Riley's Miniature Railway

Riley's Miniature Railway Riley's Miniature Railway is a not for profit, fun, 5 inch gauge miniature railway. Many years ago, you could travel to Isfield by rail.

Located at Isfield Station on the Lavender Line, a lovely heritage railway in the village of Isfield in East Sussex, TN22 5XB, just off the A26 between Lewes and Uckfield. Right from our conception back in 2011 we have been very proud to support the Evelina Children's Hospital in London, part of Guy’s and St Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust. Every year a donation is sent to the hospital collected from

fares and donations. Charging a very reasonable £1 per person per ride, we give rides to both children and adults alike. We are one of the few, ground level, 5 inch gauge railway's open to the public in the UK and as such, is considered to be the smallest practical ride on track gauge. It is located at the Lavender Line at Isfield Station in Station Road, just off the A26 between Lewes and Uckfield, East Sussex, TN22 5XB. With generous free parking, this is a delightful standard gauge heritage railway with preserved steam and diesel locomotives offering a two mile round trip. The railway's shop can be found within the old waiting room, the grade II listed signal box can be visited and the Lavenders Tea Room is located in the old station building. Of course if the line hadn’t of closed the Lavender Line wouldn’t exist. Today, the nearest national network railway stations are Uckfield to the north with services from London, and Lewes to the south, served by east and west coastal services. Isfield is still served by public transport in the form of Brighton and Hove buses Regency Route running between Tunbridge Wells, Uckfield, Lewes and Brighton. Please visit the following for further information: https://www.buses.co.uk/services/BH/29

For further information on the Lavender Line in particular please have a look at their pages (Lavender Line or Lavender Line Loco Dept) or visit their website: https://www.lavender-line.co.uk

Both Riley’s Miniature Railway and the Lavender Line are looking forward to our next open day - Sunday 13th September 20...
31/08/2026

Both Riley’s Miniature Railway and the Lavender Line are looking forward to our next open day - Sunday 13th September 2026.

We’re also pleased to be welcoming the Southern Classics Society who are putting on a Classic Car Show.

Entirely operated by volunteers throughout, both railways are located at the beautifully restored Isfield Station in Station Road, Isfield, East Sussex, TN22 5XB, just off the A26 between Lewes and Uckfield.

Riley’s Miniature Railway will be open from 10:00 - 16:00 running from Platform 2 with rides on our little trains costing a small charge of £1.00 per person per ride or alternatively an All Day Rover ticket for £4 for unlimited rides on date of travel. Cash and card payments accepted. Great fun for both children and adults alike.

The Lavender Line will be running passenger services on the heritage railway alongside using steam locomotive Lady Lisa, subject to dry conditions/fire risks and may be replaced with a diesel locomotive.

Their first passenger service will leave Isfield Station at 11:00 operating a half-hourly service, with the last train at 15:30. Trains travel north to Worth Halt before returning covering a two mile round trip.

It is free to explore Isfield Station, which includes much its original features such as the cattle and unloading dock, crossing gates, and of course the Grade II listed Signal Box. Children will love operating the point and signal levers (now disconnected) and having a look at the fantastic pictures of how the station looked back in the day when it was part of the main railway network (1858 to 1969).

Lavender’s tea room located in the old station building will be open from 10:00 - 16:00 for light lunches, tea, coffee, cream teas, cakes & cold drinks.

Our younger visitors can be kept amused at the two play tables while the grownups enjoy a coffee!

Please take a look in the Gift Shop (once the waiting room) on Platform 2 where they have a wide variety of gifts, souvenirs and a lovely selection of ice cream.

Well behaved dogs on a lead are welcome on site and on the heritage railway train providing they don’t sit on the seats. Small dogs are generally able to be accommodated on the miniature train.

There is no need to book, just turn up on the day where tickets for the Lavender Line train are available from the gift shop. Cab rides available for an additional supplement.

There is plenty of free parking located in the old goods yard right next to The Laughing Fish, a lovely traditional Sussex village pub.

The nearest mainline railway stations are at Lewes and Uckfield, however a taxi or the 29A bus operated by Brighton & Hove buses will be required for the rest of the journey. This service stops directly outside Isfield Station and runs regularly and daily between Brighton, Lewes, Uckfield and Heathfield. The timetable can be found at https://www.buses.co.uk/services/BH/29.

Can’t make this date? Don’t worry, Riley’s Miniature Railway and the Lavender Line’s remaining public open days for 2026 are as follows with the Lavender Line’s traction type also shown:

•Sunday, September 13th - Steam subject to dry conditions/fire risk - plus Southern Classics Society - Classic Car Show
•Sunday, September 27th - Diesel
•Sunday, October 11th - Steam - plus Model Railway Exhibition and Miniature Day
•Sunday, October 25th - Diesel
•Saturday, October 31st - Diesel - Halloween Special - timings TBC
•November - CLOSED
•December - Steam - Pre Booked Christmas Santa Specials only - see https://www.lavender-line.com/christmas-trains

The Lavender Line will aim to operate the advertised traction, however reserve the right to substitute with alternative traction if required for operational reasons.

If a date is not shown there are no public trains or site access and the tearoom is not open.

Further information on the Lavender Line can be found here: https://www.lavender-line.com or by visiting the Lavender Line’s page.

Riley’s Miniature Railway is a not for profit set up and very proud to support the Evelina Children's Hospital in London (part of Guy's & St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust) by sending them a donation once every year collected from fares.





Another great open day today for both us and our friends ‘over the fence’ at the Lavender Line. A little quieter today c...
31/08/2026

Another great open day today for both us and our friends ‘over the fence’ at the Lavender Line. A little quieter today compared with yesterday’s open day which was surprising considering today was the better day weather wise. On our our 5 inch gauge track today we had just the one train in operation today with a Class 31 locomotive hauling our visitors. On the Lavender Line alongside Class 73 number 73140 was hauling our visitors on the heritage railway alongside. A big thanks to all our visitors for coming to see us over the two bank holiday weekend operating days and of course to all the volunteers making it all happen. Next open day for both Riley’s Miniature Railway and the Lavender Line will be Sunday 13th September where steam locomotive Lady Lisa will be hauling visitors. The Southern Classics Society will be attending putting on a Classic Car Show which we’re very much looking forward to seeing.

31/08/2026

Another great open day today for both us and our friends ‘over the fence’ at the Lavender Line. A little quieter today compared with yesterday’s open day which was surprising considering today was the better day weather wise. On our our 5 inch gauge track today we had just the one train in operation today with a Class 31 locomotive hauling our visitors. On the Lavender Line alongside Class 73 number 73140 was hauling our visitors on the heritage railway alongside. A big thanks to all our visitors for coming to see us over the two bank holiday weekend operating days and of course to all the volunteers making it all happen. Next open day for both Riley’s Miniature Railway and the Lavender Line will be Sunday 13th September where steam locomotive Lady Lisa will be hauling visitors, plus the Southern Classics Society Classic Car Show which we’re very much looking forward to seeing.

Open today - Bank Holiday Monday 31st August 2026! Both Riley’s Miniature Railway and the Lavender Line are very much lo...
31/08/2026

Open today - Bank Holiday Monday 31st August 2026!

Both Riley’s Miniature Railway and the Lavender Line are very much looking forward to our open day today.

Entirely operated by volunteers throughout, both railways are located at the beautifully restored Isfield Station in Station Road, Isfield, East Sussex, TN22 5XB, just off the A26 between Lewes and Uckfield.

Riley’s Miniature Railway will be open from 10:00 - 16:00 running from Platform 2 with rides on our little trains costing a small charge of £1.00 per person per ride or alternatively an All Day Rover ticket for £4 for unlimited rides on date of travel. Cash and card payments accepted. Great fun for both children and adults alike.

The Lavender Line will be running passenger services on the heritage railway alongside using Class 73 diesel 73140.

Their first passenger service will leave Isfield Station at 11:00 operating a half-hourly service, with the last train at 15:30. Trains travel north to Worth Halt before returning covering a two mile round trip.

It is free to explore Isfield Station, which includes much its original features such as the cattle and unloading dock, crossing gates, and of course the Grade II listed Signal Box. Children will love operating the point and signal levers (now disconnected) and having a look at the fantastic pictures of how the station looked back in the day when it was part of the main railway network (1858 to 1969).

Lavender’s tea room located in the old station building will be open from 10:00 - 16:00 for light lunches, tea, coffee, cream teas, cakes & cold drinks.

Our younger visitors can be kept amused at the two play tables while the grownups enjoy a coffee!

Please take a look in the Gift Shop (once the waiting room) on Platform 2 where they have a wide variety of gifts, souvenirs and a lovely selection of ice cream.

Well behaved dogs on a lead are welcome on site and on the heritage railway train providing they don’t sit on the seats. Small dogs are generally able to be accommodated on the miniature train.

There is no need to book, just turn up on the day where tickets for the Lavender Line train are available from the gift shop. Cab rides available for an additional supplement.

There is plenty of free parking located in the old goods yard right next to The Laughing Fish, a lovely traditional Sussex village pub.

The nearest mainline railway stations are at Lewes and Uckfield, however a taxi or the 29A bus operated by Brighton & Hove buses will be required for the rest of the journey. This service stops directly outside Isfield Station and runs regularly and daily between Brighton, Lewes, Uckfield and Heathfield. The timetable can be found at https://www.buses.co.uk/services/BH/29.

Can’t make this date? Don’t worry, Riley’s Miniature Railway and the Lavender Line’s remaining public open days for 2026 are as follows with the Lavender Line’s traction type also shown:

•Monday (Bank Holiday), August 31st - Diesel
•Sunday, September 13th - Steam subject to dry conditions/fire risk - plus Southern Classics Society - Classic Car Show
•Sunday, September 27th - Diesel
•Sunday, October 11th - Steam - plus Model Railway Exhibition and Miniature Day
•Sunday, October 25th - Diesel
•Saturday, October 31st - Diesel - Halloween Special - timings TBC
•November - CLOSED
•December - Steam - Pre Booked Christmas Santa Specials only - see https://www.lavender-line.com/christmas-trains

The Lavender Line will aim to operate the advertised traction, however reserve the right to substitute with alternative traction if required for operational reasons.

If a date is not shown there are no public trains or site access and the tearoom is not open.

Further information on the Lavender Line can be found here: https://www.lavender-line.com or by visiting the Lavender Line’s page.

Riley’s Miniature Railway is a not for profit set up and very proud to support the Evelina Children's Hospital in London (part of Guy's & St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust) by sending them a donation once every year collected from fares.





Both Riley’s Miniature Railway and the Lavender Line are looking forward to our next open day - Bank Holiday Monday 31st...
30/08/2026

Both Riley’s Miniature Railway and the Lavender Line are looking forward to our next open day - Bank Holiday Monday 31st August 2026.

Entirely operated by volunteers throughout, both railways are located at the beautifully restored Isfield Station in Station Road, Isfield, East Sussex, TN22 5XB, just off the A26 between Lewes and Uckfield.

Riley’s Miniature Railway will be open from 10:00 - 16:00 running from Platform 2 with rides on our little trains costing a small charge of £1.00 per person per ride or alternatively an All Day Rover ticket for £4 for unlimited rides on date of travel. Cash and card payments accepted. Great fun for both children and adults alike.

The Lavender Line will be running passenger services on the heritage railway alongside using Class 73 diesel 73140.

Their first passenger service will leave Isfield Station at 11:00 operating a half-hourly service, with the last train at 15:30. Trains travel north to Worth Halt before returning covering a two mile round trip.

It is free to explore Isfield Station, which includes much its original features such as the cattle and unloading dock, crossing gates, and of course the Grade II listed Signal Box. Children will love operating the point and signal levers (now disconnected) and having a look at the fantastic pictures of how the station looked back in the day when it was part of the main railway network (1858 to 1969).

Lavender’s tea room located in the old station building will be open from 10:00 - 16:00 for light lunches, tea, coffee, cream teas, cakes & cold drinks.

Our younger visitors can be kept amused at the two play tables while the grownups enjoy a coffee!

Please take a look in the Gift Shop (once the waiting room) on Platform 2 where they have a wide variety of gifts, souvenirs and a lovely selection of ice cream.

Well behaved dogs on a lead are welcome on site and on the heritage railway train providing they don’t sit on the seats. Small dogs are generally able to be accommodated on the miniature train.

There is no need to book, just turn up on the day where tickets for the Lavender Line train are available from the gift shop. Cab rides available for an additional supplement.

There is plenty of free parking located in the old goods yard right next to The Laughing Fish, a lovely traditional Sussex village pub.

The nearest mainline railway stations are at Lewes and Uckfield, however a taxi or the 29A bus operated by Brighton & Hove buses will be required for the rest of the journey. This service stops directly outside Isfield Station and runs regularly and daily between Brighton, Lewes, Uckfield and Heathfield. The timetable can be found at https://www.buses.co.uk/services/BH/29.

Can’t make this date? Don’t worry, Riley’s Miniature Railway and the Lavender Line’s remaining public open days for 2026 are as follows with the Lavender Line’s traction type also shown:

•Monday (Bank Holiday), August 31st - Diesel
•Sunday, September 13th - Steam subject to dry conditions/fire risk - plus Southern Classics Society - Classic Car Show
•Sunday, September 27th - Diesel
•Sunday, October 11th - Steam - plus Model Railway Exhibition and Miniature Day
•Sunday, October 25th - Diesel
•Saturday, October 31st - Diesel - Halloween Special - timings TBC
•November - CLOSED
•December - Steam - Pre Booked Christmas Santa Specials only - see https://www.lavender-line.com/christmas-trains

The Lavender Line will aim to operate the advertised traction, however reserve the right to substitute with alternative traction if required for operational reasons.

If a date is not shown there are no public trains or site access and the tearoom is not open.

Further information on the Lavender Line can be found here: https://www.lavender-line.com or by visiting the Lavender Line’s page.

Riley’s Miniature Railway is a not for profit set up and very proud to support the Evelina Children's Hospital in London (part of Guy's & St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust) by sending them a donation once every year collected from fares.





A fantastic day was had today for ours, and the Lavender Line’s open day. On Riley’s Miniature Railway we just had the o...
30/08/2026

A fantastic day was had today for ours, and the Lavender Line’s open day. On Riley’s Miniature Railway we just had the one train running hauled by our very trusty Ride on Railways Jasper locomotive. On the Lavender Line side vertical boilered steam locomotive Lady Lisa was hauling the passenger services to Worth Halt and back. It was nice to see the station fairly busy today despite the odd shower. As with always it was great to see our regular visitors but also lots of new visitors to the railway too. The gift shop, signal box and Lavenders Tea Room was well visited. Thanks to our visitors who came to see us today, we hope you all had a great time, our volunteers certainly did! We do it all again tomorrow (Bank Holiday Monday 31st August) where Riley’s Miniature Railway and the Lavender Line will be open again from 10:00 - 16:00 with the Lavender Line using Class 73 diesel locomotive 73140. First train leaves at 11am operating a 30 minute service. Last train at 15:30.

30/08/2026

A fantastic day was had today for ours, and the Lavender Line’s open day. On Riley’s Miniature Railway we just had the one train running hauled by our very trusty Ride on Railways Jasper locomotive. On the Lavender Line side vertical boilered steam locomotive Lady Lisa was hauling the passenger services to Worth Halt and back. It was nice to see the station fairly busy today despite the odd shower. As with always it was great to see our regular visitors but also lots of new visitors to the railway too. The gift shop, signal box and Lavenders Tea Room was well visited. Thanks to our visitors who came to see us today, we hope you all had a great time, our volunteers certainly did! We do it all again tomorrow (Bank Holiday Monday 31st August) where Riley’s Miniature Railway and the Lavender Line will be open again from 10:00 - 16:00 with the Lavender Line using Class 73 diesel locomotive 73140. First train leaves at 11am operating a 30 minute service. Last train at 15:30.

Open today and tomorrow! 😀Both Riley’s Miniature Railway and the Lavender Line are looking forward to our next open days...
30/08/2026

Open today and tomorrow! 😀

Both Riley’s Miniature Railway and the Lavender Line are looking forward to our next open days - Sunday 30th and Bank Holiday Monday 31st August 2026.

Entirely operated by volunteers throughout, both railways are located at the beautifully restored Isfield Station in Station Road, Isfield, East Sussex, TN22 5XB, just off the A26 between Lewes and Uckfield.

Riley’s Miniature Railway will be open from 10:00 - 16:00 running from Platform 2 with rides on our little trains costing a small charge of £1.00 per person per ride or alternatively an All Day Rover ticket for £4 for unlimited rides on date of travel. Cash and card payments accepted. Great fun for both children and adults alike.

The Lavender Line will be running passenger services on the heritage railway alongside.

Steam haulage on the Sunday is subject to dry conditions/fire risks and may be replaced with a heritage diesel.

Diesel is planned for the Bank Holiday Monday.

Their first passenger service will leave Isfield Station at 11:00 operating a half-hourly service, with the last train at 15:30. Trains travel north to Worth Halt before returning covering a two mile round trip.

It is free to explore Isfield Station, which includes much its original features such as the cattle and unloading dock, crossing gates, and of course the Grade II listed Signal Box. Children will love operating the point and signal levers (now disconnected) and having a look at the fantastic pictures of how the station looked back in the day when it was part of the main railway network (1858 to 1969).

Lavender’s tea room located in the old station building will be open from 10:00 - 16:00 for light lunches, tea, coffee, cream teas, cakes & cold drinks.

Our younger visitors can be kept amused at the two play tables while the grownups enjoy a coffee!

Please take a look in the Gift Shop (once the waiting room) on Platform 2 where they have a wide variety of gifts, souvenirs and a lovely selection of ice cream.

Well behaved dogs on a lead are welcome on site and on the heritage railway train providing they don’t sit on the seats. Small dogs are generally able to be accommodated on the miniature train.

There is no need to book, just turn up on the day where tickets for the Lavender Line train are available from the gift shop. Cab rides available for an additional supplement.

There is plenty of free parking located in the old goods yard right next to The Laughing Fish, a lovely traditional Sussex village pub.

The nearest mainline railway stations are at Lewes and Uckfield, however a taxi or the 29A bus operated by Brighton & Hove buses will be required for the rest of the journey. This service stops directly outside Isfield Station and runs regularly and daily between Brighton, Lewes, Uckfield and Heathfield. The timetable can be found at https://www.buses.co.uk/services/BH/29.

Can’t make this date? Don’t worry, Riley’s Miniature Railway and the Lavender Line’s remaining public open days for 2026 are as follows with the Lavender Line’s traction type also shown:

•Sunday, August 30th - Steam subject to dry conditions/fire risk
•Monday (Bank Holiday), August 31st - Diesel
•Sunday, September 13th - Steam subject to dry conditions/fire risk - plus Southern Classics Society - Classic Car Show
•Sunday, September 27th - Diesel
•Sunday, October 11th - Steam - plus Model Railway Exhibition and Miniature Day
•Sunday, October 25th - Diesel
•Saturday, October 31st - Diesel - Halloween Special - timings TBC
•November - CLOSED
•December - Steam - Pre Booked Christmas Santa Specials only - see https://www.lavender-line.com/christmas-trains

The Lavender Line will aim to operate the advertised traction, however reserve the right to substitute with alternative traction if required for operational reasons.

If a date is not shown there are no public trains or site access and the tearoom is not open.

Further information on the Lavender Line can be found here: https://www.lavender-line.com or by visiting the Lavender Line’s page.

Riley’s Miniature Railway is a not for profit set up and very proud to support the Evelina Children's Hospital in London (part of Guy's & St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust) by sending them a donation once every year collected from fares.




Both Riley’s Miniature Railway and the Lavender Line are looking forward to our next open days - Sunday 30th and Bank Ho...
23/08/2026

Both Riley’s Miniature Railway and the Lavender Line are looking forward to our next open days - Sunday 30th and Bank Holiday Monday 31st August 2026.

Entirely operated by volunteers throughout, both railways are located at the beautifully restored Isfield Station in Station Road, Isfield, East Sussex, TN22 5XB, just off the A26 between Lewes and Uckfield.

Riley’s Miniature Railway will be open from 10:00 - 16:00 running from Platform 2 with rides on our little trains costing a small charge of £1.00 per person per ride or alternatively an All Day Rover ticket for £4 for unlimited rides on date of travel. Cash and card payments accepted. Great fun for both children and adults alike.

The Lavender Line will be running passenger services on the heritage railway alongside.

Steam haulage on the Sunday is subject to dry conditions/fire risks and may be replaced with a heritage diesel.

Diesel is planned for the Bank Holiday Monday.

Their first passenger service will leave Isfield Station at 11:00 operating a half-hourly service, with the last train at 15:30. Trains travel north to Worth Halt before returning covering a two mile round trip.

It is free to explore Isfield Station, which includes much its original features such as the cattle and unloading dock, crossing gates, and of course the Grade II listed Signal Box. Children will love operating the point and signal levers (now disconnected) and having a look at the fantastic pictures of how the station looked back in the day when it was part of the main railway network (1858 to 1969).

Lavender’s tea room located in the old station building will be open from 10:00 - 16:00 for light lunches, tea, coffee, cream teas, cakes & cold drinks.

Our younger visitors can be kept amused at the two play tables while the grownups enjoy a coffee!

Please take a look in the Gift Shop (once the waiting room) on Platform 2 where they have a wide variety of gifts, souvenirs and a lovely selection of ice cream.

Well behaved dogs on a lead are welcome on site and on the heritage railway train providing they don’t sit on the seats. Small dogs are generally able to be accommodated on the miniature train.

There is no need to book, just turn up on the day where tickets for the Lavender Line train are available from the gift shop. Cab rides available for an additional supplement.

There is plenty of free parking located in the old goods yard right next to The Laughing Fish, a lovely traditional Sussex village pub.

The nearest mainline railway stations are at Lewes and Uckfield, however a taxi or the 29A bus operated by Brighton & Hove buses will be required for the rest of the journey. This service stops directly outside Isfield Station and runs regularly and daily between Brighton, Lewes, Uckfield and Heathfield. The timetable can be found at https://www.buses.co.uk/services/BH/29.

Can’t make this date? Don’t worry, Riley’s Miniature Railway and the Lavender Line’s remaining public open days for 2026 are as follows with the Lavender Line’s traction type also shown:

•Sunday, August 30th - Steam subject to dry conditions/fire risk
•Monday (Bank Holiday), August 31st - Diesel
•Sunday, September 13th - Steam subject to dry conditions/fire risk - plus Southern Classics Society - Classic Car Show
•Sunday, September 27th - Diesel
•Sunday, October 11th - Steam - plus Model Railway Exhibition and Miniature Day
•Sunday, October 25th - Diesel
•Saturday, October 31st - Diesel - Halloween Special - timings TBC
•November - CLOSED
•December - Steam - Pre Booked Christmas Santa Specials only - see https://www.lavender-line.com/christmas-trains

The Lavender Line will aim to operate the advertised traction, however reserve the right to substitute with alternative traction if required for operational reasons.

If a date is not shown there are no public trains or site access and the tearoom is not open.

Further information on the Lavender Line can be found here: https://www.lavender-line.com or by visiting the Lavender Line’s page.

Riley’s Miniature Railway is a not for profit set up and very proud to support the Evelina Children's Hospital in London (part of Guy's & St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust) by sending them a donation once every year collected from fares.





23/08/2026

We quite often get different vehicles of interest passing Isfield Station. Sometimes it’s cycling or motorcycle clubs, traction engines or steam rollers. Sometimes it’s classic cars or modern high end sports cars, again on their own or in a group or part of a club. Today we had a huge gathering of tractors covering a range of eras. Where were they going? Just out for a drive? If you know, let us know!

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