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The Watercress Line
The Watercress Line formerly known as Mid Hants Railway is a heritage steam railway located in New Alresford, Hampshire. It is an ideal family day out with events, throughout the year.
Non-event trains leave from either Alresford or Alton stations, your ticket allows you all-day travel. You will experience the nostalgic sights, sounds and smells as you travel through 10 miles of Hampshire countryside, adjacent to the South Downs National Park.
With all-day travel, you can visit all four heritage stations and their historic towns. At Ropley there is a children’s play area and you can discover the famous Kings Cross footbridge that was used in the Harry Potter film. To make more of your day out there are suggested itineraries listed on their website.
Further Information The Watercress Line
Is there food and drink available?
There are places at some of the stations or nearby serving food and drinks. You are welcome to bring a picnic.
What are the main things to do?
10-mile-long heritage steam railway through the Hampshire countryside, adjacent to the South Downs National Park. There are toilets and places to purchase food and drinks.
What are the ticket prices?
Tickets are cheaper online. An adult ticket online costs £20, children aged 5-16 are £10, under 5s are free and family tickets are £50.
Prices are subject to change and/or discounts online.
Is there parking?
There are a number of parking options, please follow this link for further information.
When are they open?
The Watercress Line runs a varied timetable with some closure over winter. For up-to-date opening times and dates please visit their website.
Dog friendly?
They are a dog-friendly site and dogs travel free, on the line.
Are they accessible?
Please note that the map marker may not be exact.
