Press Release 25 January 2011
Give your Mum a Mother's Day Treat with The Kent and East Sussex Railway
A special Mother's Day treat can be booked for just £21.00 with the Kent & East Sussex Railway where the whole family will enjoy the service and style from a more gentle time. A time when opulent surroundings and attentive staff made our railways the envy of the world.
Mums will appreciate either of the two options that are offered this year. On board the 1:15pm steam service from Tenterden a traditional Ploughman's Lunch is served with either tea or coffee or if an afternoon trip is more convenient, a delicious cream tea is served. This is accompanied by a selection of cakes and again served with tea or coffee.
This special Mother's Day treat includes a two-hour return journey on one of the Railway's restored steam trains, a reserved table for your family and a surprise gift for every Mum to take home to remember her special day. Relax on board and enjoy some quality time with Mum, as you take in the beautiful scenery of the surrounding countryside, interrupted only by the gentle chug of the steam engine.
The Kent & East Sussex railway stretches over 10 ½ miles between Tenterden and Bodiam stations and visitors of all ages will love the excitement of travelling on one of the country's finest rural light railways.
There will be a choice of two trains from Tenterden station on Mother's Day departing from Tenterden Station at 1.15pm and 3.30pm.
PLEASE NOTE: The Mother's Day offer is now fully booked. Visitors planning to visit on Mother's Day can still travel the whole line and dine in our restaurant at Tenterden.
Families can extend their day and explore the many wonderful delights on offer in the towns surrounding each station. At Tenterden, discover the impressive play park and intriguing shops, or relax and unwind in one of the many cafes and pubs along the idyllic High Street.
Perhaps consider a visit to the south-east's newest attraction, The Mill Toy and Pedal Car Museum which can be found directly opposite Northiam station. Visitors presenting a valid Kent & East Sussex Railway ticket will be treated to £1 per person off the standard admission charge (Adults: £4.00, Senior Citizens: £3.50, Children: £3.00)
At Bodiam station, the magnificent medieval castle is only a short walk and visitors can step back in history as they explore the impressive battlements and towers, which offer breathtaking views across the countryside. Visitors presenting a valid Kent & East Sussex Railway ticket will be treated to discounted castle admission (Adults: £5.80 Children: £2.90)
Tenterden and Northiam are situated on the A28 between Ashford and Hastings and both stations have spacious car parks which are free. Please note that there is no parking at Bodiam Station so passengers are advised to park and ride from Tenterden or Northiam.
Tickets: Adult £13.50, Senior Citizen £12.50, Child (3 - 15 years inc.) £8.50 and Family (2 adults + up to 3 children or 1 adult and up to 4 children) £37.00.
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