Centenary of the East Kent Light Railway

Celebrate the Centenary of the East Kent Light Railway with a Buckingham Rail Series collectable. 60p Peckett R2 Thor stamp and a Dover, Kent postmark 6th August 2011. Produced in partnership with the Colonel Stephens Society

East Kent Light Railway
What makes it particularly interesting is that it was originally constructed as a narrow-gauge industrial railway in 1911, primarily serving the local coal mining industry. However, in the 1980s, a group of dedicated volunteers transformed the railway into a tourist attraction, preserving its historical charm. Today, visitors can enjoy a nostalgic journey on vintage steam trains through the picturesque countryside of Kent, experiencing a glimpse of the region's industrial past. The East Kent Light Railway stands as a testament to the preservation of railway heritage and the passion of railway enthusiasts.