If you have been sitting on the sidelines thinking The Railway Ball is not for you, this is the moment to step in. As we go to press in June, 70 percent of tables are sold. Momentum is strong and the room is filling with senior leaders and rail professionals from across the sector who want to show their support for Railway Children.
For the first time, a limited number of places are being held back for small and medium sized businesses. Not as an afterthought, but as a deliberate push to bring more growing organisations into the centre of the industry. This is an opportunity that will not stay open for long.
What is the opportunity
The Railway Ball is one of the most recognised events in the rail calendar. It brings together CEOs, directors, clients and suppliers from across the sector for one evening.
- Date Friday 27 November 2026
- Location InterContinental London – The O2
- Charity partner Railway Children
It is where conversations happen. It is where relationships start. It is where people remember who you are. And this year, there is a practical way in for SMEs.
Special SME ticket price
A small allocation of individual places is being released at a reduced rate. This allows you to attend without committing to a full table and still be in the right room.
Special SME rate: £687.50 (reduced from £800)
Places are limited and available while stocks last.
Why this matters right now
The organisations that get ahead are the ones that show up, build relationships and stay visible.
Being in the room matters.
- You meet decision makers you would not normally reach
- You put your name in front of the right audience
- You open doors that do not come through email or LinkedIn
- You support disadvantaged children on the streets
For many businesses, one conversation at the right moment pays for the whole evening.
This is not just another event
There are plenty of events where you collect business cards and move on. The Ball is different.
The format is focused. The audience is senior. People come to talk and support Railway Children, not just attend. That is why it works.
And the charity matters
The Railway Ball supports Railway Children, helping vulnerable young people in the UK and internationally. This is not just a commercial decision. It is also a clear statement about the kind of organisation you are. It gives you something meaningful to stand behind when you talk to clients and partners.
Who this is for
This is aimed at organisations that want to move forward.
- Businesses looking to raise their profile
- Teams building new relationships
- Leaders who want to be seen in the right places
If that sounds like you, this is a practical way to do it.
Register your interest
To access the SME rate, contact the Railway Ball team directly: enquiries@railwayball.co.uk
Subject line: SME ticket enquiry
Places will be allocated on a first come basis while stocks last.
