Steam Railway and 40s Festival in Hampshire

Railway day out using the very scenic Wessex line through the perfect English countryside of Surrey & Hampshire.
We will alight at Alton to travel on the Mid Hants Steam Railway “The Watercress Line”. The railway has great views along the edge of the South Downs National Park in Hampshire. Opened in 1865, the railway was soon nicknamed for its early role in transporting Watercress to the markets in London and beyond. We will travel to the historic town of Alresford. It has a charming Georgian town centre with independent shops, picturesque river walks and the medieval Fulling Mill.

This weekend features the 1940s festival on the railway. Each of the four station has period displays, military re-enactments and wartime station cafes. there will be a wide collection of re enactment groups, vehicles and vintage fairs. Plus 1940s style bands playing with the chance to learn & dance Lindy Hop & Jitterbug. Period dress advisable if you can find it in your wardrobe Option to easy 3 mile scenic walk between tow of the stations to explore the Hampshire countryside

Meet at Benugo coffee shop on balcony by the station clock from 9.40am. We will have Adventures on High Teas book on table to identify group. People can combine to arrange saver tickets. Also option to buy in advance via SW trains website for advance offer. We will take 10.07 service to Alton ( calls at Clapham and other station son route if easier) £2 to organiser on the day for meet up fees. A good knowledge of English history is required for event.

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