Originally formed as a line running from London to Dover. Branch lines were later added to other destinations in Kent. The company also operated a number of ships to the Continent. It was abolished under the Railways Act of 1921.
Credit for this entry to: Alan Patient of www.plaquesoflondon.co.uk
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South Eastern Railway Company
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