Southern: Kent news
Redhill to Tonbridge line reopens following 10-day closure for upgrade works
Track linking Kent with East Sussex reopened to trains this morning, as part of a number of engineering projects across the south east over the August Bank Holiday weekend.
South Eastern Railway deploys IsoMat thermal technology to keep trains on the Tonbridge to Hastings line running in hot weather
A new type of technology is being trialled on the Tonbridge to Hastings railway line to help keep trains running in hotter weather, and more reliable journeys for passengers and freight customers.
A million green miles driven by Network Rail’s electric vehicles across the south of England
Network Rail’s electric vehicle fleet in operation across the South of England hit a major landmark this month with the vehicles reaching a total combined distance of one million miles since the rollout began.
Over a thousand people visit Inspiration train over two days at Margate station
Special train showcasing the past, present and future of our railway attracts young people to careers on the network, with the Bluebell Railway the next stop on the tour.
South Eastern Railway and Thameslink issue early notice of major engineering work through Dartford next year
- Network Rail engineers will carry out essential work from Saturday 14th to Sunday 22nd February 2026.
- Buses to replace trains at the stations between Gravesend and Dartford to Slade Green, Barnehurst and Crayford, over the February half-term 2026.
- South Eastern Railway and Thameslink are giving advance notice to passengers to help them plan ahead.
Railway closing this autumn between Tunbridge Wells, Hastings and Bexhill for essential improvement work
Southeastern and Southern passengers are being asked to plan ahead over the October half term.
Petts Wood station footbridge repairs to begin on Monday 18 August
Passengers using Petts Wood station are being advised that repairs to the station footbridge beginning in August means that the way they move around the station will change.
Railway safety campaign launches as accidental deaths hit five-year high with 27 near misses across the South Eastern Railway network
- Public urged to stay safe as accidental deaths on rail network rise by 26% compared to last year
- 27 near misses occurred at level crossings across the railway in the south east of England
- New hard-hitting safety films feature first responders sharing the devastating physical and emotional impacts of railway accidents
- South Eastern Railway and British Transport Police campaign targets unsafe behaviour around tracks and level crossings as the summer holidays approach
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