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Treat the family to a trip back in time by rail this February half term, join us as we celebrate Waterbirds in the Wealden countryside.
12th February - 20th February 2022 (excluding Monday and Friday)
Enjoy free on-board children’s activity sheet around Waterbirds and make an origami bird.
See what Waterbirds you can spot along the railway line. Complete the activity sheet and collect your small prize from the gift shop on your return journey.
For more information please visit our website
Book online and save
www.kesr.org.uk
Steam hauled trains will depart at 10:40am and 1:15pm on the Saturday 12th, Sunday 13th, Tuesday 15th, Wednesday 16th, Thursday 17th, Saturday 19th and Sunday 20th February.
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Kent and East Sussex Railway
Saturday 26th and Sunday 27th March 2022
Give Mum the gift of time travel this Mothers’ Day weekend!
Treat mum to a trip in the golden age of steam this Mothers’ Day weekend! With delicious refreshments served at your seats aboard our comfortable, historic trains, this will be an experience all the family will remember for many years to come!
Choose from a Ploughman’s Lunch to enjoy aboard the 12:30pm departure or a Cream Tea aboard the 3:30pm departure – both from Tenterden Town Station.
Why not make the occasion extra special and add a bottle of Prosecco or travel First Class in our beautiful 1930s open plan carriages?
Trains depart from Tenterden for a two hour round trip to the pretty Bodiam station.
There is free customer parking available at Tenterden Town Station, some Blue Badge parking, step free access to our carriage “Petros” for wheelchair users and accessible toilets and a gift shop.
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This Easter holiday join our FREE bunny eggstravaganza at the Railway! Hunt down the cheeky bunnies hiding around the station at Tenterden, board the train and enjoy our easter themed activity workbooks on board the train and then join our easter egg trail around the country station at Bodiam before claiming your delicious FREE prize in our Gift shop!
To add to the fun, from Good Friday 15th to Easter Monday 18th April, the Easter Bunny will be making appearances at Tenterden Town station during each day – a great opportunity to get that selfie! For this bank holiday weekend, children can also make their very own Easter crowns on-board the trains for no extra cost and decorate them during the journey.
Book your preferred date online and save on fares by booking online in advance.
See our fares page for all the prices .
Activities detailed above are free for those purchasing tickets to travel with us and are not included with purchases of platform tickets.
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Starts
6th May -
6:30pm
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6th May -
9:30pm
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Tenterden Town Station.
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Enjoy Real Ale and Cider aboard one of our historic locomotives as it ambles through the beautiful countryside to Bodiam in East Sussex
You can add to the pleasure of sampling Real Ale and Ciders on board one of our heritage trains by pre-ordering a meal to enjoy on the train – why not make it an evening with friends?
Arrive at Tenterden Town Station (where there is free parking for customers) at 6:30pm to join us for Ale Tastings on the platform. These tastings are new for 2022 and are proudly in partnership with our friends at the nearby Old Dairy Brewery. Next you will collect your pre-ordered meal and board the train for a departure at approximately 7:15pm. Your train will travel through the Rother Valley to our quiet country station at Bodiam and following a brief stop, return to Tenterden arriving at approximately 9:30pm giving you plenty of time to sample the on board ales and ciders from local producers.
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Starts
17th June -
6:30pm
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18th June -
10:30pm
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Location
Tenterden Town Station
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CAMRA Real Ale Festival Friday 17th/Saturday 18th June
The annual CAMRA festival is back at Tenterden Town Station. Come along and enjoy some of the best selection of ales and ciders in the country in a unique setting. On the Friday night there is no live music for those who prefer a calmer atmosphere. On Saturday enjoy live music through the day from Sam Brothers, Great Mates, Gumboots Reggae and Men Without Hens (see attached flyer for timings which may vary slightly). A great selection of food will be available on both days and on the Saturday why not take the opportunity to board one of our heritage trains for a ride through the beautiful Wealden countryside to Bodiam in East Sussex with a pint in hand. Book online and save kesr.org.uk Entry to the event is free with the purchase of a train ticket, otherwise £3 entry for adults and £1 for children.
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Starts
24th June -
6:30pm
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24th June -
9:30pm
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Tenterden Town Station.
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Enjoy Real Ale and Cider aboard one of our historic locomotives as it ambles through the beautiful countryside to Bodiam in East Sussex
You can add to the pleasure of sampling Real Ale and Ciders on board one of our heritage trains by pre-ordering a meal to enjoy on the train – why not make it an evening with friends?
Arrive at Tenterden Town Station (where there is free parking for customers) at 6:30pm to join us for Ale Tastings on the platform. These tastings are new for 2022 and are proudly in partnership with our friends at the nearby Old Dairy Brewery. Next you will collect your pre-ordered meal and board the train for a departure at approximately 7:15pm. Your train will travel through the Rother Valley to our quiet country station at Bodiam and following a brief stop, return to Tenterden arriving at approximately 9:30pm giving you plenty of time to sample the on board ales and ciders from local producers.
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1st August -
10:30am
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31st August -
3:30pm
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Kent and East Sussex
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SUMMER ADVENTURE
Amazing new offer!
KIDS FOR A QUID
From the 1st of August to the 31st.
This August, come and join us as we take you back in time on our beautiful Heritage Steam and Diesel Railway. Save money as children only cost ONE POUND!
Make the most of the whole month! Find some time to enjoy lunch in our 100 year old Tea room or just grab an ice cream before your trip.
Book online and save on fares: https://kesr.org.uk/timetable/
Or just turn up on the day to claim this discount.
Visit our website www.kesr.org.uk
For more information and to find out what is happening on at the Kent and East Sussex Railway book online and save
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Fish & Chip Evening Special.
Train departs at 6.30pm - The train is scheduled to arrive back at Tenterden at approximately 9.15pm
18th May; 1st & 29th June; 13th July; 10th & 24th August; 7th September 2022
Fancy a night off cooking, would you like to let someone else clear up after your meal?
Join us for a “Fish and Chip Steam Special” Spend a lovely summer evening travelling through the picturesque Rother Valley in a train hauled by a classic British Steam Locomotive. 6pm for a 6.30pm departure from Tenterden. On arrival at Bodiam Station there's an opportunity to stretch your legs and perhaps treat yourself to an ice cream.....
Drinks and snacks are available to purchase onboard the train at additional cost.
Advance booking is required for these popular events
Online booking prices include your train fare and choice of meal:
£29.95 adult, £19.95 child (3-15yrs)
For more information and to book please visit our website
https://kesr.org.uk/food-drink/fish-chip-evening-special/
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Tuesday 25th October
Tenterden Station will be showing Minions the Rise of Gru PG - only out this week !
Film starts at 6pm at Tenterden Station
Join us for an evening of entertainment, the film showing starts in the marquee at 6pm pm after sunset, come dressed as your favourite character and enjoy the fun.
The Tea room will be open from 4.30pm until 5.30pm serving a selection of food for the Children as well as Adults
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The Rocky Horror Picture show at Tenterden Railway outdoor cinema.
28th October 2022 15 Certificate
The Tea Room will be open from 7pm, selling a range of local ales, wines and soft drinks. Snacks and pre-booked meals will also be available.
The film will start in the marquee promptly at 8:15pm
Come along dressed up as your character and join in with the Time Warp!
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Steam into the New Year with us!
Join the K&ESR for a day out this Festive Season
We will be full steam ahead on 30th & 31st December 2022, 1st & 2nd January 2023
Don’t miss our very popular Kids for a Quid ticket offer!
Join us for an enchanting steam hauled journey through the glorious Rother Valley…. Don’t miss out on our superb value Kids for a Quid tickets this New Year. Join with your family and friends in a journey back in time!
Return Tickets when purchased online are £20.00 for adults and just £1.00 for children (3-15 years inc, under 3’s go free.) Over 60? It’s just £18.00 for seniors and your Dog can go free!
Subject to availability tickets may also be purchased on arrival at the station (on the day prices are £23.00 adults, £20 seniors and Kids for £1.
Trains depart Tenterden at 10:40, 11:45, 13:15 and 14:20
You can have a photo taken to remember the day inside the Christmas Marquee (a charge for this will apply)
To add to your experience, pre-book a Cream Tea, Ploughman’s or Kids Munch Bag and add a bit of sparkle to your day with a bottle of Prosecco!