Volk’s Railway is now open with trains running daily until 30th September (subject to weather)
There are several new things to look out for on the journey including those brave enough to take a dip in the Sea Lanes bathing pool. Just before the Halfway Station the train will pass under the soon to be completed ‘Jumble Rumble’ café extension before pausing alongside the newly improved Crazy Golf complex. Arriving at the Black Rock terminus passengers will find a new gangway giving access to the platform via a spacious queuing area and temporary ticket office. These short-term arrangements will remain in place until Southern Water have completed their long overdue refurbishment of the main structure and have been implemented jointly by the Volk’s Electric Railway Association and the Council’s own management team. Opposite the station passengers will now find the beautifully restored ‘Reading Room Refectory’ with its popular outdoor terrace – a great place to have a refreshment break before returning to the train.
VERA LATE RUNNING EVENINGS 2025
The Association will be operating the railway from the end of normal service until about 8pm, weather permitting. All money raised will go towards projects to help maintain and operate the railway.
The operating dates for 2025 are:
SUNDAY 22nd JUNE*
VERA Members will be operating the evening service from the end of normal running until about 8pm

SATURDAY 12th JULY*
VERA Members will be operating the evening service from the end of normal running until about 8pm (Please note this replaces the scheduled 27th July event that will now not take place)


On the 20th and 21st September we will be celebrating the 30th Anniversary of the Volk’s Electric Railway Association with a weekend of special events:
SATURDAY 20th SEPTEMBER*
VERA Members will be operating the evening service from the end of normal running celebrating 30 years of the Association. Illuminated cars after dusk Other attractions during the day include ‘Punch & Judy’ and a fairground ride at our Halfway Station.

SUNDAY 21st SEPTEMBER*
On Sunday VERA members will again be assisting with the railway operation, plus providing guided tours of the sheds at Halfway, a great chance to see behind the scenes and see just what it takes to keep the ‘Worlds Oldest Operating Electric Railway’ running – more details soon.

* Please note that all of these events are weather dependent. If you are coming any distance please contact the railway on 01273 292 718 before travelling.
VERA WINTER MEETINGS 2024 - 2025
All Winter Meetings are held at The Patcham Community Centre, Ladies Mile Road, Patcham, BN1 8TA.
Doors open at 7pm and talks start promptly at 7.30pm. Admission is free to all but a donation towards the cost of running the evening would be appreciated. There is an interval for refreshments midway through the evening.
