About GRES
Welcome to Gravesend Railway Enthusiasts Society (GRES)
A Railway Enthusiast and Modelling Society centered on Gravesend, Kent.
Gravesend Live Departures
Time
Destination
Plat
Expt
22:33
London Cannon Street
0
On time
10-car, Southeastern
22:44
Faversham
2
On time
6-car, Southeastern
22:45
London St Pancras (Intl)
1
On time
6-car, Southeastern
22:47
Rainham (Kent)
2
On time
8-car, Thameslink
22:59
Dartford
1
On time
8-car, Thameslink
23:03
London Cannon Street
0
On time
10-car, Southeastern
23:17
Gillingham (Kent)
2
On time
8-car, Thameslink
23:29
Dartford
1
On time
8-car, Thameslink
23:44
Faversham
–
On time
6-car, Southeastern
23:47
Gillingham (Kent)
–
On time
8-car, Thameslink
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GRES Family day 2026
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For the second year, we are proud to announce Family Day 2026, on 21st June, 2026. Views: 19
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GRES Exhibition 2026 – We Have a Venue!
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We’re delighted to share some fantastic news with all our members, supporters, and exhibitors. After a period of uncertainty, GRES is pleased to confirm that our 2026 Exhibition now has a venue booked and preparations are officially underway. Views: 80
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Southeastern Train Enthusiasts – The Dungeness nuclear waste train
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The Dungeness nuclear waste train, operated by Direct Rail Services (DRS), is a vital component of the UK’s nuclear fuel transport system. It runs weekly, moving spent nuclear fuel from the Dungeness B power station in Kent to Sellafield in Cumbria for reprocessing and storage. This operation is part of the ongoing decommissioning process at…
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Community Spirit Shines at Sunday Exhibition: A Special Surprise for One Little Girl
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Sunday afternoon at the exhibition was filled with warmth, laughter, and the sound of excited chatter. The highlight of the day came when a young family approached the stand, where Ella and her team were managing the tombola. The family’s daughter, eyes wide with excitement, had her heart set on winning the coveted James teddy.…
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The 50th Gravesend Model Railway show 1st and 2nd November 2025
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Venue Northfleet School for Girls, Hall Road, Northfleet,Kent, DA11 8AQ Date: 1st and 2nd November 2025 Time: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM Cost: £6 Free Parking, Hot and cold drinks avaialbe 50th Model Railway Exhibition 2025 -Saturday 50th Model Railway Exhibition 2025 -Sunday Views: 1,228
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Thank you for attending our 49th Model Railway Exhibition
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On behalf of the Gravesend Railway Enthusiasts Society, we would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to everyone who joined us for the GRES 2024 Exhibition on the 2nd and 3rd of November. To our traders and exhibitors: your incredible displays, products, and expertise truly brought the event to life. Thank you for your dedication,…
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GRES will be attending the Whitstable Model Railway Exhibition on 9th November 2024
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GRES will be presenting Windmill Hill at the Whitstable Model Railway Exhibition on 9th November 2024 Admission: Adults £5, Children free (under 16 with a full paying adult) A5 whitstable exhib handbill 2024 (Page 02) Views: 30
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GRES May 2026 news
Hello Folks Happy Bank Holiday Weekend. And for those of you who are sci-fi fans, Happy Star Wars Day on Monday! I hope you are all keeping well. Views: 23
GRES April 2026 news
Hello Folks Happy Easter! I hope you are all keeping well and enjoying the warmer weather. We had two interesting and entertaining meetings during March. On Tuesday 3rd, Bob Gibbs told us about the luck of KoKura and how a combination…
GRES March 2026 news
Hello Folks I hope you are all keeping well. And still it has rained during February, although as I write this it has stopped raining and the sun is shining! Views: 27
OO Gauge Layout for Sale – Grove Ferry Station (SER)
OO Gauge Layout – Grove Ferry Station (SER) This OO gauge layout is a near-exact replica of the long-forgotten mainline station at Grove Ferry, on the Canterbury to Thanet branch of the South Eastern Railway (SER). Views: 120
Thomas & Friends: Wonders of Sodor — A New Adventure on the Rails
Dovetail Games, the studio best known for its highly detailed Train Sim World series, is taking the beloved blue tank engine into new territory. In partnership with Mattel, the company has announced Thomas & Friends: Wonders of Sodor. Views: 138