Just keep playing trains: Geoff and Tims Romney day out Romney, Hythe & Dymchurch Railway 2022-11-03 | When the going gets tough, the tough go to the RHDR with their friends.Geoff, Tim and Chris went for a day out and talked about why they love railways and what they meant to them.www.samaritans.org www.thecalmzone.net youtube.com/channel/UCd18OhMfRmjMjzSHP7ZrzmwFind out more about becoming a volunteer here: rhdr.org.uk/volunteering
RHDR End of Season - Whats Next... Romney, Hythe & Dymchurch Railway 2022-11-08 | Chris attends the End of Season Parade and catches up with Operations Manager, Phil Brown to discuss what's next at RH&DR.Book your Santa Special ticket here ----- rhdr.org.uk/special-events/santa-special-december_1-2
RH&DR 95th Anniversary Steam and Diesel Gala - the team! Romney, Hythe & Dymchurch Railway 2022-06-06 | Volunteer Chris D speaks to the team during the 95th Anniversary Steam and Diesel Gala on the 14th and 15th May.Hear from the Signaller, Controller, Drivers and more as we take a look inside the Engine Shed and see a 'drivers eye view' from the footplate.Find out more about becoming a volunteer here: rhdr.org.uk/volunteering
The Grand Finale - 95th Anniversary Steam and Diesel Gala Romney, Hythe & Dymchurch Railway 2022-05-21 | The grand finale 🥳8 steam locomotives, 4 running parallel to each other arrive at their final destination after departing Hythe.A huge Romney thank you to everyone who has visited this weekend- just 5 years to go until the 100th anniversary!Romney, Hythe & Dymchurch Railway
RH&DR 95th Anniversary Steam and Diesel Gala 2022 Romney, Hythe & Dymchurch Railway 2022-05-14 | A great big 'Romney' welcome to all passengers visiting us today.Volunteer Chris has been catching up with today's Drivers ahead of a very busy day.Tickets can be purchased from the station shops and tickets purchased for today are valid until 1am tomorrow for our overnight running between New Romney and Hythe.www.rhdr.org.uk
95th Anniversary Steam and Diesel Gala Teaser - Romney, Hythe & Dymchurch Railway Romney, Hythe & Dymchurch Railway 2022-04-18 | The countdown is on to the 95th Anniversary Steam and Diesel Gala on the 14th and 15th May 🤩Saturday Highlights: 🚂95th Anniversary Parallel Run from New Romney to Hythe.🚂River Irt Solo working trips between New Romney & Hythe.🚂River Irt Non Stop through New Romney to Dymchurch from Romney Sands.🚂Katie & The Bug Top & Tail Shuttles from New Romney.🚂Double Headed Hythe to Hythe Non Stop.🚂River Irt & Shelagh of Eskdale Ravenglass Double Header from Hythe to New Romney.🚂Steam hauled freight services between Hythe & Romney Sands. 🚂Night time Parallel Run from New Romney to HytheSee the public timetable and buy your tickets here: rhdr.org.uk/special-events/steam-and-diesel-gala-2022
Driver Experience Day on the RH&DR (2022) Romney, Hythe & Dymchurch Railway 2022-04-14 | Working the Regulator of one of our world famous steam locomotives is an exhilarating experience. Do it once and you may be hooked for life; many are!Our highly skilled and dedicated team of Drivers and Signallers are passionate about providing a fulfilling learning experience to each course participant. They impart their expertise and technical knowledge in a highly professional manner.We have extended our repertoire of courses and now offer a full range of half-day, one-day and two-day courses to suit all levels of driving ability and pockets.Travel along with Chris, Driver Alex and the participants today.To check availability and find out more: rhdr.org.uk/experience-days
Black Prince in Hythe - Spring 2022 Romney, Hythe & Dymchurch Railway 2022-04-09 | The daffodils are dancing and the sky is blue!Steam locomotives Black Prince, Winston Churchill and Samson will be steaming around the Romney Marsh today alongside diesel locomotive J B Snell.Treat your family today with a trip from Hythe to Dungeness, why not grab a bite to eat while you're there?www.rhdr.org.uk #RHDR #Hythe #Dymchurch #NewRomney #RomneySands #Dungeness #Kent #SteamLoco #SteamRailway #Train
RH&DR Fan Harry B departing New Romney on a Driver Experience in March Romney, Hythe & Dymchurch Railway 2022-03-25 | Harry departs New Romney with experienced driver Alex B as they steam through the tunnel heading towards Romney Sand and Dungeness.rhdr.org.uk/experience-days
Welsh coal arrives at the RH&DR Romney, Hythe & Dymchurch Railway 2022-03-09 | You can almost hear the excited giggles of the team when yesterday's coal delivery arrived.26.3 Tons arrived from Llantrisant in Wales to enable us to 'keep on steamin' to Easter and beyond.We'd love for you to join us in March. Tickets are available online or at the station on the day of travel: rhdr.org.uk/timetables#RHDR #Railway #Kent #VisitKent #Coal #Heritage #SteamTrain #SteamRailway
RH&DR Grand Finale - 7 Steam Locomotives Romney, Hythe & Dymchurch Railway 2021-10-25 | The Grand Finale - Green Goddess, Northern Chief, Southern Maid, Hercules, Samson, Winston Churchill and Black Prince make the final dash from Dungeness to New Romney for Steam and Diesel Autumn Gala.www.RHDR.org.ukSupport your railway by donating an item here: https://amzn.eu/gujpCpE
Steam and Diesel Autumn Gala 2021 - The Bug and Black Prince Romney, Hythe & Dymchurch Railway 2021-10-24 | Locomotive no.4 The Bug and locomotive no.11 Black Prince steam out of New Romney Station for a parallel run to Hythe.www.rhdr.org.uk
Hercules driver training ay Hythe Romney, Hythe & Dymchurch Railway 2021-09-10 | Locomotive no.5, Hercules, is driven by 2 drivers today. Nik is training with well-versed driver Ian. Give them a wave if you spot them.www.RHDR.org.uk
Black Prince Returns and the official launch of the Heritage Centre Romney, Hythe & Dymchurch Railway 2021-09-08 | On Saturday 4th September the Romney, Hythe & Dymchurch Railway hosted a double celebration: Black Prince Returns and the official launch of the Heritage Centre.Captured in this video is the launch speech by General Manager, Danny Martin.www.rhdr.org.uk
Bus Rally Day interview Romney, Hythe & Dymchurch Railway 2021-08-16 | 🌟Bus Rally Day🌟Who is looking forward to Bus Rally Day 2021?With just less than 3 weeks to go Richard catches up with Andy, the event's organiser, to see what we've got to look forward to.www.rhdr.org.uk
Becoming Green Goddess Romney, Hythe & Dymchurch Railway 2021-08-11 | 🧐Relaxation Video🧐Is there anything more therapeutic than becoming 'Green Goddess' as she steams into the loop at Dungeness?www.rhdr.org.uk
Winston Churchill steams into the sunset Romney, Hythe & Dymchurch Railway 2021-07-21 | Guests waved goodbye to #Dungeness Station after a fun packed wedding day.You can travel with us today by booking online. From today you’re able to select separate outward and return journeys but continue to be seated in private compartments.www.RHDR.org.uk
Northern Chief steam around the loop at Dungeness in the early evening. Romney, Hythe & Dymchurch Railway 2021-05-29 | Locomotive number 2, Northern Chief, steams around the loop at Dungeness.This special evening train departed New Romney for Dungeness for a Saturday (or Friday) Night Fish and Chip Takeaway Special.This special trains are running throughout June and July.Booking online is essential: rhdr.org.uk/special-events/saturday-or-friday-night-fish-chip-takeaways
Green Goddess steams towards May Bank Holiday Romney, Hythe & Dymchurch Railway 2021-04-30 | Locomotive number 1, Green Goddess, is steaming towards May Bank holiday Weekend.Spend quality time with your family this weekend and make memories. Travel from Hythe to Dungeness, Hythe to New Romney or enjoy the Seaside Special.Booking is essential: rhdr.org.uk/timetables
RH&DR to re-open after receiving Culture Recover Fund Grant Romney, Hythe & Dymchurch Railway 2021-04-02 | Romney, Hythe & Dymchurch Railway to receive up to £210,000 from second round of the Government’s Culture Recovery Fund• The RH&DR are among more than 2,700 recipients to benefit from the latest round of awards from the £1.57 billion Culture Recovery Fund • This award will be used to keep the railway running and prepared for a positive season in 2021. Critical to this is maintaining all the engines, rolling stock. permanent way and buildings on our unique 94 year old railway still being operated by the original fleet of locomotives. This is undertaken by a dedicated group of paid and volunteer staff who have and will put there all into ensuring the railway continues to operate and entertain the hundreds of thousands of visitors we see each year. This funding will ensure this team can be kept together, their expertise and experience can be utilised at its best and the future of the railway can then be assured.Romney, Hythe & Dymchurch Railway in Kent has received a grant of up to £210,000 from the Government’s £1.57 billion Culture Recovery Fund to help the organisation recover and reopen. Nearly £400 million has been awarded to thousands of cultural organisations across the country including [Organisation] in the latest round of support from the Culture Recovery Fund, the Culture Secretary announced today.Over £800 million in grants and loans has already been awarded to support almost 3,800 cinemas, performance venues, museums, heritage sites and other cultural organisations dealing with the immediate challenges of the coronavirus pandemic.This brings the Government's total investment across grants, capital and repayable finance from the Culture Recovery Fund so far to more than £1.2 billion across over 5,000 individual cultural and heritage organisations and sites.The second round of awards made today will help organisations to look ahead to the spring and summer and plan for reopening and recovery. After months of closures and cancellations to contain the virus and save lives, this funding will be a much-needed helping hand for organisations transitioning back to normal in the months ahead. Culture Secretary, Oliver Dowden, said:“Our record breaking Culture Recovery Fund has already helped thousands of culture and heritage organisations across the country survive the biggest crisis they've ever faced. Now we’re staying by their side as they prepare to welcome the public back through their doors - helping our cultural gems plan for reopening and thrive in the better times ahead."Danny Martin (RH&DR General Manager), said: Our railway is held very dear in the hearts and minds of its customers, its staff and supporters and the community it serves. The Culture Recovery Fund has ensured we have survived this most challenging winter in good shape. The award, just announced, will ensure we can provide as many services and great days out as possible from the 12th April. Our aim is to work towards welcoming 100,000 visitors over the course of the rest of this year and for every one of them to have experienced the nostalgia of steam, seen the wonders of Romney Marsh and Dungeness and become engaged by the very special welcome the people of our railway are famed for. We are all so grateful for this financial help that makes this possible.
Academy Radio Interview with Danny Martin Romney, Hythe & Dymchurch Railway 2021-03-27 | Did you catch Danny Martin (RH&DR General Manager) on 105.9 Academy FM Folkestone yesterday?He was talking to David about our re-opening plans (Monday 12th April) and about AW Rail of the AW Group and their recent volunteering project. Find out more about volunteering: rhdr.org.uk/volunteeringBook your tickets for Back on track re-opening week here: rhdr.org.uk/timetables
Annual Level Crossing Checks: Eastbridge Road Romney, Hythe & Dymchurch Railway 2021-03-26 | Paul, Steve, Andy and Rod were back outside again this week for more 'Annual Level Crossing Checks'. Yesterday it was the turn of Eastbridge Road in Dymchurch.Steve stations himself near to the box that houses the batteries and lots of wiring and sends signals to the level crossing. Paul, Andy and Rod report back important information such as alarm sounds, light signals and boom movements.Become a Facebook Fan Subscriber for more behind the scenes information from the RH&DR.rhdr.org.uk/timetables
DiBloC System: part 2 Romney, Hythe & Dymchurch Railway 2021-03-22 | DiBloC (part 2) Here's our Senior Engineering Manager, Paul, to tell you about the new DiBloC system for Romney Sands. Today he's talking about protecting the system if there was power failure, recording of outputs and more.www.rhdr.org.uk
DiBloC system - part 1. Romney, Hythe & Dymchurch Railway 2021-02-26 | Here's our Senior Engineering Manager to tell you about the new DiBloC system for Romney Sands. 'Digital Block Controller (DiBloC)Park Signalling has developed a Digital Block Controller to allow a section of single line railway to be controlled without the need for end to end cabling or on-board equipment.The product shares many of the same operational and safety concepts with traditional electric key token machines, which have been in operation on railways around the world for many years.DiBloC is designed to communicate digitally (optionally wirelessly) through IP based systems, and include provision for TPWS and section signal release.' - Park SignallingJoin our Supporter Community and become a Facebook Fan Subscriber to see part 2 before its released publicly.
Amazon Wishlist Unboxing January 2021 Romney, Hythe & Dymchurch Railway 2021-01-18 | Our locos may be third size but our ‘thank yous’ are full sized.Danny M (General Manager of the RH&DR) would like to say thank you for all of your generous donations including those from our Amazon Wishlist. If you’d like to donate an item, purchase it directly from this list and Amazon will post it to us: https://amzn.eu/gujpCpE Would you like to be kept up to date with all of our behind the scenes projects why not become a Facebook Fan? Click ‘Become a supporter’ at the top of the page - www.facebook.com/RHandDR . For a small monthly fee you’ll be supporting the Romney, Hythe and Dymchurch Railway through these unusual times.
RHDR Model Railway Exhibition headboards Romney, Hythe & Dymchurch Railway 2020-12-30 | Have you seen our personalised headboards?Richard has been taking a look around the Model Railway Exhibition at New Romney at some of the headboards from years gone by such as the Queen's Diamond Jubilee, the Air Training Corps, @Railcam Rambler and Laurel and Hardy.Did you know you can support your railway by purchasing a limited edition personalised headboard to be carried by us in 2021.Click here: rhdr.org.uk/fundraising
Santas Christmas Eve message 2020 Romney, Hythe & Dymchurch Railway 2020-12-24 | It's Christmas Eve !Santa has dropped in to say 'hello' before he returns to the #NorthPole.Did you make it to the good list?rhdr.org.uk/fundraising
Santa donations thank you Romney, Hythe & Dymchurch Railway 2020-12-23 | A great big 'thank you' from Santa.Here's his great big (nice) list of thank yous:Thank you to everyone who has travelled on the railway in 2020.Thank you to everyone who visited him on a Santa Special.Thank you to everyone who has sent us messages of support during our closure.Thank you to everyone for their understanding when we've followed Government closure guidance.Thank you to those passengers who donated some or all of their ticket fare to us.Thank you to those who chose to transfer their booking to 2021.Thank you to those who have purchase from our Amazon Wishlist: https://amzn.eu/gujpCpEThank you to those who have donated via our JustGiving appeal: justgiving.com/campaign/romneyrailwayonthemarshThank you to those who are taking part in the Hercules Virtual Marathon: nice-work.org.uk/virtual/Hercules/2020Thank you to everyone who 'likes', 'comments' and 'shares' our posts. You're support means the world to us.
Santa departs Hythe Station Romney, Hythe & Dymchurch Railway 2020-12-17 | The last train of the weekend is getting ready to depart from Hythe. Wave goodbye to Santa...until next weekend 🚂👋Santa Specials are now sold out but we do have availability on Mince Pie Specials between Christmas and New Year.www.rhdr.org.uk
Samson (6) shunts at New Romney Station. Romney, Hythe & Dymchurch Railway 2020-11-09 | Samson (6) arrives back at New Romney after a trip to Dungeness.We'll be temporarily closed until our first Santa Special in December.If you'd like to support our winter work you can find more details here: rhdr.org.uk/fundraising
Santa Specials: Our Wish(list) Romney, Hythe & Dymchurch Railway 2020-10-03 | Santa dropped into Hythe Signal Box to tell you all about our Christmas Wish(list).This year the railway are looking for your festive decoration donations.Can you help to light up our lives? We'd love some new Christmas decorations and are desperate for lights. We've listed them here for our supporters to purchase: https://amzn.eu/gujpCpE Have you been clearing space at home and have decorations to spare? We'd love to receive them if they're in good condition.
Gruffalo COVID secure video Romney, Hythe & Dymchurch Railway 2020-09-18 | An information video for passengers visiting us for 'Gruffalo' on Saturday 19th September 2020.
Santa visits Hythe Signal Box Romney, Hythe & Dymchurch Railway 2020-09-02 | Ho ho ho, look who has dropped into Hythe Signal Box to tell us about this year’s Santa Specials at the Romney, Hythe & Dymchurch Railway. This year’s Santa Special journeys will steam from New Romney to Hythe Christmas Hall where you’ll be able to visit Santa, children will receive a gift and the whole family can enjoy festive refreshments. Tickets are coming soon. Steam over to www.rhdr.org.uk scroll down the page and ‘Join Our Community’ and we'll let you know as soon as tickets become available.
Northern Chief steams away from New Romney Romney, Hythe & Dymchurch Railway 2020-08-03 | The Chair of our Board of Directors filmed Northern Chief heading out of New Romney on it's way to Dungeness during Saturday's re-opening.To enable us to keep all of our passengers and teams safe tickets must be pre-booked.
Welcome to Hythe Station Romney, Hythe & Dymchurch Railway 2020-07-17 | Welcome to the Romney, Hythe & Dymchurch Railway. Thank you everyone who has pre-booked their travel ticket. We're following all Government guidelines and your arrival at Hythe can be followed in this video.Book tickets here: www.rhdr.org.uk
Hercules departs Dungeness for New Romney on reopening day. Romney, Hythe & Dymchurch Railway 2020-07-04 | Hercules steams around Dungeness heading back to New Romney on reopening day. Prebooking is essential. www.rhdr.org.uk
Welcome to the RHDR - new guidelines. Romney, Hythe & Dymchurch Railway 2020-07-03 | Welcome to the Romney, Hythe & Dymchurch Railway. Thank you everyone who has pre-booked their travel ticket. We're following all Government guidelines and your arrival at New Romney can be followed in this video.
Were bear-ginning to re-open; Romney Bears Return Romney, Hythe & Dymchurch Railway 2020-06-30 | We're beginning to re-open. Our Romney Bears have been on a trip from New Romney to Dungeness return to test our re-opening service before we welcome the public on Saturday 4th July. If you'd like to join us, all tickets must be pre-booked to meet our safe opening requirements. Pre-book here: www.rhdr.org.uk
Hercules departs New Romney during Trial Day Romney, Hythe & Dymchurch Railway 2020-06-29 | Hercules takes the first train for around 14 weeks from New Romney to Dungeness during our trial day. Secure your seats for Saturday here: www.rhdr.org.uk
Steaming towards our goal! (£11,000) Romney, Hythe & Dymchurch Railway 2020-06-08 | You can help us reach our goal! Our dedicated supporters have helped us to reach £11,000 through the sale of Virtual Supporters Tickets. Due to the temporary closure of the railway because of COVID19 restrictions the RHDR has missed a key revenue earning part of the year. The RHDR has been in operation since 1927 and the steam trains have been the main attraction. Our steam trains alongside our buildings and staff teams are paid for by passengers visiting the railway, revenue that now does not exist. However, you can continue to support us by purchasing a 'Supporter's Virtual Ticket' here: rhdr.vticket.co.uk/section.php/23/1/support-us We've currently received £11,000 of our £30,000 goal.
Q&A with Danny Martin, General Manager Romney, Hythe & Dymchurch Railway 2020-06-08 | We’re asking our General Manager, Danny Martin, what’s changed in the 20 years he’s been in this role, how he usually plans for our annual Gala and much more.Quoting: ‘If everything went exactly to plan it just wouldn’t be Gala day’. Fingers crossed today is the first time all goes seamlessly! Pop you questions in the comments below.You may have seen his weekly Amazon Unboxing videos in which he calls out for some much needed Pledge polish for our locos. If you’d like to purchase something from our Amazon Wishlist see: https://amzn.eu/gujpCpE
Q&A with Paul Trotter, Senior Engineering Manager Romney, Hythe & Dymchurch Railway 2020-06-06 | A warm Romney welcome to Paul Trotter our Senior Engineering Manager. He’ll be talking us through the team’s work on level crossings, signal boxes and track relaying. Paul would love to hear from all of you. Pop your question in the comments below.Support us here: rhdr.vticket.co.uk/section.php/23/1/support-us/05d5eb5610ede1150f29c1b4c13eff9e
Q&A with Drivers, Zak and Alex. Romney, Hythe & Dymchurch Railway 2020-06-01 | Driving one of our steam locomotives is often a job dreamt of since childhood. Drivers Zak and Alex are hear to answer your questions. If your question isn’t covered in the video just pop it into the comments below and they’ll reply to as many as possible today.Would you like to experience what it’s like to driver one of our world famous locos? You can purchase one of popular Driver Experince Days here: rhdr.org.uk/experience-days
Q&A with Andy Hunt, Duty Controller. Romney, Hythe & Dymchurch Railway 2020-06-01 | We’re welcoming Andy Hunt, Duty Controller, to our Virtual Steam and Diesel Gala. He’d usually at work bright and early ready for the day ahead. Today, as much as he’d love to see the locos steaming past his windows, he’s safely at home. One of Andy’s other roles is being part of the Vegetation Team. He added some items to our Amazon Wishlist such as Stihl oil and shears. If you’d like to purchase something from our wishlist please click here: https://amzn.eu/gujpCpE
Wroxham Broad and Doctor Syn depart Hythe plus our favourite multiple headers Romney, Hythe & Dymchurch Railway 2020-05-28 | Steam and Diesel Gala wouldn’t be complete with a multiple header towards the end of the day, it’s usually a full train that makes lots of noise so we’ve added our favourites here for you all.Share your favourite multiple headers with us below.You can support us today here: rhdr.org.uk/special-events/support-the-rh-dr
The Bug shuttles to Warren Halt plus our favourite clips of The Bug Romney, Hythe & Dymchurch Railway 2020-05-28 | Hands up Bug fans? The Bug is the only locomotive in the fleet to have its own official club. It’s a firm favourite with fans both big and small and features during our Santa Specials and Family Fun Weekends.Share your favourite photos and videos of the The Bug in the comments below. Is it nearly time for tea? Purchase your Virtual Afternoon Tea here: rhdr.vticket.co.uk/section.php/23/1/support-us/2d88d2ec73f89b24fb2f744ef7687f63
Northern Chief and Hurricane non-stop to Hythe and our favourite non-stops. Romney, Hythe & Dymchurch Railway 2020-05-26 | Non- stops are such a special sight and bring with them a magnificent sound – a real treat for both passengers and drivers alike. Watch Northern Chief and Hurricane head non-stop to Hythe before seeing our favourite non-stopping specials.Share your favourite photos or videos of RHDR non-stops in the comments below.You can support us today here: rhdr.org.uk/special-events/support-the-rh-dr
J B Snell and Shelagh of Eskdale double head plus our favourite diesel and petrol locomotives. Romney, Hythe & Dymchurch Railway 2020-05-26 | Shelagh of Eskdale is currently on loan from our friends at the Ravenglass and Eskdale Railway and is seen here double heading with our very own J B Snell. Shelagh is usually seen alongside our maintenance teams working with both P-Way and the Vegetation Team.Also in this video we cover our favourite diesel and petrol locomotives, some of which go mainly unseen. Share your favourite photos and videos of our diesel locomotives in the comments below.Getting ‘virtually’ peckish? There’s still time to order your Virtual Fish and Chips here: rhdr.vticket.co.uk/section.php/23/1/support-us/28418f0eb4f5924873599a955f342c78
The Bug and Winston Churchill double header plus our favourite New Romney departures. Romney, Hythe & Dymchurch Railway 2020-05-24 | Hurrah, The Bug and Winston Churchill are ready to depart New Romney for Hythe. In this video you’ll also see our favourite New Romney departures. Share your favourite photos or videos of New Romney departures in the comments below.You can support us today here: rhdr.org.uk/special-events/support-the-rh-dr
