Horsted Keynes Station
There are five collections covering the operational part of the line: (a) Sheffield Park Station; (b) the line from Sheffield Park to Horsted Keynes; (c) Horsted Keynes Station; (d) the line from Horsted Keynes to Kingscote and (e) Kingscote Station.
Signal boxes have separate collections: (a) Sheffield Park Signal Box; (b) Horsted Keynes Signal Box; and (c) Kingscote Signal Box (including the old southern box).
Photos relating to the Bluebell Railway's Northern Extension to East Grinstead are in several separate collections within the Photographic Tours index.
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As night falls on 19.11.2005 the signals are in profile. At the end of Platform 2 semaphore signals now control departures towards Sheffield Park and the Ardingly spur, and on Platform 1 there is a semaphore provided for the Ardingly spur. (At the time the latter arm was fixed at danger and the signalman showed a green flag for departures from the bay, which can only run towards the spur). The top of the water tower and the pumping station chimney can just be seen behind the signal box.
The southbound Starting signals at the end of Platforms 1 and 2 at Horsted Keynes, with the signal box in the background. 10.03.2007
Horsted Keynes signal box on 01.07.2007. 0196 (A separate gallery covers the signal box and it's associated equipment).
An old image looking north at Horsted Keynes on 20.09.1998 shows Platform 3 occupied by stock but no engine in view. A low level semaphore signal can just be seen to the left of the distant end of the coaches.
A winter view of Horsted Keynes station canopies and building, looking north along Platform 2. In the distance, Stepney returns with the Footplate Days and Ways course. 19.11.2005
Ten years later, looking north along the length of Horsted Keynes Station on a damp December day. 12.12.2015 14082
Platforms 2 and 3 at Horsted Keynes Station in December 2015. The track was in poor condition and was subsequently re-laid. The water pipe serving the water columns at the north end of the station (currently out of use) runs below the ballast between the two tracks. 12.12.2015 14079
Towards the end of 2016 it became necessary to replace the track in Platforms 2 and 3. This image was taken just before the work started to reflect the "End of Steam" era. Such an image would not have been possible with brand new track. 02.10.2016 14151
73082 leaves Horsted Keynes in 2017. To the right of the train new track can be seen in the platforms. 19.08.2017 15939
Horsted Keynes has always been well known for it's floral displays, featured here with Stepney in the background. 03.06.2007
The Christmas lights betray the season in this view of Horsted Keynes Station platforms 4 and 5, looking north. 01.12.2007
Part of the Museum exhibition from Sheffield Park was relocated to Horsted Keynes during the Sheffield Park Carriage Shed Project. An excellent model of 45 Merton. 23.10.2009. The Museum has subsequently re-opened on Platform 2 at Sheffield Park.
Part of the Museum exhibition from Sheffield Park was relocated to Horsted Keynes during the Woodpax Project. This is London Jack. 23.10.2009. The Museum has subsequently reopened on Platform 2 at Sheffield Park.
In addition to the larger facilities at Sheffield Park, Horsted Keynes provides an intimate venue for weddings. The Wedding Room is pictured on 25.05.2015 12652
In addition to the larger facilities at Sheffield Park, Horsted Keynes provides an intimate venue for weddings. The Wedding Room is pictured on 25.05.2015 12663
In addition to the larger facilities at Sheffield Park, Horsted Keynes provides an intimate venue for weddings. The Wedding Room is pictured on 25.05.2015 12644
In addition to the larger facilities at Sheffield Park, Horsted Keynes provides an intimate venue for weddings. The Wedding Room is pictured on 25.05.2015 12645
In addition to the larger facilities at Sheffield Park, Horsted Keynes provides an intimate venue for weddings. The Wedding Room is pictured on 25.05.2015 12648
In addition to the larger facilities at Sheffield Park, Horsted Keynes provides an intimate venue for weddings. The Wedding Room is pictured on 25.05.2015 12646
In addition to the larger facilities at Sheffield Park, Horsted Keynes provides an intimate venue for weddings. The Wedding Room is pictured on 25.05.2015 12649
In addition to the larger facilities at Sheffield Park, Horsted Keynes provides an intimate venue for weddings. The Wedding Room is pictured on 25.05.2015 12656
In addition to the larger facilities at Sheffield Park, Horsted Keynes provides an intimate venue for weddings. The Wedding Room is pictured on 25.05.2015 12657
In addition to the larger facilities at Sheffield Park, Horsted Keynes provides an intimate venue for weddings. The Wedding Room is pictured on 25.05.2015 12659
In addition to the larger facilities at Sheffield Park, Horsted Keynes provides an intimate venue for weddings. The Wedding Room is pictured on 25.05.2015 12662
In addition to the larger facilities at Sheffield Park, Horsted Keynes provides an intimate venue for weddings. The Wedding Room is pictured on 25.05.2015 12660
In addition to the larger facilities at Sheffield Park, Horsted Keynes provides an intimate venue for weddings. The Wedding Room is pictured on 06.07.2014 9838
When appropriate wedding decorations extend to the station porch. 25.05.2015 12688
For larger events a marquee can be provided. 18.04.2015 12249
For larger events a marquee can be provided. 18.04.2015 12248
For larger events a marquee can be provided. 18.04.2015 12246
The "Alf Brown Gang" undertake valuable work maintaining parts of the infrastructure. The notice on their place of business at Horsted Keynes says it all. 06.07.2014 11125
Over many years Horsted Keynes has been the scene of memorable photo shoots, the best of which was probably this Bulleid line up on 19.10.2007 0112
At the other end of the station rather different motive power featured in 2017, for the Deltic 40th Anniversary Weekend. 06.10.2017 16279 (I am sure the Wickham trolley also deserved some recognition).
It did not make economic sense to continue to run "Thomas" events, and these ceased many years ago, although they still happen elsewhere. Someone may have been over-zealous with the crowd control arrangements in 2006, but nevertheless it is still important to obtain a good view. 24.06.2006
A large field on the north west of the station is put to good use during events, this picture showing only a small number of the tents and attractions available on a Family Fun weekend. 23.06.2007
Family Fun weekends attracted a crowd, but these events have now ceased. 27.06.2009 0044
For some years annual Food Fairs were held at Horsted Keynes, which provided an opportunity for the railway to appeal to a different audience. Sadly these were not continued. 03.07.2016 15749
Southern at War did not appeal to everyone, but it was only one weekend a year and attracted a wide audience. The forecourt is crowded with vehicles and troops in 2015. 09.05.2015 12432
Contrast the previous image with the 2018 Steam Through The Ages event. It will take much effort to build fresh relationships with many of the re-enactors who attended Southern at War on a voluntary basis. 11.08.2018 18841
Displays on the western field during a Steam Through the Ages event. Although impressive, they are a shadow of what was achieved in previous years when more people were willing to come. 24.09.2017 17932
A field on the eastern side of the station is also used as a venue for attractions, including the (now discontinued) Vintage Transport weekends. 12.08.2007
Some of the best years of the Vintage Transport Weekend. The three Mayors from surrounding towns were invited, helped with the judging and entered into the spirit of the event. 16.08.2009 0137
The 2012 Vintage Transport Weekend in full swing, with the field filled with vehicles for further than the camera can see. This was entirely typical. 12.08.2012 5495
The 2012 Vintage Motor Cycle display was also typical of the event. In the background the Bluebell Railway Band are playing, and traction engines are out of shot on the left. 12.08.2012 5544
A nice turnout of traction engines at the 2015 Vintage Transport Weekend. 08.08.2015 13463
Vintage Transport Weekends inevitably attracted a large number of traction engines. 16.08.2008 0028
Three traction engines at Horsted Keynes station during a Vintage Transport Weekend. 16.08.2008 0106
Vintage Transport Weekends didn't just happen, and needed a large volunteer effort that continued both before and after the weekend in question. The railway will not easily re-create this largely unseen input, that was so vital to the success of the event. Respect to the late Dave Phillips, who latterly helped with the judging. 11.08.2013 7924