South Eastern and Chatham Railway

The South Eastern and Chatham Railway (SECR) was a historic railway company in southeastern England, operating from 1899 until 1923. It was formed by the merger of the South Eastern Railway (SER) and the London, Chatham and Dover Railway (LCDR), with the goal of reducing competition and streamlining rail services in the region. The SECR served key routes connecting London with Kent and parts of East Sussex, playing a vital role in passenger and freight transport during the early 20th century. This tag covers topics related to the history, routes, rolling stock, and legacy of the South Eastern and Chatham Railway.