Watercress Line activities for Home Schooling.
2nd Apr 2020
Watercress Line activities for Home Schooling. Visit our new Learning on the Line pages, for activity sheets and things to do at home whilst you are not able to visit ...
Latest news
Temporary closure and how you can help us continue our work
23rd Mar 2020
We are sorry to let you know that, due to new UK Government advice on Coronavirus/Covid-19, the Mid Hants Railway is temporarily closed to the public. The safety of ...
Another major milestone for the Watercress Line!
19th Mar 2020
The latest carriage to be completed in the Watercress Line’s Carriage workshop at Ropley Station, has been revealed as the MK1 CK 16083 and huge congratulations go to the ...
Mid Hants Railway appoints new General Manager to drive line forward
4th Mar 2020
Mid Hants Railway ‘Watercress Line’, is delighted to announce that it has appointed a new General Manager to lead the team. With effect from today, long-term volunteer ...
Six historic Bulleid carriages to run together for first time in preservation
28th Feb 2020
Enthusiasts will have a unique opportunity to see the six Bulleid carriages running together in preservation for the first time this March at Mid Hants Railway ‘Watercress Line’. ...
Watercress Line welcomes Thomas the Tank Engine this Easter for the 75th anniversary
26th Feb 2020
Mid Hants Railway ‘Watercress Line’ will be welcoming the world’s favourite little blue tank engine this Easter during its 75th anniversary year, as its hugely popular ...
Watercress Line wows guests with world-famous Flying Scotsman
19th Feb 2020
The Watercress Line was buzzing with excitement and anticipation yesterday as guests awaited the arrival of the record-breaking Flying Scotsman into Alresford Station to kick off her three week visit ...
The Watercress Line announces 2020 events - including two new events in the summer
6th Feb 2020
The Watercress Line has announced its full calendar of events for 2020, featuring annual family favourites, behind the scenes tours, and a jam-packed steam gala for steam enthusiasts and visitors of ...
The Watercress Line announces 2020 events
6th Feb 2020
The Watercress Line has announced its 2020 events programme, featuring annual family favourites, behind the scenes tours and a jam-packed steam gala. Kicking off the family event programme on 14th ...
Jamie and Jimmy’s Friday Night Feast visits The Watercress Company and Watercress Line
14th Jan 2020
Hampshire’s market town of Alresford will be watched by millions on Friday 17 January as two of its thriving businesses appear on the popular show Jamie & Jimmy’...
MHRPS Grand Draw Winners
11th Nov 2019
The MHRPS Grand Draw was made on 27th October and the following ticket numbers won: 1st prize (£1000) - 22101 2nd prize (£350) - 1065 3rd prize (£250) - 3761 4th prize (£100) ...
1940’s Christmas experience returns to the Watercress Line
6th Nov 2019
The Watercress Line’s popular Christmas Leave event makes a welcome return on 26th-27th December, inviting guests to experience the atmosphere of a 1940’s Christmas on the ...
The countdown is on for a 1940’s Christmas experience at the Watercress Line
4th Nov 2019
The countdown is on for the Watercress Line’s popular Christmas Leave event which makes a welcome return later this month allowing guests to experience the atmosphere of a 1940&...
Volunteer Awards : 20 Years Service
1st Nov 2019
The Watercress Line simply wouldn't be here without the support and commitment of our many volunteers over the years. This year we are awarding 7 of our volunteers with the ...
Information about the MHRPS Trustees and the full MHRPS Annual Report and Accounts for 2019
23rd Oct 2019
Information on the MHRPS Trustees and a copy of the full MHRPS Annual Report and Accounts for 2019 are available to view. They can be found in the 'About Us' dropdown ...
Join Santa on a magical train journey with the Watercress Line this Christmas
15th Oct 2019
The hugely popular ‘Santa Specials’ event at the Watercress Line is already selling fast, with some trains fully booked - visitors are being encouraged not to delay purchasing ...