Swanage Railway Stations There are 5 stations on the Swanage Railway: Swanage, (shown here on opening day, 20th May 1885), Herston Halt, Harman's Cross, Corfe Castle and the northern terminus of the line at Norden. Future plans include reopening the track between Norden and the main line at Wareham which is currently used only for special services. Further information on our stations can be found on dedicated Wikipedia pages by following the links below. Swanage Swanage railway station is located in Swanage, on the Isle of Purbeck in the English county of Dorset. Construction of the line commenced on 5th May 1883 by the London firm of Curry & Reeves and the first public train left Swanage station on 20th May 1885. Originally the terminus of a London and South Western Railway (L&SWR) branch line from Wareham, the line and station were closed by British Rail in 1972. It has since reopened as the main terminus station on the Swanage Railway. Swanage has long been popular as a bustling seaside town and has gained further popularity as the 'Gateway to the Jurassic Coast'. The 95 miles of coastline forming this World Heritage Site stretch from Old Harry Rocks near Swanage to Exmouth in Devon. Attractions in Swanage include Durlston Castle and Country Park, and the Swanage Heritage Centre, as well as the large sandy beach, which is a short level walk from the station. The ever popular Carnival and fireworks are the highlight of summer season, and additional trains are provided on these days. Facilities at Swanage station include the Railway Shop and Station Buffet. It also provides the local bus interchange, including seasonal open top services to Studland and Bournemouth. Swanage station Wikipedia page here

Herston Halt Herston Halt railway station is located near Swanage, on the Isle of Purbeck in the English county of Dorset. It is an intermediate station on the Swanage Railway. Trains stop on request* at Herston Halt which provides a convenient station for walks to the coast and countryside, as well as serving local camp sites. *Trains stop here on request, and passengers may board or alight here. Travelling passengers should give early notice to the guard on their train that they wish to alight here and passengers on the platform at Herston Halt should give a clear signal to the driver of an approaching train that they want it to stop to pick them up. The station platform was completely rebuilt during in 2009 by soldier volunteers from the 11th Signal Regiment. The rebuilt platform was officially opened on Saturday 30th May during the British Armed Forces and Veterans Weekend at Swanage: 30-31 May 2009, following which 300 soldiers from 11th Signal Regiment exercised their right to march through Swanage with swords drawn and bayonets fixed. Herston Halt station Wikipedia page here

Harman's Cross Harman's Cross railway station is located in the village of Harman's Cross, on the Isle of Purbeck in the English county of Dorset. It is an intermediate station on the Swanage Railway. The relaxing tranquillity of Harman's Cross station, with its carefully tended gardens in the heart of the country, provides a perfect spot to simply sit and watch the trains go by. The station also provides a convenient place to start many walks around Purbeck, as well as being close to a number of camp sites. The whole of this station including the platforms. buildings and signal box has been created by Swanage Railway volunteers, as no station existed here during the operation of the Swanage Branch. Harman's Cross station Wikipedia page here

Corfe Castle Corfe Castle railway station is located in the village of Corfe Castle, in the English county of Dorset. Originally an intermediate station on the London and South Western Railway (L&SWR) branch line from Wareham to Swanage, the line and station were closed by British Rail in 1972. It has since reopened as a station on the Swanage Railway. Corfe Castle station is located in the shadow of perhaps the most famous castle ruins in southern England. The short trip from Norden provides some of the best views of the castle, and the station is conveniently located to explore the classic 'picture postcard' village in the heart of Enid Blyton country. A new signal box is being constructed on the down platform in the style of the original one, to replace the simple signalling arrangements currently located in the porter's room on the up platform. Corfe Castle station Wikipedia page here

Norden Station, and its Park & Ride Car Park (operated by Purbeck District Council) (Park & Ride for Corfe Castle and Swanage) Norden railway station is located 1 kilometre to the north of the village of Corfe Castle, on the Isle of Purbeck in the English county of Dorset. It is the northern-most station on Swanage Railway. The attended car park at Norden, operated by Purbeck District Council, offers the ideal place to start your journey on the Swanage Railway. The 'Pay & Display' car park is clearly signposted off the A351 Wareham to Swanage road, just north of Corfe Castle. Facilities at Norden include a children's play area, toilets (with facilities for the disabled and baby changing), refreshments and a picnic area. Norden has a rich clay mining history, and the site is also the home of the Purbeck Mineral and Mining Museum. A display of clay mining equipment provides a glimpse into the heritage of the area The Norden Nest Buffet is open at Norden station on most operating days. Other Norden information websites: Norden station Wikipedia page here Purbeck District Council Norden page here