Maidstone West Railway Station | Medway Valley Line

Join me as I visit the historic Maidstone West Railway Station in Kent! Located in the middle of the beautiful Medway Valley Line, this station is part of a vibrant, community-led railway initiative in association with the Kent Community Rail Partnership. Perfect for railway enthusiasts, trainspotters, and railfans, this video explores the charm, history, and local importance of Maidstone West Station.

In this detailed look, we uncover the station’s role in local railway history, its connections to regional train travel, and the unique architecture of British railway stations. Whether you're passionate about British rail travel, historic railway lines, or simply love the atmosphere of a working station, this video is for you!

Ideal for anyone interested in Kent railways, community rail projects, and the broader UK rail network, this video highlights both the past and present of Maidstone West. Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more content on UK rail infrastructure, railway heritage, and station tours across Britain.

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00:00 Introduction and map
00:21 Mini History
02:09 Station Walkthrough including class 66 freight
14:57 Statistics
15:24 Class 375 arrival
15:34 My final thoughts and Class 375 departure

Kent Community Rail Partnership:
https://kentcrp.org/

Phil Richards website :
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