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EMSR Adventure Park (Eastbourne Miniature Steam Railway)

Eastbourne, East Sussex

Miniature steam locomotive on the track at Eastbourne Miniature Steam RailwayPhoto: Poliphilo, CC0

Photo: Poliphilo, CC0

A miniature steam railway in a country park on the edge of Eastbourne. One-eighth scale locomotives pull passengers for nearly a mile around the park and a five-acre lake, and there are playgrounds and a railway-themed cafe.

Highlights

  • Nearly a mile of miniature railway
  • Adventure playground and under-fives play area
  • Five-acre lake
  • Railway-style cafe

Good to know

  • Book ahead online to save on gate prices

Getting there

EMSR Adventure Park (Eastbourne Miniature Steam Railway), Lottbridge Drove, Eastbourne, BN23 6QJ

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