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Explore the Evolution of London's Iconic Railway Stations
In celebration of 200 years of railway history, Network Rail is offering exclusive tours at London Waterloo, London Victoria, and London Bridge stations. These tours, led by renowned railway historian Rachel Kolsky, will take you on a journey through time, revealing the fascinating development of these iconic stations.
Herne Bay & Whitstable Railway 200 - A range of fantastic events
An update from Southeastern colleague, Mark Jones, on behalf of the Seaside Museum, Herne Bay, and Whitstable Museum
Railway 200: Unique touring exhibition train comes to Kent this July
- Bicentenary train, Inspiration, will visit Margate station from 20-21 July as one of 60 locations across Britain over 12 months, promoting rail innovation and careers
- Inspiration will also visit Waterloo station (18-19 July) and Bluebell Railway (23-29 July) across Network Rail’s Southern region.
- More than 200,000 visitors expected. Register to receive updates before bookings open
Southeastern unveils the Railway 200 Networker – as part of year long celebration of rail’s past, present and future
- The iconic ‘Network SouthEast’ livery has been restored on a Southeastern Networker train
- The train has been named ‘Chris Green’ in recognition of his outstanding contribution to the railway we know today
- Train painting and special event delivered in partnership between Southeastern, Angel Trains, Wabtec, Network SouthEast Friends and Network Rail
- The train will remain on the Southeastern network and will be used in regular passenger service as well as for charity rail tours and other Railway 200 events
Two hundred years of railway history celebrated at London’s oldest station
The railway in Kent, East Sussex and South East London has kicked off a year of celebration marking the 200th anniversary of the railway with an event at Deptford – the oldest railway station in London.
Gen Z's dream job? Hustle culture is dead - young people are prioritising a "Considered Career" that resonates with their hobbies
- The rise of the “considered career” amongst Gen Z as job aspirations match up with hobbies
- Desk-based jobs are out - but jobs that allow travel and prioritise mental health support are in!
- 55% of young people say they research an employer’s environmental impact and policies before accepting a job offer*
- Southeastern is championing its roles as the perfect solution for what Gen Z are looking for, offering an “employer for life”
- To find out more about the different careers available at Southeastern, go to https://www.southeasternrailway.co.uk/about-us/company/careers-at-southeastern
Global ‘whistle-up’ on New Year’s Day signals start of rail’s 200th anniversary
- Biggest railway heritage mass participation event ever – more than 50 railways and up to 200 locos to sound off with whistles and horns to start year-long celebration (local activity listed in Notes to Editors).
- Overseas railways, train modellers Hornby, commemorative loco 910 and Thomas & Friends™ to join in.
- Public invited to get involved and share activity on social media.
Excitement builds for railway’s 200th anniversary across the south of England
- Railway 200 celebrations on track, as more partners get on board
- International festival programme unveiled, inspired by journey that changed the world
- National rail sale, largest assembly of trains and rail exhibits, national locomotive ‘whistle-off’, and much more!
What does Railway 200 mean to us?
At Southeastern, we are gearing up for a year of celebration and opportunity
Do you have a Railway 200 story to share?
If so, we would love to hear from you!
What is Railway 200?
The Stockton & Darlington Railway opened on September 27, 1825, connecting places, people, communities and ideas and ultimately transforming the world.