railway Operating Department web site.

The Kent & East Sussex Railway is one of Britain's premier steam railways and is the longest standard gauge heritage railway in the South East.

The Kent & East Sussex Railway operates steam and diesel trains through10.5 miles of delightful countryside between the attractive town of Tenterden in Kent and Bodiam in East Sussex.  The terminus at Bodiam is only a short walk from the National Trust's Bodiam Castle.

To find out about our passenger services, Special events, Thomas the Tank Engine, Wealden Pullman wine & dine trains, Footplate experience courses and much more, please visit our official website and timetable and fare information or telephone 01580 765155.  Tickets for most special events, footplate experiences and Wealden Pullmans can be obtained via the Online Shop as can a range of books, DVDs and clothing etc.

The Technical Area of this site is devoted to providing technical information for the benefit of those wishing to learn more about how a steam locomotive works. This section is constantly growing, why not bookmark the page so you can check back for more information at a later date? If there is any specific information that you would like to see on this site please e-mail the webmaster and we'll try to include it for you.

Almost all the Drivers, Firemen, Guards and Signalmen and most of the other people who operate our railway are volunteers working in their spare time. Without them the railway would not be able to survive.

The K&ESR always welcomes new volunteers, why not join us to enjoy a rewarding hobby and make lots of new friends?  You are assured of a warm and friendly welcome. Full training is provided for all tasks. Why not check out the volunteering page to find out more?

If you would like to join our team we would be pleased to hear from you. Why not complete the online application form right now and we will contact you as soon as possible.

Thank you for visiting