Connecting communities with their railway
Connecting communities with their railway
Connecting communities with their railway
Connecting communities with their railway
Connecting communities with their railway
Connecting communities with their railway

Connecting communities and the railway

Southeast Communities Rail Partnership works to connect communities and the railway across Sussex, Kent and Surrey. Community Rail is a nationwide movement, and you can be involved. Help shape the future of the railway, have your say, and bring your local station into the heart of the community.
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Off to Parliament

Off to Parliament...

April 18, 2024, by Fiona Morton

Networking is so important and we are grateful to be included in stakeholder events. This was held at Portcullis House, hosted by Rt. Hon Theresa May on behalf of GWR. Pictured are the North Downs Line team, Sara Grisewood, Line Officer, Hannah Godfrey Line Chair and Gatwick Airp...

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New exhibition on life and works of Raymond Briggs

New exhibition on life and works of Raym...

, by Paul Bromley

A new exhibition is about to open featuring never-seen-before items and artworks from author illustrator Raymond Briggs. ‘Bloomin’ Brilliant: The Life and Work of Raymond Briggs’ is a highly personal show that will bring together 30 items from the late author’...

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SCRP bulk buys moustaches

SCRP bulk buys moustaches...

April 12, 2024, by Fiona Morton

Read about more of our adventures in community rail and find out why we need lots of moustaches here. ...

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Framed Crowhurst Map leads the way

Framed Crowhurst Map leads the way...

April 8, 2024, by Andrew Pope

Following the help of Network rail the Map was at last, installed into it’s rustic chestnut frame at Crowhurst Station. Ben the local craftsman was delighted with the sighting of the map in the raised bed foremost at the top of the Station car park. It was hugs all around a...

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Grand opening at Battle

Grand opening at Battle...

, by Andrew Pope

At the end of February we saw the grand opening of Battle community hub. After several years of negotiations and a concerted effort in the last twelve months, the stars aligned with the authorities granted by all parties and funding coming together from Network Rail, South Easter...

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April Highlights

April Highlights...

April 4, 2024, by Fiona Morton

The sun shone for events over the Easter weekend. See what we got up to here...

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We were all “Railway Children” for a Day

We were all “Railway Children̶...

, by Fiona Morton

Easter fun was had by all in St Leonard’s when the whole town came out to celebrate “A Town Explores A Book” – the Railway Children by E. Nesbit. See our picture essay here...

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South Downs businesses encouraged to apply for free cycle stands

South Downs businesses encouraged to app...

April 2, 2024, by Paul Bromley

The South Downs National Park Authority is encouraging businesses to apply for free cycle parking, including up to six cycle stands worth £500. It wants visitors to leave their cars at home and get on their bikes to explore the scenery and hidden gems of the South Downs. Attract...

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Spring Highlights

Spring Highlights...

March 28, 2024, by Fiona Morton

It has only been four days but read what we have achieved here.  The sun promises to shine on St Leonard’s station at 12 30 for the unveiling of some very special artwork as part of “A Town Explores a Book. No prizes for guessing what the book was about. Fun for all ...

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Newhaven heritage walking routes published

Newhaven heritage walking routes publish...

March 27, 2024, by Paul Bromley

A series of heritage walking routes has been launched in Newhaven. The three trails offer an opportunity to explore the fascinating stories and landmarks that have shaped the vibrant history of the town. Southeast Communities Rail Partnership supported local volunteers and histor...

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Your Community Rail Line

Explore your local area by train and find day trips, attractions, walks, architecture & heritage sites to visit.

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Case Studies

QE2 Pupils lead the way in repurposing artboards

September 15, 2023, Rowena Tyler
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Journeying On from Seaford

August 22, 2023, Paul Bromley
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Going Loco

July 7, 2023, Paul Bromley
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Education

Providing young people with skills to travel safely, confidently & independently by train

What we do

The Southeast Communities Rail Partnership is a voluntary not for profit partnership which aims to encourage people to travel by train and to engage people in their local railway