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
08:49
London Victoria
0
On time
8-car, Southeastern
08:59
Luton
1
On time
8-car, Thameslink
09:03
London Charing Cross
0
On time
10-car, Southeastern
09:15
London St Pancras (Intl)
1
On time
6-car, Southeastern
09:17
Rainham (Kent)
2
On time
8-car, Thameslink
09:19
London Victoria
0
On time
8-car, Southeastern
09:21
Faversham
2
On time
6-car, Southeastern
09:29
Luton
1
On time
8-car, Thameslink
09:33
London Charing Cross
0
On time
10-car, Southeastern
09:44
Ramsgate
2
On time
12-car, Southeastern
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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: 32
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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: 83
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Happy New Year
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We hope you all had a good Christmas Please take look at our calendar for the latest information on meetings and events for 2025. Also please like and follow our latest Facebook site here, the old site will no longer be updated from 01/01/2025 GRES wishes you and your family a happy new year. Cover…
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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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Zoom Talk – Big Bertha – Lickey Bank locomotive
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Zoom meeting given by Chris Ardy on the project to build a new P2 locomotive Views: 18
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