Hove Park Railway

This is a miniature railway, operated and maintained by the Brighton and Hove Society of Miniature Locomotive Engineers.
The railway layout consists of 2,000 feet (600m) of elevated concrete track, situated in a delightful area of mature trees in the corner of Hove Park, complete with a small station. It is open in the summer months for the enjoyment of both members and public alike. The small locomotives pull ‘carriages’ which overhang the track, so both adults and children can ride along. A small fare is charged to provide income that is used to help defray expenses (currently £1 for adults and 50p for children).
The Society aims to encourage the building and operation of miniature steam locomotives as a hobby, so most of the locomotives and equipment used on the railway are built by members in their own workshops and the track was designed, built and is maintained by the membership.
Track-​days in 2010 are scheduled for:
Saturday March 27^th
Saturday April 3^rd
Monday April 5^th
Saturday April 24^th
Sunday May 2^nd
Monday May 3^rd
Saturday May 29^th
Monday May 31^st
Saturday June 26^th
Saturday July 17^th
Saturday July 31^st
Saturday August 28^th
Monday August 30^th
Saturday September 25^th
Saturday October 30^th
Some of these are charity events where the takings are donated to charity. (Note: events are weather-​dependent).
It makes a perfect afternoon out for families with small children.