About GRES
Welcome to Gravesend Railway Enthusiasts Society (GRES)
A Railway Enthusiast and Modelling Society centered on Gravesend, Kent.
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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GRES May 2025 news
Hello Folks I hope you are all keeping well and enjoying the glorious sunshine. For any Stars Wars fans, may the fourth be with you…! Views: 16
Railway Photos from 1990’s
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…
Sell Your Model Railway Collection Local, Friendly & Hassle-Free!
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…
GRES April 2025 news
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…
Calling All Secondary Schools: Join the Next Generation Railway Builders Challenge!
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…