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The World’s Oldest Operating Electric Railway, opened in 1883, now over 140 years old! Winner of Heritage Railway of the Year Award 2024. Be whisked away on one of our heritage trains and journey on our mile long track running besides Brighton’s beautiful beach front. A perfect trip for families, those who have a passion for Brighton’s history, an enthusiasm for trains or if you simply want to sit back and enjoy the view. Join us on the unique Volk’s Electric Railway, a feat of Victorian engineering.
No need to pre book just turn up and ride.
Make sure to check out our museum at Aquarium Station-Visitor Centre. Where you can learn about the railway’s history and the pioneering spirit of Magnus Volk. Along with his other one-of-a-kind inventions.
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Guide Prices
| Ticket Type | Ticket Tariff |
|---|---|
| Adult return fare | £6.70 per ticket |
| Adult single fare | £5.20 per ticket |
| Child (age 5-15) return fare | £4.20 per ticket |
| Child (age 5-15) single fare | £3.30 per ticket |
| Family Return | £17.30 per ticket |
| Family Single | £12.70 per ticket |
| Senior Return | £5.20 per ticket |
| Senior Single | £3.80 per ticket |
| To Half Way Adult Return | £5.20 per ticket |
| To Half Way Adult Single | £3.30 per ticket |
| To Halfway Child Return | £3.30 per ticket |
| To Halfway Child Single | £2.30 per ticket |
Adult Return Residents Discount £5.00 per ticket
Only available on selected dates
28th April – 02nd May
22nd Sep – 28th Sep
Postcodes BN1, BN2, BN3 & BN41 only. Proof of address required on entry.
Children Return Residents Discount £3.40 per ticket
Only available on selected dates
28th April – 02nd May
22nd Sep – 28th Sep
Must be accompanied by an adult from a Brighton post code.
Dogs ride for free.
Children 4 and under free
Please note that we are a cashless attraction. Debit cards, major credit cards and contactless payments are welcome
Facilities
Accessibility
- All Areas Accessible to Disabled Visitors
- Disabled Parking - nearby (Madeira Drive).
- Disabled persons toilet - Customer, Disabled toilet – Aquarium Station Public and Disabled toilets –Halfway Station, Black Rock Station
- Facility for service dogs - Dogs welcome.
- Guide Dogs Permitted
- Parking Areas for Disabled Visitors
- Ramp/Level Access - Ramp/Level access when leaving station. Please let the cashier know if you need more time when boarding the train.
- Wheelchair user accessible - Wheelchairs must be folded when boarding the train. Small gap between the train and platform.
Catering
- Cafe - Aquarium station – Milk Bar Café (With in and outside seating). Halfway Station – Jungle Rumble Café. Just outside of station (Takeaway and outside seating). Black Rock Station – 5–10-minute walk from the Marina Cafes and restaurants.
- Food Shop on site
- Outdoor eating area - At Aquarium Station cafe
- Refreshments Available
- Take away food - nearby.
- Vegetarians catered for
Children & Infants
- Babes in Arms
- Baby changing - At Aquarium Station.
- Family Friendly, Children Welcome - Pushchairs must be folded when boarding the train. Children to be seated in the middle of the train compartment.
Establishment Features
- All weather attraction - (exceptions for extreme weather) Outside seating, some inside compartments. Heritage train ride Seaside views Sight of Scientific interest Heritage Railway of the year 2024
- Beach / Coast within walking distance
- Dogs admitted on a lead - max 1 per person.
- Dogs welcome
- Gift shop - Visitor Centre- Gift shop (coming soon)
- Groups by arrangement - (20+) by arrangement
- Groups welcome
- Guided tours by arrangement - Talks, Tours, and School bookings. Please contact: Verity Keeley Email: Verity.Keeley@brighton-hove.gov.uk
- LGBT Friendly
- Special Opening for Groups by Arrangement - School bookings by arrangement.
- Toilets - nearby.
Parking & Transport
- Coach parking - Nearby (Madeira Drive}.
- On site parking close by - Paid Parking along Madeira Drive. No on-site visitor parking.at venue.
- Railway station within walking distance - 3-5 Minute walk from Sea Life Centre Bus Stop 15-20 Minute walk from Brighton Train Station .
- Secure cycle parking
Payment Methods
- Groups Accepted
- MasterCard accepted
- Special group rates
- Visa accepted - Card payments only. Sorry we are a cashless venue. AMEX not taken.
Provider Preferences
- In town/city centre - On the beach, east of Brighton Pier.
Travel & Trade
- Group discounts available
Opening Times
| 2025 (5 Apr 2025 - 30 Sept 2025) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Day | Times | |
| Monday | 10:10 | - 17:15 |
| Tuesday - Wednesday | 11:15 | - 17:15 |
| Summer 2025 (1 July 2025 - 30 Aug 2025) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Day | Times | |
| Thursday - Friday | 10:15 | - 17:15 |
| Saturday - Sunday | 10:15 | - 18:15 |
| Bank Holiday | 10:15 | - 18:15 |
| 2025 (1 Sept 2025 - 30 Sept 2025) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Day | Times | |
| Wednesday | 10:15 | - 17:15 |
* General Opening Text
Awards
- Regional and Miscellaneous -
WTTC Safe Travels 2021
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