About GRES
Welcome to Gravesend Railway Enthusiasts Society (GRES)
A Railway Enthusiast and Modelling Society centered on Gravesend, Kent.
London St Pancras (Intl) Live Departures
Time
Destination
Plat
Expt
15:30
Nottingham
4
On time
East Midlands Railway
15:31
Paris Nord
–
On time
Eurostar
15:33
Bedford
1
On time
12-car, Thameslink
15:40
Minster
12
On time
12-car, Southeastern
15:47
Luton
–
On time
8-car, Thameslink
15:59
Sheffield
–
On time
5-car, East Midlands Railway
16:01
Paris Nord
–
On time
Eurostar
16:03
Bedford
–
On time
12-car, Thameslink
16:07
Dover Priory
–
On time
6-car, Southeastern
16:11
Wellingborough
–
On time
East Midlands Railway
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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: 24
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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: 82
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Southeastern Train Enthusiasts – Class 37254 “Cardiff Canton”
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Class 37 locomotives have been a staple of the British railway network for decades. Among them, No. 37254 stands out due to its unique history and association with Cardiff Canton depot. This article explores the background, service life, and legacy of this iconic diesel-electric locomotive. Origins of Class 37 The Class 37 locomotives,…
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Erith Model Railway Society Exhibition 25th and 26th January 2025
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Erith Model Railway Society Exhibition 25th and 26th January 2025 Saturday 25th January – 10:00am to 5:00pm. Sunday 26th January – 10:00am to 4:00pm. Harris Garrard Academy, Yarnton Way, Thamesmead, NR Erith, Kent, DA18 4DW. Click on the postcode above to be redirected to Google Maps. Please do check before you travel. Thank you. Travelling by Car:…
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Gainsborough Model Railway Society
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Gainsborough Model Railway has one of the largest model railways in ‘O’ gauge, depicting The East Coast Main Line from Kings Cross to Leeds Central. This is no ordinary model railway, but a truly remarkable product of the model makers art. The building of the present railway commenced in 1953, and has now become one of…
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Sea-Change Sailing Trust Film Tour – “Wind, Tide & Oar” visiting Gravesend Town Pier In April 2024
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The Thames sailing barge ‘Blue Mermaid’ will be visiting Gravesend Town Pier on a Lottery Heritage-funded community engagement sea tour from Friday 26th April to Saturday 27th April. Book using this link to get your free ticket for the screenings. Views: 60
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WDMES at Hall Place
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Photos from WDMES at Hall Place showing the developing OO indoor Layout in the Club House, they also run Hornby live steam on it. Also outdoor G1 double track to which we intend adding O Gauge/ SM 32 very soon. The Welling Club recently relocated to Hall Place and Gardens at Bexley. Regards JD …
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Must Read Articles
Zoom Meeting – Gainsborough Model Railway
A talk by Society member, Henry Harryman, on the brilliant Gainsborough model railway. Views: 10
The Unknown Warrior Zoom Presentation
An excellent recording of a Zoom meeting about the National Memorial Locomotive by the LMS Patriot Project team. Also more interesting videos: 5551 “The Unknown Warrior” & 66418 “Patriot” at The Crewe Heritage Centre on Armistice Day 2018 …