10 miles of track between the market towns of Alton and Alresford, just 7 miles from the historic city of Winchester. Four period stations (1930s -1960s): Alresford, Ropley, Medstead & Four Marks and Alton. The Watercress Line boasts the highest station in Southern England, at Medstead & Four Marks.
Where does the Watercress Line start and finish?
The Watercress Line is the marketing name of the Mid-Hants Railway, a heritage railway in Hampshire, England, running 10 miles (16 km) from New Alresford to Alton where it connects to the National Rail network.
Where is the best place to view the Watercress Line?
Ropley Station
A country station famous for its topiary, once housing only a small goods yard it has now become the engineering hub of the Watercress Line.
What stations are on the Watercress Line?
- Alresford Station. station road so24 9jg. Toilets. Gift Shop.
- Ropley Station. Ropley field SO24 0bl. Ropley Bighton Hill SO24 9SQ. Miniature Railway.
- Medstead And Four Marks Station. Station Approach GU34 5EN. Delivering the goods Exhibition. Toilets.
- Alton Station. Station Road GU34 2PZ. Hot drinks and snacks. Gift Shop.
Can you eat on the Watercress Line?
The West Country Buffet is located in the picturesque setting of the Watercress Line at Alresford Station. Serving delicious hot and cold meals, light lunches, snacks and drinks all with locally sourced ingredients.
Where does the Watercress line start?
Alton station
We have a mainline link at Alton station, where South Western Railway operate platforms 1 & 2 and the Watercress Line runs from platform 3. Please purchase your Watercress Line tickets on arrival at Alton from our shop on Platform 3.
Can you walk the Watercress Line?
Once a year you can experience the railway from a completely different view by walking along the trackbed of the ‘Watercress Line’.
How long is the Bluebell Railway?
11 miles
Where is the Bluebell Railway and how long is the line? Bluebell Railway runs across 11 miles from Sheffield Park to East Grinstead in Sussex, stopping at Horsted Keynes and Kingscote.
What engines are on the Watercress Line?
80150 – British Railways Standard Class 4MT Tank Engine.
Is the Watercress line running today?
Please be aware we are currently closed with the exception of our West Country Buffet which is open Thursday – Saturday, 9:30am – 3pm.
Why is it called the Watercress Line?
The Mid Hants Railway is generally known as the Watercress Line thanks to its proud history of transporting watercress to the fresh produce markets of the UK during the boom in popularity in Victorian times.
Who owns the Watercress Line?
Mid-Hants Railway Ltd
The Watercress Line has now operated the remaining section of the line as a heritage railway for longer than its life under British Railways (1948-73). The railway is operated by Mid-Hants Railway Ltd, whose major shareholder is the Watercress Line Heritage Railway Trust (WLHRT), a registered charity.
Can you take dogs on the Watercress Line?
We are a dog friendly site and dogs travel FREE on the line.
Who should not eat watercress?
Children: Watercress is LIKELY UNSAFE for use as a medicine in children, especially in those younger than four years old. Stomach or intestinal ulcers: Don’t use watercress if you have stomach or intestinal ulcers. Kidney disease: Don’t use watercress if you have kidney disease.
What happens if you eat watercress everyday?
Eating watercress can help support the health of your heart. Antioxidants (carotenoids in particular) have been linked to lower blood pressure, lower risk of heart disease, and even a lower risk of heart attacks and strokes.
Is it safe to eat raw watercress?
Yes, absolutely – in fact watercress is best eaten raw. When the rest of us would be snacking on a biscuit, watercress growers are often seen wandering the farm chewing on fresh, uncooked watercress, and my, what a healthy bunch they are!
How long is Swanage railway?
9.5 miles
| Swanage Railway | |
|---|---|
| The Purbeck Line | |
| Stations | 5 |
| Length | 9.5 miles (15.3 km) |
| Preserved gauge | 4 ft 81⁄2 in (1,435 mm) standard gauge |
What did the mernda line used to be called?
South Morang line
The Mernda railway line (previously the South Morang line, Epping line and Whittlesea line) is a commuter rail passenger train service in Melbourne, Australia.
On which line is Milton Keynes?
West Coast Main Line
The station is located on the West Coast Main Line about 50 miles (80 km) northwest of London.
How long is the walk in Wells?
Wells and Holkham Circuit (10.6 miles) Wells-Burnham-Holkham Walk (13.6 miles) Wells-Warham-Wighton Walk (9.2 miles)
Can you walk along the River Nene?
Visitors can follow the Nene Way along the banks of the river for part or all of its 70 miles as it goes up hill and down dale. Download here. Enjoy 3 walks including the Lyveden Way, Woodland Walk and Fermyn Forest Walk. You can also enjoy a lovely walk along the Skylark Nature Trail at Fermyn Woods Country Park.