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
05:29
Luton
1
On time
8-car, Thameslink
05:33
London Charing Cross
0
On time
10-car, Southeastern
05:42
London St Pancras (Intl)
1
On time
6-car, Southeastern
05:59
Luton
1
On time
8-car, Thameslink
06:03
London Charing Cross
0
On time
10-car, Southeastern
06:11
London St Pancras (Intl)
1
On time
6-car, Southeastern
06:17
Rainham (Kent)
2
On time
8-car, Thameslink
06:20
London Cannon Street
–
On time
5-car, Southeastern
06:29
Luton
–
On time
8-car, Thameslink
06:33
London Charing Cross
–
On time
10-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: 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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Railway Photos from 1990’s
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I have recently acquired a set of negatives, covering the early and mid-90s. I have been able to scan some in and post them here. Please comment below if you have any further information on each photo.I will upload them as I scan them in. Please attribute to source (https://www.gres.org.uk/) for the resharing of photos…
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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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