Southeast Communities Rail Partnership works to connect communities and the railway across Sussex, Berkshire, Hounslow , Richmond, Kent and Surrey. Community Rail is a nationwide movement, and you can be involved. Help shape the future of the railway, have your say, and bring your local station into the heart of the community.
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Young creators, lasting legacy – a...
October 8, 2026, by Sandy Mahon
Congratulations to Friends of Ashford station, our inspirational station adopters at Ashford on the Windsor to Reading line, who were winners in the Best Project involving Young People category at the SWR Community Rail Awards 2026 in Portsmouth on 7th October! This category alwa...
Huge congratulations to Talking Tree, our amazing station adopters at Staines on the Windsor to Reading line, who won Best Biodiversity Project at the SWR Community Rail Awards 2026 in Portsmouth on 7th October! Well deserved for all the hours of hard work and dedication that has...
This week we are highlighting how we share our good practice through hosting colleagues from other areas and by running workshops at conferences. Also this week 1066 facilitated a group showcasing their talents at a national conference. We are making the most of this lovely autum...
1066 have had a particularly busy time covering all forms of public transport with projects celebrating High Weald Walking Festival from Robertsbridge, collaborating with Bus Users Group and several events connected to the year of the Normans. I hope you enjoy reading about these...
The hot weather that has contributed to lots of travel disruption has been a challenge for rail staff, passengers, local communities, and SCRP staff. We have done what we can to support the railway family and to carry on with our work. This week our highlights treat you to a view...
Southeast Communities Rail Partnership (SCRP) is delighted to announce that it has once again been successfully reaccredited by Community Rail Network. This recognises its continued commitment to connecting communities, supporting sustainable travel and delivering positive social...
Great to see train services on the main GTR line to London restored. Inside this week are some thank you letters from Go Train pupils and confirmation of our accreditation with CRN. Our partnerships to promote wellbeing are flourishing and we have news of successful grant applica...
We have been featuring heritage and tourism trails, making stations greener and exploring our region through active travel. I hope you enjoy reading this week’s edition and have a great Bank Holiday weekend....
We delayed our weekly update last week due to the derailment. We have been supporting our railway colleagues and carrying on with our work. See how the the new mural at Crowborough is coming on and learn about our work in preparation for White Ribbon Day in November. Read more he...
Network Rail have organised a drop in for Lewes residents to learn more about repair work following the derailment. Local residents will also be able to share any concerns they might have with the NR team too. They will be available during a special drop-in event being held on ...
The Southeast Communities Rail Partnership is a voluntary not for profit partnership
which aims to encourage people to travel by train and to engage people in their local railway