Celebrating 200 Years of UK Rail – A Bicentennial Charity Ball in Aid of Railway Children
Welcome to the UK rail industry’s most glamorous night of the year! If you’ve never attended The Railway Ball before, here’s everything you need to know to make the most of this unforgettable evening.
What’s the Ball All About?
The Railway Ball isn’t just a black-tie event—it’s the ultimate celebration of rail heritage and progress, marking 200 years of UK rail with a Regency-inspired, Bridgerton-style extravaganza. It’s also a major fundraising event for Railway Children, a charity that protects vulnerable children across the UK, India, and Tanzania.
Date: Friday, 28 November 2025
Venue: InterContinental London – The O2
Dress Code: Black Tie
Why It Matters
Every ticket, every bid, every donation helps close a £500,000 funding gap for Railway Children’s frontline work. Last year, your generosity raised over £530,000—let’s go even bigger this year! Come prepared to spend, spend, spend for a cause that changes lives.
Your Pre-Ball Checklist
No guest of refinement would dare arrive unprepared:
✔ Secure Your Prize Draw Tickets BEFORE You Arrive
We’ve got some fabulous prizes. Here
✔ Check out the Grand Auction
Don’t miss out on our 200+ incredible lots, sponsored by BT. Here
✔ Download Your e-Tickets
Issued one week before the event. Check with Table host if you have not receive them.
✔ Check Meeting Point & Table Plan
Your ticket shows your meeting point and table number—perfect for finding friends in style. Check the Table Plan to locate your table, Meeting Point, and note the zone entrance for easy access.
✔ Share Your Dietary Requirements
Deadline: Friday 7 November 2025. Tell your table host now.
✔ North Greenwich Shuttle Bus
Shuttle buses, courtesy of TfL, from North Greenwich Tube to the hotel run between 15:00 – 02:00.
✔ Hotel Wi-Fi Access
SSID: therailwayball
Password: railwayball
✔ Bring your credit card
Needed for the night fundraising.
On the Night
- Shuttle Bus: There’s a free shuttle bus 15:00-02:00. Bus Stop D at North Greenwich to the hotel.
- Drinks Reception: 18:30
- Dinner: 19:30
- After-Party: Until 01:30
- Carriages: 01:30
- Prize Draw: Win big—£6,000 holiday voucher and other amazing prizes. Here
- Icebreaker Game: Start the night with fun and networking.
Need more info? Visit our guest information page for travel tips, table plans, menus and FAQs.
Remember: This is more than a party—it’s a chance to make a real difference. Dress to impress, bring your generosity, and let’s celebrate 200 years of rail in style!
