K&ESR Diesel Gala
18th, 19th & 20th July 2025
A unique mix of diesel power will be on offer at this years Gala

Buy discounted tickets for 1, 2 or all 3 days!
Visiting locomotives - with more to be announced!
BR Class 50 50017 "Royal Oak"

Tenterden Town Station

All aboard for a nostalgic day out as Tenterden Town Station hosts a fantastic Vintage Bus Rally!

More than a dozen beautifully preserved vintage buses will be on display — and some will even be offering free rides to local destinations, including connecting services to Headcorn and Ashford railway stations.

This is your chance to step back in time and experience travel from a golden age of British transport, all against the charming backdrop of one of the most historic sites on the line.

Make sure to browse a wonderful selection of vintage memorabilia from our stallholders, perfect for collectors and enthusiasts alike.

Did you know?
Tenterden Town Station proudly houses the original Maidstone & District Bus Station building, relocated from Mill Street, Maidstone. Opened in 1922, it is widely believed to be the first purpose-built bus station in the UK. It served the community for over 50 years before being dismantled and donated to the Kent & East Sussex Railway, where it now stands as a piece of living history.

This event promises a unique blend of vintage transport, railway heritage, and local charm — perfect for families, enthusiasts, and curious minds alike.

Admission included with standard station entry.

🎉 ‘Kids Go Free’ is Back This Summer! 🚂
We’re thrilled to announce the return of our popular ‘Kids Go Free’ offer — making family days out even more affordable and fun!
From Tuesday 23rd July to Friday 30th August, all children under 16 can travel completely free on our regular train services when accompanied by a fare-paying adult. That’s right — no hidden costs, no vouchers, just great summer memories waiting to be made!

Climb aboard one of our historic trains and enjoy a journey through the beautiful Kent & East Sussex countryside — perfect for a day out with the family during the school holidays. Whether you're exploring vintage carriages, spotting wildlife along the route, or simply soaking up the steam railway magic, it’s a trip the whole family will love.

📅 Valid on all regular services between 23rd July and 30th August
👧 Children under 16 go FREE with any paying adult
🎟️ No need to book anything special — just look for the offer when purchasing tickets
Make this summer one to remember at the Kent & East Sussex Railway!

We are delighted to welcome back the Austin Counties Car Rally
A wide variety of these beautiful classic cars will be parked across the Tenterden Town Station site and are well
£1 Platform Tickets are also available from the station ticket office
The varied display of vehicles, which include some that have celebrated their centenary, will be on display around Tenterden Town Station, including outside the Colonel Stephens Railway Museum and the Station Refreshment Rooms - which will be open from 10.00am serving a range of light refreshments.

Founded in 1975, the Austin Counties Car Club caters for Austin cars and related commercial vehicles manufactured between 1939 and 1954 (1957 for some commercial derivatives), starting with the Austin 8 HP and ending with the last pre-BMC Austin and the last new Austin car to have a separate chassis, the A40 Somerset.