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Wateringbury Rail Ramble

Wateringbury Railway Station, Station Road, Wateringbury, Kent, ME18 5EA

  • 10 Sep 2024
  • In person
  • Pre-booking required

A 4.5 mile ramble from Wateringbury, climbing gently to the hoppers huts at Shingle Barn Farm then descending to Yalding.

We will walk through meadows and woodland, enjoying views of the Medway Valley and passing through the historic village of Yalding. There will be stories about the development of the railway, hop-picking holidays and local heritage. We will finish at Tea Pot Island, Yalding, about 0.5 mile from Yalding station. Shops, cafes and pubs in the village offer options for anybody wishing to purchase their own refreshments before making their onward journey back to Wateringbury or home by train. Suitable for ages 12+, under 18s must be accompanied by an adult.

Timings & Tours

Tuesday 10 September:
1045-1330

Location & directions

Wateringbury Railway Station, Station Road, Wateringbury, Kent, ME18 5EA

Directions:
Please arrive by train or public transport if possible. Car parking at Wateringbury available for use by passengers of Southeastern railway, it is often busy. On street parking in Wateringbury village is limited.
Contact on day:
Gary Outram
Telephone number:
+447787434258

Booking information

Pre-booking requirement:
Pre-booking required
Booking conditions:
Please book via the Maidstone Borough Council booking portal.
Booking website:
https://beyonk.com/provider/lpr52kya-maidstone-borough-council?portal=true
Booking opens:
01 Jun 2024 12:00 AM
Booking closes:
09 Sep 2024 12:00 AM

Accessibility details

Please ensure your footwear is suitable for uneven trail surfaces. Bring clothing suitable for the weather and pack a waterproof and snacks. There are no toilet facilities at either station. Nature’s toilets along the route, aka “a wild wee”. There are public toilets near Teapot Island in Yalding, they are not guaranteed to be open.

Additional information

Max no of people per tour:
25
Est. tour duration:
2 hour(s) 45 minute(s)

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