Kent & East Sussex Railway

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Kent & East Sussex Railway

"Kent's finest rural heritage railway"

Everyone can enjoy a fun step back in time at Tenterden’s Steam Railway. Perfect to visit whatever the weather, the line gently wends its way from Tenterden for 10.5 miles, through unspoilt countryside to terminate in the shadow of the magnificent National Trust castle at Bodiam. Travelcards allow all day travel so hop on and off at any of the stations along the line. Refreshments at Tenterden station and on many trains, including cream teas, light lunches and luxury Pullman dining for dinners, Sunday lunches, wedding receptions, private and corporate hire. Advance booking for on-board dining essential.

The Railway's facilities have been carefully designed with disabled, elderly and less mobile visitors in mind. There are parking spaces for Blue Badge holders next to the platform at Tenterden Town and Northiam stations, and accessible toilets at Tenterden, Northiam and Bodiam stations. The Railway is proud to boast a specially designed coach for wheelchair users called 'Petros'. There is full wheelchair access to the shop and restaurant at Tenterden Town, and the Colonel Stephens Railway Museum has level access with 42"aisles. The Tenterden ticket office is fitted with an induction loop.

At Tenterden Station there is ample free parking, a licensed restaurant with free wifi, gift shop, picnic area, children's play area, access for the disabled, wheelchair accessible toilets. The Colonel Stephens Railway Museum at Tenterden Station is also open every day the railway operates between 12.30 and 4.30. There is no admission charge for entry but donations for its upkeep are very welcome.

The line terminates at the immaculately restored Bodiam Station. At the rear of the station reconstructed hoppers' huts are complemented by a small hop garden. The Cavell Van is berthed in a siding at the station and is open on most days that trains operate.

Monday

Closed
Tuesday

10:00am - 5:00pm
Wednesday

10:00am - 5:00pm
Thursday

10:00am - 5:00pm
Friday

Closed
Saturday

10:00am - 5:00pm
Sunday

10:00am - 5:00pm

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Santa Special
- Starts
  
  30th November - 9:30am
- Ends
  
  24th December - 5:30pm
- Location
  
  Tenterden
Detail

Santa Specials 2019 Meet Santa at the Kent & East Sussex Railway! Take a magical steam train journey to meet Santa this Christmas with our popular Santa Special trains. At Tenterden Station the beautiful Victorian carousel provides unlimited free rides for the young and young at heart alike. On board the festively decorated steam trains, you'll meet Santa during the 1 hour 10 minute return journey. Look out for his elf helpers with their sacks full of lovely presents - every child receives an age appropriate gift from Santa himself whilst teenagers (13 to 15) receive festive chocolates. Everyone receives complimentary refreshments too - a mince pie & choice of soft or alcoholic drink for adults and a soft drink & chocolate bar for children. Babies under 18 months of age at the time of travel are free of charge (providing they are not occupying a seat) and there's a little free gift for them too! 'Relaxed Day' - back by popular demand! On the 30th November, we'll be operating a less intensive timetable to welcome individuals, groups and families with children on the autistic spectrum or those who would benefit from a more relaxed environment. Rest assured that we'll still be offering the full programme of attractions for everyone to enjoy! Availability Santa Specials are very popular - we suggest that you book early to secure your preferred date, as capacity is limited.