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South East Steam Spectacular -2026

South East Steam Spectacular 2026

Duration

5 Days

Departure Dates

15th October 2026

Prices from

£925 Per person

Full steam ahead on this action-packed tour to Kent featuring the magnificent "Giants of Steam" event at Bluebell Railway. Steam nostalgia on four other historic steam lines including an exclusive charter, a depot visit, narrow-gauge railways, run-bys, and fantastic photo opportunities. Explore heritage and beauty on this fantastic celebration of steam.

Bluebell Railway1 ©Shutterstock
Bluebell Railway1 ©Shutterstock

5 days from £925

 

DEPARTS

Thursday 15 October 2026

 

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

  • Experience the incredible "Giants of Steam" event at Bluebell Railway

  • Tickets allowing unlimited rides on the intensive service

  • Steam on the narrow-gauge Romney, Hythe & Dymchurch Railway

  • Exclusive steam charter and depot visit at the Sittingbourne & Kemsley Railway

  • Journey through the High Weald countryside on the Spa Valley Railway

  • Steam nostalgia on the historic Kent & East Sussex Railway

  • Enjoy free time in the delightful town of Tenterden

 

Also included in your Tour Fare:

  • 4 nights’ bed & breakfast plus 1 evening meal

  • Services of experienced Railtrail Tour Manager

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