Romney Hythe & Dymchurch Railway Association
May the sun never set on the world's smallest mainline railway
Our original fleet of 90 year-old steam locomotives still work the line daily
An association of enthusiasts and dedicated supporters
Help us get steam up for the hundredth anniversary in 2027
Volunteers and paid staff keep the trains going
Our pair of mainline 15" gauge diesels are special too
The RHDRA contributed to Samson's overhaul and return to service
Romney Hythe & Dymchurch Railway Association – gateway to the enthusiasm behind the RHDR
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Our amazing story
Our story has GP racers, celebrities, speed; wartime battles and happy holidays – make it your story too!
RH&DR Green Goddess leaving Dymchurch
Become a member
Help us keep the railway running – details of how to join and membership benefits here.
What we do
Hands-on help, key roles, events, educating the public, conserving heritage, fund-raising read more here…
Participate
Marshlander magazine
Full colour, four times a year – all the news and information for all members, young and old.
Black Prince – Number 11
Great news. Black Prince is on the way to steaming again.
Manage my membership
Discover how you can be a part of RHDRA.
Supporting the Railway
Donate to help the RH&DRA support and preserve the Railway. Your donations are important for us to continue our projects.
RHDR Visitor Site
The Railway’s main portal for today’s information, tickets, and timetables.
Leaving a legacy
Legacies have enabled the railway to provide volunteer accommodation, do major repairs to locomotives and track, and much more.
Who is who in the RHDRA?
We are run entirely by volunteers.
Volunteer
Regular working parties, and lots of roles on the railway – from cleaning floors to driving trains!
