Horsted Keynes Station, built in 1882 by the London Brighton and South Coast Railway, now serves as a perfectly preserved example of a 1930s Southern Railway station. Part of the Bluebell Railway, Britain's first standard-gauge heritage line established in 1960, the station was saved from demolition following the Beeching cuts of 1963. Restored to its inter-war period appearance with authentic advertising boards, enamel signs, and period furniture, it provides an immersive journey into railway history. The station operates as part of an 11-mile heritage line running steam services between Sheffield Park and East Grinstead, passing through the longest heritage railway tunnel in the UK. **Filming Scenes:** Horsted Keynes doubled as 'Downton Station' throughout the series, featuring in numerous emotionally charged arrival and departure scenes. Lady Mary's tearful farewell to Matthew as he departed for WWI became one of the show's most memorable platform moments. Bates arrived here to begin his service as Lord Grantham's valet, while the Crawley family departed for their Scottish adventure. Carson reconciled with his former music hall partner Charles Grigg before Grigg's departure to Ireland. The authentic 1930s period details, from the booking office to the platform benches, made it the perfect location for capturing the romance and drama of early 20th-century railway travel.