About GRES
Welcome to Gravesend Railway Enthusiasts Society (GRES)
A Railway Enthusiast and Modelling Society centered on Gravesend, Kent.
London Euston Live Departures
Time
Destination
Plat
Expt
14:30
Glasgow Central
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On time
Avanti West Coast
14:30
Watford Junction
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On time
London Overground
14:33
Manchester Piccadilly
16
On time
Avanti West Coast
14:39
Milton Keynes Central
11
On time
5-car, LNR & WMR
14:40
Edinburgh
15
On time
Avanti West Coast
14:43
Liverpool Lime Street
14
On time
Avanti West Coast
14:45
Watford Junction
–
On time
London Overground
14:46
Crewe
5
On time
LNR & WMR
14:53
Manchester Piccadilly
–
On time
Avanti West Coast
14:54
Tring
–
On time
LNR & WMR
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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: 103
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Sell Your Model Railway Collection Local, Friendly & Hassle-Free!
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Based Near Gravesend, Kent Do you have a model railway collection you’re thinking of selling?Whether it’s a single treasured loco or a loft packed full of layouts, we offer a friendly, respectful service with fair valuations. Above all, we’re genuine enthusiasts who share your passion for railway heritage. We’re local to Gravesend, Kent, and happy…
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GRES April 2025 news
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Hello Folks I hope you are all keeping well. Although we lost an hour’s sleep, it looks like Spring has sprung at last! Thank you to the members who responded to the survey about a GRES-commissioned wagon to mark 50 years of GRES Model Railway Exhibitions. The votes have been and varified and we…
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Calling All Secondary Schools: Join the Next Generation Railway Builders Challenge!
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Celebrate 200 Years of Railways and Inspire the Engineers of the Future The Gravesend Railway Enthusiasts Society (GRES) is thrilled to announce an exciting opportunity for secondary schools in and around Gravesend to mark 200 years of trains and the 50th Gravesend Model Railway Show, we are inviting schools to take part in the Next Generation…
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Railway 200
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In 2025, the United Kingdom celebrates the 200th anniversary of the modern railway, marking two centuries since the inauguration of the Stockton & Darlington Railway in 1825. This pioneering venture revolutionized transportation, paving the way for the extensive rail networks we rely on today. To commemorate this bicentennial milestone, numerous events and exhibitions are planned…
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GRES March 2025 News
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Hello Folks I hope you are all keeping well, avoiding various winter bugs and keeping warm (as the weather is still chilly)! Also, we have a new and improved Facebook group, so may I ask you to join and tell all your friends and family: https://www.facebook.com/people/GRES-Gravesend-Railway-Enthusiasts-Society/61552508150631/ We have some interesting scheduled GRES meetings coming up in March, as follows:…
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Zoom Meeting – Gainsborough Model Railway
A talk by Society member, Henry Harryman, on the brilliant Gainsborough model railway. Views: 11
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 …