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South East England

Brighton and Hove

Volk’s Electric Railway

South East England

Brighton and Hove

Volk’s Electric Railway

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Volk’s Electric Railway

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Location: Brighton and Hove, South East England, England, United Kingdom

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January 29, 2024

Hiking

Oldest electric train in Great Britain and a Brighton highlight, because a ride on the Volk’s Electric Railway with a gauge of 825 millimeters is not just for train lovers. The route between the final stops “Aquarium Station” and “Black Rock” offers wonderful views of the beach.

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April 21, 2025

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Here in Brighton, the first electric railway was put into operation on 4 August 1883, known as the People's Electric Railway

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