Newenden Travel Guide

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Pumping station at River Rother, near Newenden
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Pumping station at River Rother, near Newenden
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Fields near Newenden
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Kent and East Sussex Railway A steam train crosses the Rother Levels between Hexden Channel and the River Rother travelling from Wittersham Road to Northiam. Built as a light railway in 1896 the line from Robertsbridge to Headcorn maintained its independence up to 1948. However, it lost its passenger service from 1954 and was officially closed in 1961. A preservation society was formed and after 13 years battle finally reopened the line, albeit from Tenterden to Rolvenden only. The KESR's success has meant gradual extensions, Wittersham Road was reached in 1977, Northiam in 1990 and Bodiam in 2000.
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Footpath to Castle Toll Linking the site to the bridleway on the north bank of the River Rother it is the only footpath in or out. The trees on the right hide an old pond.
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ORIDA Maidstone Hotel

ORIDA Maidstone Hotel

3 out of 5
Bearsted Rd Maidstone England
Stay at this hotel in Maidstone. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,270 reviews)
The hotel was super basic as was the food. Needs a renovation and the staff don’t go out of their way to help you - though the worker at a coffee bar was friendly. Wouldn’t recommend on experience and wouldn’t recommend at all for the price.

Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026

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Delta Hotels by Marriott Tudor Park Country Club

Delta Hotels by Marriott Tudor Park Country Club

4 out of 5
Ashford Road Maidstone England
The price is AU$142 per night from 22 Mar to 23 Mar
AU$142
22 Mar - 23 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Maidstone. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (932 reviews)
The breakfast was fresh varied and delicious. Special shout out to Ryan on the front desk who resolved an issue with our room ( not all channels available on the tv) immediately by transferring us to the next door room. Really appreciated that.

Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026

Delta Hotels by Marriott Tudor Park Country Club
Ashford International Hotel & Spa

Ashford International Hotel & Spa

4 out of 5
Simone Weil Avenue Ashford England
The price is AU$133 per night from 29 Mar to 30 Mar
AU$133
29 Mar - 30 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Ashford. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
The whole stay was lovely. The room was great. Clean and very comfortable bed!! Staff were helpful. Love the free mini bar ! Such a nice touch Breakfast was delicious and freshly cooked . Staff were helpful with veggie options and we had freshly cooked sausages! I can really recommend staying here ...

Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026

Ashford International Hotel & Spa
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Pinewood Camping Pods - At Port Lympne Reserve

Pinewood Camping Pods - At Port Lympne Reserve

2 out of 5
Port Lympne Reserve Hythe England
Stay at this campsite in Hythe. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions Port Lympne Wild Animal Park and Port Lympne Wild Animal ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (32 reviews)
The room was so cosy, clean and designed well.

Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026

Pinewood Camping Pods - At Port Lympne Reserve
Extraordinary Huts

Extraordinary Huts

3 out of 5
2 Nicole's Cottages Rye England
Stay at this cabin in Rye. Enjoy free parking and a garden. Popular attractions Camber Sands and St. Thomas the Martyr are located nearby.
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Character Beamed Country Retreat with self check in/out in historic 1066 country

Character Beamed Country Retreat with self check in/out in historic 1066 country

Broad Oak ENG
Stay at this cottage in Rye. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Great Dixter House and Gardens and Carr Taylor Vineyard are ...
Character Beamed Country Retreat with self check in/out in historic 1066 country
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Popular places to visit

One of the many gardens around the estate

Sissinghurst Castle and Garden

Sissinghurst Castle and Garden is just one of the places to see in Cranbrook, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Visit the spas and top-notch restaurants in this quaint area.

Sissinghurst Castle and Garden

Bedgebury National Pinetum and Forest

Enjoy an outing to Bedgebury National Pinetum and Forest during your stay in Goudhurst. Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the spas in this relaxing area.

Bedgebury National Pinetum and Forest

Hole Park Gardens

Explore the great outdoors at Hole Park Gardens, a lovely green space in Rolvenden. Visit the spas and top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area.

Hole Park Gardens

St Dunstan's Church

St Dunstan's Church is just one of the places to see in Cranbrook, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Visit the spas and top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area.

St Dunstan's Church

Cranbrook Golf Club

Enjoy a round of golf in Cranbrook at Cranbrook Golf Club. Visit the spas and top-notch restaurants in this quaint area.

Cranbrook Golf Club

The American Garden

Enjoy an outing to The American Garden during your stay in Cranbrook. Visit the spas and top-notch restaurants in this quaint area.

The American Garden

Activities

Sussex Heritage Coast - Online Self Guided Road Trip Plan

Sussex Heritage Coast - Online Self Guided Road Trip Plan

AU$25
per traveller
Sussex Heritage Coast - Online Self Guided Road Trip Plan
Battle Abbey Gatehouse

1066 Battle of Hastings Guided Tour

AU$287
per adult
1066 Battle of Hastings Guided Tour
Leeds Castle, Canterbury & White Cliffs

Leeds Castle, Canterbury & White Cliffs

AU$1,750
per traveller
Leeds Castle, Canterbury & White Cliffs
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Cities near Newenden

Camber Sands castle being bathed in the evening golden hour light near Rye East Sussex south east England UK

Rye

Hole Park is located in the South East of England and owned by the Barham family. Open to the public through the Spring and Summer month's it's a great place to wander and take in a little piece of England's heritage. Look out for the 1o27 Rolls Royce that has been in the family since new.

Rolvenden