Newsletter sign up

UK / South East / Kent

Kent & East Sussex Railway

Tenterden Town Station, Station Road, Tenterden, Kent, TN30 6HE

Escape the everyday on the Kent & East Sussex Railway.

Enjoy a unique view of the beautiful Wealden countryside from the comfort of a heritage steam or diesel train: a 10.5-mile journey from Tenterden to historic Bodiam Castle through an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (ANOB) in the Rother Valley.

Before boarding, sample some delicious food in our Art Deco Tea Room, along with a hot or cold drinks, and pick up a munch bag for the kids. Or if you prebook you can receive on train-catering by some of our friendly volunteer staff.

There are up to five trains a day (April-October) plus special deals and amazing events, so there’s always something new to experience both on the trains and at the station: keep checking the website for the latest news and offers.

The Kent & East Sussex Railway is situated in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and follows the wide unspoilt Rother Valley for much of the journey. Our small rural stations are typical of light-railways of the period, but that doesn't mean there's nothing to see or do! Almost all our staff are volunteers and we're always pleased to help you get the most from your visit.

Visit Website

Opening Times

Tuesday, Wednesday, Saturday & Sunday

Please see website for train timetable.

Prices

Online advance booking

Adult

£24.50

Child (3-15)

£13.50

Under 3's

FREE

Family of 3 (2 adults & 1 child)

£58.00

Family of 4 (2 adults & 2 children or 1 adult & 3 children)

£63.00

Carer

FREE (T&C's apply)

K&ESR Member

FREE (T&C's apply)

Get best value when you book in advance online – tickets are discounted online and normally available until midnight on the day before your visit, but as accommodation is limited, don’t leave it too late!

 

Single and Return Tickets are valid for travel on the booked departure(s) and are available to book at a discount when buying online in advance – or buy at full price from the Ticket Office on arrival.
Freedom Tickets are available on selected dates and are valid for unlimited travel on any public train during the day.

 

Well behaved dogs go free!

 

Fares during Gala & other special events may be different – please see the relevant event page for details.

On arrival at the station

Adult

£27.50

Child

£14.00

Under 3's

FREE

Family of 3 (2 adults & 1 child)

£64.00

Family of 4 (2 adults & 2 children or 1 adult & 3 children)

£69.00

Carer

FREE (T&C's apply)

K&ESR Member

FREE (T&C's apply)

Platform Ticket

£1.00

Facilities

Baby Changing

Café

Car Parking

Disabled Access

Toilets

Other things to do nearby

25th Jul

Twelfth Night at Fort Amherst

A play by William Shakespeare. If this were played upon a stage now, I could condemn it as an improbable fiction.

View event
18th - 19th Jul

Divorced, Beheaded, Died at Fort Amherst

The year is 1544 and King Henry, the Eighth of that name, is engaged upon a Royal Progress about his Realm.

View event
26th - 30th May

FREE* Family Tours at Canterbury Cathedral

This May half term, bring your little historians to Canterbury Cathedral to hear stories of Becket and the Black Prince, Monks and Miracles, Tombs and Towers.

View event
26th - 29th May

FREE* Stone Week Activities at Canterbury Cathedral

This May half term, help Gregory Gargoyle on his Stone Quest and try your hand at carving!

View event
1st - 31st May

VE Day 80th Anniversary Celebrations at Canterbury Cathedral

This year, the nation celebrates the 80th Anniversary of ‘Victory in Europe Day’ (VE Day), which marked the end of the war in Europe on May 8th 1945.

View event
5th May 12:00pm - 4:00pm

VE Day’s Knees Up at Fort Amherst

On Monday 5th May 2025 we will be hosting a VE Day Knees Up, celebrating like it’s 1945!

View event
3rd - 9th May

World War Two Tours at Fort Amherst

New for 2025 we will be introducing our World War Two tour, exploring areas of the Fort that have rarely been open to the public.

View event
15th Jun

Midsummer Nightmare at Fort Amherst

Midnight Circle Theatre present “Midsummer NightMare”.

View event
1st Mar - 31st Oct

Call The Midwife Official Location Tour at The Historic Dockyard Chatham

If you’re a fan of the hit series and you’ve been wondering where Call the Midwife is filmed, put yourself in the picture and explore where the real drama happens with a Call the Midwife Official Location Tour at The Historic Dockyard Chatham.

View event

Latest News

Top 5 places in the UK to birdwatch

The UK is home to some fantastically colourful, elusive and rare species. To celebrate their numerous species, we have put together a list of top 5 places in the UK to birdwatch.