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Volk's Electric Railway

Railway

Arch 285, Madeira Drive
Brighton
East Sussex
BN2 1EN

Ticket Prices

About

Visitors this autumn will be the first to use new Aquarium station and visitor centre. The new visitor centre is free to access and features interactive exhibits that bring to life the story of inventor Magnus Volk and his pioneering railway.

Britain's oldest electric railway built in 1883, running for one and a quarter miles along the top of the beach from the Aquarium Station near Brighton Pier to the Marina. Trains every 15 mins. Cafe and toilets opposite.

Contact Maurice Curran the Schools Booking Officer on 01273 292718 or visit -http://volkselectricrailway.co.uk/visit-us/arrange-a-school-visit/

You can also fill out an enquiry form on the railway Volunteers site - http://volkselectricrailway.co.uk/visit-us/arrange-a-school-visit/

Guide Prices

Ticket Type	Ticket Tariff
Adult return fare	£4.80 per ticket
Adult single fare	£3.70 per ticket
Child (age 3-14) return fare	£2.90 per ticket
Child (age 3-14) single fare	£2.20 per ticket
Family return	£12.50 per ticket
Family single	£9.20 per ticket
Senior Return	£3.70 per ticket
Senior Single	£2.50 per ticket

Note: Prices are a guide only and may change on a daily basis.

Map & Directions

Road Directions

Immediately east of Brighton Pier

Public Transport Directions

Nearest station: Brighton is 1 mileLocal buses stop nearby

Facilities

Provider Preferences

In town/city centre - On the beach, east of Brighton Pier.

Accessibility

Accessible Lift - Madeira Lift near to Half Way Station.
All Areas Accessible to Disabled Visitors - Wheelchairs must be folded to fit on trains.
Disabled Parking - nearby (Madeira Drive).
Disabled persons toilet - nearby at each end.
Guide Dogs Permitted
Parking Areas for Disabled Visitors
Ramp/Level Access
Wheelchair user accessible - provided wheelchair user is able to alight from wheelchair into train carriage and wheelchair is folded

Children & Infants

Babes in Arms
Baby changing - Near Half Way Station.
Children’s packs
Children's Meals
Family Friendly, Children Welcome
Outdoor children’s play area

Parking & Transport

Coach parking - Nearby (Madeira Drive}.
On site parking close by
Parking (charge) - Nearby (Madeira Drive).
Railway station within walking distance - Brighton Railway Station - 1 mile.
Secure cycle parking

Catering

Cafe - nearby.
Food Shop on site
On-Site cafe/restaurant
Outdoor eating area - nearby.
Picnic area - nearby.
Refreshments Available
Take away food - nearby.
Vegetarians catered for

Payment Methods

Groups Accepted
Special group rates

Establishment Features

All weather attraction
Beach / Coast within walking distance
Beach/Coast 5 min walking distance
Beer Garden
Dogs admitted on a lead - max 1 per person.
Dogs welcome
Gay/Lesbian Friendly
Gift shop
Groups by arrangement
Groups welcome
Guided tours - Occasional.
Guided tours by arrangement
Toilets - nearby.

Specialist Features

Cyclists welcome
Educational Groups - Occasional talks for school groups via prior arrangement.
Family Fun
Marketed Towards Children
Marketed Towards Families

Tours and Demonstrations

Demonstrations Given
Educational Visits Accepted - Booking advised.
Guided Tours Available for Groups

Travel & Trade

Group discounts available

Accessibility Information

PARKING

Designated parking within about 50 metres of main entrance

Drop-off point for guests immediately outside the main entrance

Flat route with no steps from parking area to entrance

Parking provided for visitors

parking on site

with designated parking for visitors with disabilities

within about 50 metres of the attraction

Route from the parking area to the nearest public entrance is:

flat, ie. without steps

with a ramp

ATTRACTION ENTRANCE

Drop-off point for guests immediately outside main entrance

There are steps to the main entrance

Handrail by the steps

There are 3 at Black Rock Station only. There is a ramp at Black Rock Station only. steps to the main entrance

There is a ramp to the main entrance

Handrail by the ramp

TICKET / INFORMATION / GIFT SHOP [WHERE APPLICABLE]

Information available in alternative formats:

Audio

Other, please specifyCD

ACCESS TO PUBLIC AREAS (Displays, exhibits, rides etc)

Level access (i.e. no steps or thresholds) or access by a ramp or lift to the:

gift shop

public toilet

public toilet suitable for visitors who use a wheelchair

ticket issuing point

Level access, ramp or lift to a public toilet

CAFETERIA / RESTAURANT

Level access (i.e. no steps or thresholds) or access by a ramp or lift to the:

cafeteria

STAFF

Staff who have contact with visitors have had disability awareness training

GENERAL

Contrast markings on all glass doors and all full-height windows

Good colour / tonal contrast used throughout the attraction [e.g. doors contrast strongly with floors/walls]

Non-smoking policy throughout the attraction

Routes / pathways throughout the attraction suitable for visitors with limited mobility

all routes

Where appropriate there is a hearing loop system [e.g. ticket counter/ gift shop]

Where there are films or information touch screens, they have visual / audible subtitles [e.g. to describe icons and images]

This information is self-assessed; therefore we accept no liability for its accuracy. Please contact the venue for further information.

Volk's Electric Railway Tours, Brighton and HoveVolk’s Railway was built in 1883 and is Britain’s oldest electric railway. It...

Tel: +44 (0)1273 292718

Fax: +44 (0)1273 292719

Website

Opening Times

2018 (31 Mar 2018 - 29 Sept 2018)
Day	Times
Monday	11:15	17:00*
Tuesday	10:15	17:00*
Wednesday	10:15	17:00*
Thursday	10:15	17:00*
Friday	11:15	17:00*
Saturday	10:15	18:00*
Sunday	10:15	18:00*

* Open: Easter-end of September.

Dates and times marked with a '*' are provisional and may be subject to change

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Volk's Electric Railway

Railway

Ticket Prices

About

Guide Prices

Map & Directions

Road Directions

Public Transport Directions

Facilities

Provider Preferences

Accessibility

Children & Infants

Parking & Transport

Catering

Payment Methods

Establishment Features

Specialist Features

Tours and Demonstrations

Travel & Trade

PARKING

ATTRACTION ENTRANCE

TICKET / INFORMATION / GIFT SHOP [WHERE APPLICABLE]

ACCESS TO PUBLIC AREAS (Displays, exhibits, rides etc)

CAFETERIA / RESTAURANT

STAFF

GENERAL

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