About GRES
Welcome to Gravesend Railway Enthusiasts Society (GRES)
A Railway Enthusiast and Modelling Society centered on Gravesend, Kent.
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The Tom Fletcher GRES Annual Outing – Saturday 6 July 2024
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GRES 2024 Outing was organised by our Chairman – Ella Marcar Plan for the day 08.00 – Suggested time to be at St Paul’s URC Church, Singlewell 08.15 – Departure of midi-coach (with a comfort stop part-way) 10.30 to 12.30…
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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…
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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…
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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….
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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:…
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GRES July 2025 news
Hello Folks I hope you are all keeping well and staying safe in the heatwave. Views: 50
GRES June 2025 news
Hello Folks I hope you are all keeping well and enjoying the glorious sunshine. I can’t believe that we’re already in June! Views: 28
Sad Passing of Peter Willis
Hello I thought I’d just send a formal message to say very sadly, Dad Peter passed away very peacefully on bank holiday Monday (26th May 2025) , surrounded by loved ones. Views: 79
Join us for a free railway themed family event at GRES family day 2025
All aboard for a day of railway-themed family fun! The Gravesend Railway Enthusiasts Society (GRES) invites families of all ages to a captivating railway-themed family day on Sunday, 22nd June 2025, from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM at Higham Memorial…
Celebrate the 50th GRES Exhibition with Our Limited Edition 00 Gauge Wagon!
To commemorate the milestone 50th GRES Model Railway Exhibition, taking place on 1st & 2nd November 2025 in Gravesend, we are proud to announce the release of a special Limited Edition GRES 00 Gauge Wagon. Views: 177