

Ride the world's oldest working electric railway along Brighton's scenic seafront, experiencing Victorian-era innovation in perfectly preserved cars since 1883.
Venue Type
Outdoor
Typical visit duration
1-3 hours
Booking
Walk-in
Food and drink options available at the railway
Hours: Open all-year-round
Visit websiteVolk’s electric railway is considered Brighton’s trademark and it is indeed a must visit attraction. The carriages are well maintained and the ride by the seaside is short but very enjoyable!
My partner and I both have health issues, so we decided to take this delightful little train from the pier to the other end and back again to save walking. The staff were all lovely and friendly, and explained all about the history of the railway and how it worked. The views of the beach are really nice and it is very cheap to ride, so well worth it,especially if you have kids.
The world's oldest operational railway and worth a visit. There's a great bar at the furthest station and another good one in the middle one overlooking the lido Both get busy though a return ticket to the end of line allows you to break your journey at the middle station.
The railway has certainly had more than just a lick of paint since I last rode on it. The volunteers are doing a brilliant job to restore and maintain the track and carriages. Black Rock Station looks like it needs some of the love and attention the other stations and workshop have obviously benefitted from. Wish I lived closer so I could join the team.
What a lovely ride for all age of people. Have been to Brighton many times but first time found it running. Its a century old railway. Having ride across the long beach is fun. Train was full of people from kids to grand parents. Ride price is very reasonable and staff was good too.
Reviews last updated: 7 October 2026
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This venue was last updated on 7 October 2026
