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Tenterden is the so-called 'Jewel of the Weald'

Tenterden is the so-called 'Jewel of the Weald'

Tenterden 

And it's not hard to see why. Its mix of history, shopping and things to do, together with a particularly attractive High Street lined with trees, make this a town to explore without doubt.

Tenterden

For families no visit to the Weald of Kent would be complete without a trip to  ( KESR) The  Kent and East  Railway , Historic  steam train can  be caught from Tenterden .

Where you and your family can take a magical ride to the magnificent Bodiam Castle  

Kent & East Sussex Railway is the country's finest example of a rural light railway

The Kent & East Sussex Railway is the country's finest example of a rural light railway. 

A journey will take through the Jewel of the Weald 

And with the main station in Tenterden Town makes it a great day out for all ages

Regular events are held throughout the year Day out with Thomas, Real Ale Trains, Pensioners Treats to name but a few

Steam trains, disabled facilities, licensed Restaurant (Station Refreshment Rooms), Wealden Pullman Dining, Railway Experiences, Model Railway fun for children, Museum

2017 prices 
Family £34.20 (online*) £38 (ticket office)

2 adults & up to 3 children (15yrs & under) or 1 adult & up to 4 children (15yrs & under)

Adult £16.20 (online*) £18 (ticket office) (16yrs & over)

Child £10.80 (online*) £12 (ticket office)

* When booked before midnight of the preceding day

All tickets include unlimited travel throughout the day, entry to the railway museum and Cavell van




The Kent and East Sussex Railway operate three types of service listed below

Green Service

2 trains in service. Steam hauled services depart Tenterden at 10.40, 1.15 and 3.35, on-train catering and access for wheelchair users. The heritage diesel observation train departs 11.45 and 2.20, sorry this is currently unable to accommodate wheelchair usersRed Service2 trains in service. Steam hauled services depart Tenterden at 10.40, 11.45, 1.15, 2.20 and 3.35, on-train catering and access for wheelchair usersGold Service
3 trains in service, either 2 steam hauled trains and 1 diesel hauled train, or 3 steam hauled trains. Steam hauled services depart Tenterden at 10.45, 11.30, 1.00, 1.45, 3.15 and 4pm, on-train catering. Accommodation for wheelchair users is available on these services 10.45, 1.00, and 3.15. A further train will be either our heritage diesel observation train or a steam hauled train, 12.15, 2.30pm
here are listed the services for April May and June

ACCESSIBLE

The Railway has a specially designed
coach for wheelchair users called 'Petros' which is fitted with ramped access, wide aisles, an accessible toilet and moveable seating. There is full wheelchair access to the shop and restaurant at Tenterden Town Station, and the Colonel Stephens Railway Museum has level access with 42" aisles

Live Music At the Woolpack Tenterden

Live music tonight!

 At the Woolpack in Tenterden . Is Alex Gold from 7.30pm

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Tenterden in Kent

Nestling in the heart of the Weald of Kent, Tenterden, rich in history, has largely escaped much modern development and has consequently retained its charm. It has an attractive, broad tree-lined High Street, brimming with interesting shops that have something for everyone.

It is believed that the name Tenterden is derived from the Old English 'Tenet Waraden' which meant a clearing in the forest, belonging to the men of Thanet.

Tenterden was an important wool trading centre in the 13th century and became prosperous. It is difficult to believe today that Tenterden had access to the sea at Smallhythe, since the coastline has altered so much. Using the wood from the Wealden Forest as its source of timber, Smallhythe was a centre for shipbuilding and produced wooden ships that were large for the time. In 1449 Tenterden was incorporated into the prestigious Federation of Cinque Ports, and was able to enjoy all the privilege and status which this position brought.

Dating from the 12th century the the distinctive tower of the Parish Church of St Mildred can be seen from the High Street. To get an insight into the history of Tenterden pay a visit to the local museum which has exhibits spanning one thousand years.

William Caxton, who pioneered printing in England is believed to have been born in Tenterden. The actress Dame Ellen Terry lived at Smallhythe.