the train travels from London Victoria to the Sussex coast, steam hauled by the iconic No. 34028 Eddystone locomotive. This loco is normally seen at the Swange Railway in Dorset and was only restored to mainline standards last year.
It will pass through Lewes and the South Downs to Eastbourne where the steam locomotive will be serviced.
It will depart Eastbourne and head through Normans Bay, Cooden Beach, and Bexhill to Hastings before continuing through Crowhurst and Battle, and then passing through Robertsbridge.
People should be able to view the steam train when it arrives in Eastbourne at 13.48pm and at Hastings at 15.53pm.
Pictures by Kevin Boorman.
1. The Christmas Sussex Belle, Merchant Navy Class 35028 Clan Line, leaves Hastings Railway Station on November 19 2025. Pic by Kevin Boorman.
The Christmas Sussex Belle, Merchant Navy Class 35028 Clan Line, leaves Hastings Railway Station on November 19 2025. Pic by Kevin Boorman. Photo: Kevin Boorman
2. The Christmas Sussex Belle passing through West St Leonards railway station at 16:12 on November 20 2024.
The Christmas Sussex Belle passing through West St Leonards railway station at 16:12 on November 20 2024. Photo: JL
3. The Christmas Sussex Belle, Merchant Navy Class 35028 Clan Line, leaves Hastings Railway Station on November 19 2025. Pic by Brian Bailey.
The Christmas Sussex Belle, Merchant Navy Class 35028 Clan Line, leaves Hastings Railway Station on November 19 2025. Pic by Brian Bailey. Photo: Brian Bailey