RHDR - The Romney, Hythe & Dymchurch Railway

Getting Here

Visitor Attractions in Kent

Find your way to the RH&DR - one of the best visitor attractions in Kent - by using the Ordnance Survey's Get-a-map facility. The Post Code for New Romney Station is TN28 8PL

Ordnance Survey


By Road

The stations at New Romney, Dungeness and Hythe are all on or near the A259 trunk road which gives direct access from the Kent & Sussex coast. Hythe Station is only 3 miles from the M20 junction 11 (signposted) which makes it easily accessible from London, the M25, the Channel Ports and the Eurotunnel terminal at Cheriton. New Romney and Dungeness can be found via the A2070 (from M20 junction 10) and the A259. There are car parks at all major stations.

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Station Postcodes

  • Hythe: CT21 6LD
  • Dymchurch: TN29 0PJ
  • St Mary's Bay: TN29 0SG
  • New Romney: TN28 8PL
  • Romney Sands: TN28 8RN
  • Dungeness: TN29 9NB

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By Bus

Stagecoach buses serve the railway from Ashford, Canterbury, Hastings, Rye, Folkestone, Dover. Check with Stagecoach for full details.

A combined Bus and RH&DR Ticket is available on most Stagecoach Bus services in Kent and East Sussex. Call 08702 433711 for details.

Stagecoach web site

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By Rail

Travel via Ashford (Kent) to Folkestone Central and then by bus to Hythe. Alternatively travel via Hastings to Rye and then by bus to New Romney.

National Rail enquiries are on 0845 748 4950.

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By Coach

National Express service 021 operates daily between London and Hythe, please telephone 08705 808080 for information. Several other companies operate excursions to the area during the summer — please check with your local coach operator for details.

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By Air

The railway is about 2 miles from Lydd Airport, which is conveniently situated for flights from both the UK and Continental Europe

Telephone +44 (0) 1797 320000 for flight information etc.

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Where to Stay

If you planning to come to the Romney Marsh for more than one day, and are wondering where you should stay, then we suggest you visit the Kent and Romney Marsh section of our links page, which will point you to local tourist information and sources.


Amari Guest House

Located on the hills overlooking Hythe Bay in an exclusive area of the town. Our location is perfect for all occasions. We are open all year. We are within a few minutes walk of the Sene Park Golf Club and short walk to the beach and shops. Free Parking is available on the drive. The Channel Tunnel is close by for day trips or if you require a stopover in England.

Phone: 01303 230581
e-mail: amari.cliffroad@tiscali.co.uk
web site: http://myweb.tiscali.co.uk/amariguesthouse


Capri

Capri – Self-Catering Holiday Accommodation in New Romney

Come and stay in our bright and airy chalet-style bungalow, situated in a tucked away location at the end of a cul-de-sac. It is an ideal location for visitors to the RH&DR as it is just a two minute stroll from the house to New Romney station. Children and older railway enthusiasts alike will love watching the trains steam past the garden fence!

Facilities include:

  • Five bedrooms (two on the ground floor)
  • Two bathrooms (one on the ground floor)
  • Well-equipped kitchen & utility room
  • Sitting room with Sky TV, dvd & video
  • Dining room
  • Sunny conservatory
  • Enclosed garden
  • Plenty of toys, games, books and movies, suitable for all ages
  • Family friendly – cot, high chair, stair gates supplied

Contact us for more details:

Phone Sarah Cheeseman on 01932 885715 or 07962 177506
Email: paulandsarahc@lineone.net


The Coach House Bed & Breakfast

Self Contained B & B accommodation on Lympne Hill, Hythe with views over the Marsh to the RH&DR and sea. Watch the train's progress across the Marsh from the garden! Within easy reach of the M20 and a perfect location for touring Kent.

Phone: 01303 265036
e-mail: johnandrosemarygriffiths@btopenworld.com
web site: www.thecoachhousehythe.co.uk


Coxell House

Bed and Breakfast at this delightful house in Lydd, where you will be sure of a warm welcome.

Phone: 01797 322037
e-mail: coxellhouse@btinternet.com
web site: http://www.coxellhouse.co.uk/


Dr Syn Guest House

Debbie and John Playford, formally of Dolly Plum Cottage Guest House, invite you to stay in this olde worlde guest house named after Dr Syn, the mythical character created by actor and author Russel Thorndike. It's located in Dymchurch town next to the Romney Hythe & Dymchurch Steam Railway, within 200 yards of the golden sandy beaches and only 15 minutes from the Eurotunnel. The house is one of the oldest buildings in Dymchurch dating back to the 1700's and has a wealth of Beamed Ceilings and open fireplaces, with spacious en-suite bedrooms that have a special charm and character.

Phone: 01303 874558
e-mail: drsyns@tiscali.co.uk
web site: www.drsynsguesthouse.co.uk/


Dymchurch Holiday Bungalow

A modern detached bungalow within 200 yards of the long sandy award winning Beach on the edge of Dymchurch village sleeping 5 plus 1.

Phone: 01708 222051
web site: www.dymchurchholiday.co.uk


Haguelands Farm Bed & Breakfast

Five star accomodation on the Romney Marsh, close to the RH&DR and ideally situated for touring the Marsh.

Phone: 01303 872273
e-mail: anne@aaclifton.ltd.uk
web site: http://www.haguelandsfarm.co.uk/


Maccassil Guest House

Find out more by visiting: http://www.maccassil.co.uk


Seabrook House

Built in the 1890’s Seabrook House is a lovely Victorian property with many of its original features preserved and set in pretty gardens. Renovated to a high standard, each spacious room has first class en-suite facilities and all are tastefully decorated in keeping with the age of elegance. Many rooms enjoy views across the Channel and around the bay to Dungeness.

  • All rooms en-suite
  • Good parking
  • T.V. in all rooms
  • Tea/coffee making facilities
  • Alarm clocks
  • Lounge and Conservatory to enjoy
  • Non smoking in all bed rooms
  • Sea views
  • Credit cards accepted
  • Ground floor rooms
  • Well located for the Hythe end of the railway with easy access from the M20.

Phone us 01303 269282
e-mail: info@seabrook-house.co.uk
web site: www.seabrook-house.co.uk


Romney Marsh Guest Houses

Local listing of guest houses in the region, all ideally situated for exploring the Romney Marsh, East Sussex and, of course, visiting the RH&DR.

web site: www.romneymarshguesthouses.co.uk


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Wanted…

Do you run an establishment that caters for visitors to the Romney Marsh? Do you want to advertise or be listed in these pages? We are planning to enhance this section of our website so that we can provide a comprehensive information service for our visitors. To be included, send your details to Romney on the Internet.


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Weather Forecasts

The Romney Marsh weather can be very different to weather found elsewhere in Kent, so we've added these links to help you plan your day more effectively:

Hythe 5 day forecast from BBC Weather
BBC Kent Weather page
Kent Online Weather for South Kent


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Further Information

For current information, last minute changes regarding times of trains and prices, or if you require further assistance from the RH&DR then:


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