1. South East and London
  2. Hampshire
  3. New Alresford

Attraction Information

Pick up your golden ticket and experience the golden age of steam travel at Mid Hants Railway Watercress Line!

Get up close with the locomotives at this historic railway and treat your family to a day out on a steam train. Make sure to stop o at Alresford’s charming Georgian town centre with lots of great independent shops, a picturesque riverside walk and local landmarks. Top tip: A trip to Hinton Ampner, a nearby National Trust property is a must. A day out here is certain to have mini-train enthusiasts jumping up and down with glee! 

Walk in Harry Potter’s footsteps over the iron footbridge where he received his ticket for the Hogwarts Express, or visit the Loco Yard where you can look behind the scenes in the impressive engineering workshops and get up close to the locomotives. 

They also run several special event days throughout the year, including 'A Day Out With Thomas' where you can meet Thomas the Tank Engine and friends; a great family day out for Thomas enthusiasts with plenty of children's activities including a miniature railway and vintage fairground.  Other special event days include the popular 'Wizard Weekend', Vintage immersive days, Steam Illuminations, Father Christmas events and many more.  

And for a dining experience with a difference, step onboard and watch the picturesque Hampshire countryside roll by as you enjoy a traditional Sunday roast with the family. 

  • Great independent shops and riverside walks
  • Experience the golden age of stream travel
  • Special event days including 'A Day out with Thomas' & 'Wizard Weekend'
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Opening Times

Monday to Sunday 09:30 - 16:30
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Pricing & Tickets

General Admission
Freedom Adult - £23.50
Freedom Child 5-16 - £11.85
Freedom Child Under 5 - FREE
Freedom Member Adult - £11.75
Freedom Member Child - £5.95 
Freedom Carer + 1 Adult - £23.50 
Freedom Carer + 1 Child - £11.85
Freedom 1 Adult + Max 3 Children - £36.35
Freedom 2 Adults + Max 3 Children - £59.85 
Freedom 1 Member Adult + Max 3 Children - £18.25
Freedom 2 Adult Member + Max 3 Children - £29.95   

PLEASE NOTE: Ticket prices for Special Event Days and Experiences vary. Please visit our website for individual event prices.

Parking:
Alresford Station Car Park £1.50 max
Ropley: Parking only available on certain event days in the field 
Station Hill & Four Marks Station - No parking available
Alton Station Car Park (operated by South Western Railway) Monday - Friday - Peak ticket: £9.30 / O peak £2.00 and Saturday - Sunday Off- peak: £2.00

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Yes, there is parking onsite.

Alresford Station Car Park (coins only)
Per Hour: £0.30
Over 4 Hours: £1.50

Alton Station Car Park (pay with card)
Weekdays: £7.50
Weekends: £2.00

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Contact Details

The Railway Station
New Alresford,
Hampshire
SO24 9JG
England

Tel: 01962 733810

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