Volk’s Electric Railway, Brighton
Volk's Electric Railway runs along the Brighton historic seafront. Built by Magnus Volk in 1883, Volk's Electric Railway is the oldest operating electric railway in the world. The original terminus was Palace Pier, which closed in 1930.
The railway now operates from Aquarium to Black Rock with a stop at Halfway depot. Aquarium Station was rebuilt in 2017 to be a more user-friendly. Visitors can now visit the Volk's Electric Railway exhibition center at Aquarium Station. They can also stop for a bite to eat at the cafeteria.
Halfway Station is located next to Peter Pan's Playground, which has an open-air cafe and children's activities. The final station, Black Rock, is only a five minute walk from the Brighton Marina.
Volk's Electric Railway is not open during the winter months. It also closes during bad weather. Dogs and children under three can ride the train for free with a ticket-holding adult.
The railway now operates from Aquarium to Black Rock with a stop at Halfway depot. Aquarium Station was rebuilt in 2017 to be a more user-friendly. Visitors can now visit the Volk's Electric Railway exhibition center at Aquarium Station. They can also stop for a bite to eat at the cafeteria.
Halfway Station is located next to Peter Pan's Playground, which has an open-air cafe and children's activities. The final station, Black Rock, is only a five minute walk from the Brighton Marina.
Volk's Electric Railway is not open during the winter months. It also closes during bad weather. Dogs and children under three can ride the train for free with a ticket-holding adult.
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Sight Name: Volk’s Electric Railway
Sight Location: Brighton, England (See walking tours in Brighton)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
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Sight Location: Brighton, England (See walking tours in Brighton)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
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