Kent & East Sussex Railway

England's Finest Rural Light Railway

 

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10th Anniversary Celebrations at the K&ESR's Hoppers Weekend

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On the 11th and 12th September, visitors to Bodiam station can enjoy a whole weekend of "opping nostalgia" as the Kent & East Sussex Railway hosts its tenth annual Hop Pickers Weekend. The event is open from 10.30am to 6:00pm each day. Saturday's evening entertainment is free to enter and the beer tent and BBQ will be open.

Carriage Maintenance Building Extension Appeal - click here for more information

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The Kent & East Sussex Railway in Tenterden has launched an appeal to raise £200,000 to double the capacity of its main carriage maintenance building at Tenterden station. The expansion is needed to provide sufficient high quality trains to operate the current train time table which currently carries 90,000 passengers annually.

Pensioner's treat, £7.50 a seat at the Kent & East Sussex Railway!

From 14 to 16 September 2010 anyone over 60 years of age can enjoy a great value day out when they visit The Kent & East Sussex Railway, as all Senior Rover tickets will cost just £7.50 each! (Usually £11.80). Visitors can enjoy a 21-mile nostalgic steam train ride in beautifully restored carriages on a journey through picturesque countryside between Tenterden and Bodiam Stations.

Cavell Van Restoration Appeal - Latest Progress Report - click here for more information

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We need to raise £35,000 to restore the van in time for the National Service of Remembrance on 11 November 2010. The ‘Cavell Van’, built in 1919, is important in the railway preservation movement for being the prototype of a class of vans used for mail and luggage on express passenger trains from the 1920s.

Visit Our Kent & East Sussex Railway Photo Albums - Updated 13th August

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Our Photo Album contains 100's of images taken by Lewis Brockway in several collections including our Steam & Diesel Gala's, 1940's & 70's weekends and Thomas & Friends 65th Anniversary. We also have a Volunteers Photo Album available for viewing from the main menu link.

NEW DVD - Available From The K&ESR Online Store

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Now available - Kent and East Sussex Railway on Parade 2002-2009. All the events on the railway between 2002 and 2009 are recalled on this 90 minute DVD. Features galas, visiting engines, events, behind the scenes and much more. £13.00 inc VAT, Click on the title to purchase online.

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Our Special Events

Event 

Title:
Kids Go Free
When:
Monday 26 July 2010 - Sunday 22 August 2010 
Where:
Kent & East Sussex Railway -
Category:
Special Events on the K&ESR

Description

Free Child Tickets at the Kent & East Sussex Railway this Summer

kids_go_free_summer_2010Families can make the most of the summer holidays and treat their children to free days out at the Kent & East Sussex Railway between Monday 26 July and Sunday 22 August.

The Railway offers fantastic value for money days out and this promotion is perfect for the school holidays as it allows up to three children to travel on the railway for free with the purchase of one adult rover ticket costing just £12.80.

Tickets include a return journey to Bodiam station on one of the railway's vintage steam trains, departing from Tenterden station at various times each day between 26 July and 22 August.

To claim free tickets visitors need to download and print a voucher from this website and present it at the booking office at the time of ticket purchase.

Kids Go Free voucherThe Kent and & East Sussex Railway is one of England's premier steam railways and children will love the excitement of riding on a real steam train.

All the trains have been immaculately restored to their former Edwardian and Victorian glory and traditional values still hold strong at the railway. On the platform, the smartly dressed Station Master waves his flag as the train pulls out of the station, whilst on board, the uniformed ticket inspector tips his hat to passengers as he clips their tickets.

As the train gently puffs along the 10 ½ mile line, families can sit back and enjoy the beautiful views of the Wealden Countryside and Rother Valley.

The return journey from Tenterden station to Bodiam station takes 45 minutes but with the special Rover ticket, families have the opportunity to enjoy a whole day out and hop off at each station to enjoy the delights on offer.

Children will love the play park at Tenterden and the irresistible café's selling delicious treats in the high street. A short walk from Bodiam station is the magnificent Bodiam Castle, where imaginations will run wild as children explore the ruins, including the impressive battlements and historic towers.

At Rolvenden station, visitors can hop off and see the busy loco yard from the viewing platform.

The Railway also offers a variety of catering options on board including tea or coffee with a fresh pastry, a cream tea, ploughman's lunch or children's party boxes.

Families can even enjoy alfresco dining and order one of the railways delicious picnic hampers, which are freshly made and can be collected on arrival. Pre booking is essential and prices are £4.50 per child / £8.50 per adult. Food is available on selected days only, please check the website www.kesr.org.uk

The railway has ample free parking at Northiam and Tenterden stations. Visitors who would like to start their journey at Bodiam can park at the castle for just £2 per day.

Tickets
Kent & East Sussex Railway - up to three free child tickets with the purchase of one adult rover ticket costing £12.80.

For more details telephone 01580 765155, visit www.kesr.org.uk or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

Venue

Venue:
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K&ESR Daily News

Thursday 9th September

Today we are running our Green Service, 3 steam and 2 heritage diesel departures each day. First train (steam) leaves Tenterden at 10.40.

Next Special Event

Saturday 11 and
Sunday 12 September

Visitors to Bodiam station can enjoy a whole weekend of "opping nostalgia" as the Kent & East Sussex Railway hosts its tenth annual Hop Pickers Weekend.  More info

Monthly Competition

WIN FREE Tickets for the K&ESR

August WINNER .... 
Mrs Harwood from Sidcup - Congratulations!

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