Spa Valley Railway

The Spa Valley Railway is a heritage railway that runs from Royal Tunbridge Wells to High Rocks, Groombridge and Eridge. It is 5.5 miles in length and takes you on a picturesque journey through parts of Kent and Sussex.

Things to do at Spa Valley Railway

Their slogan is “A destination at every station” so you could certainly extend your day out to include other things to do at each stop. At Eridge you will find a delightful country junction station. There is access to some vast and delightful walks through the woods to Harrison’s Rock, Forge Farm and Groombridge. There is also a pub at Eridge.

Groombridge is their principal intermediate station. From there you can visit Groombridge Place Gardens and Enchanted Forest and the village itself. There are a couple of country inns and walks to Harrison’s rocks.

The Tunbridge Wells West station has seen visitors since 1606 to experience the Chalbeayte Spring. Today the town is full of elegance and its original charm. This station stops at its western edge just a few minutes walk from the Pantiles. The smallest and most picturesque station is High Rocks. There is a country inn with landscaped gardens.

Further Information

Is there food and drink available?

The Spa Valley Railway offers a number of refreshment options to passengers. These include a static buffet car ‘Emily’ at Tunbridge Wells, the refreshment bars at Groombridge and Eridge, and an award-winning Bar Car ‘Kate’, which they endeavour to run on green timetable trains, plus during many special events. You are welcome to bring a picnic.

What are the main things to do?

Heritage railway with 4 stations across 5.5 miles through picturesque countryside. There is plenty to do in the area at each station. There are toilets and options for food and drink.