Eastbourne and Romantic Railways

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Eastbourne and Romantic Railways

5 Days Starting and ending in Eastbourne, UK

Visiting: Eastbourne, Kent, Tenterden, Bluebell Railway - (Sheffield Park, Station), National Trust - Sheffield Park & Garden

Tour operator:

Shearings

Tour code:

werr

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Physical rating:

Low

Age range:

6-99

Special diets catered:

Vegetarians

Tour operated in:

English

From:

$626

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Tour Overview

Take in the great British countryside from a unique perspective on this fantastic holiday! Join us for a scenic ride aboard the beautifully resorted coaches of the Kent and East Sussex Railway, and enjoy a nostalgic journey on the picturesque Bluebell Railway. With other highlights including National Trust’s Sheffield Park Gardens and a trip to Tenterden, this tour promises plenty of memories.

Highlights

Take in the great British countryside from a unique perspective on this fantastic holiday!
Join us for a scenic ride aboard the beautifully resorted coaches of the Kent and East Sussex Railway, and enjoy a nostalgic journey on the picturesque Bluebell Railway
Bluebell Railway -One of the first preserved heritage lines in the country, a number of the stations were built in the traditional 'Queen Anne' style, and Horsted Keynes has regularly been featured on television and in films including Downton Abbey and Churchill's Secret.

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Itinerary

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Day 1 : Arrive Eastbourne

Location: Eastbourne

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: 3-star Burlington or 2-Star Majestic Hotel or Imperial Hotel

Meals Included: Dinner

Local departure by coach or Home Connect service, then on to Eastbourne and our hotel for four nights.

Day 2 : Kent And East Sussex Railway

Location: Kent, Tenterden, Eastbourne

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: 3-star Burlington or 2-Star Majestic Hotel or Imperial Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Journey on the Kent and East Sussex Railway, passing through the beautiful Wealden scenery. England's finest rural light railway allows visitors to experience travel from a bygone era, aboard beautifully restored coaches and locomotives dating from the Victorian times.

We will have time in picturesque Tenterden, known as the 'Jewel of the Weald', before returning to Eastbourne.

Day 3 : Day At Leisure Or Brighton

Location: Eastbourne

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: 3-star Burlington or 2-Star Majestic Hotel or Imperial Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Relax in Eastbourne and enjoy the fresh air, sandy beaches and Victorian pier.

Or, why not join our optional excursion to Brighton? This popular seaside resort is busting with attractions, such as the extravagant pavilion and beautiful pebbled beach. The historic Lanes date back to the late 16th century, and this quirky labyrinth of streets is filled with interesting shops, beautiful jewellers, and plenty of places to eat.

Day 4 : Bluebell Railway And National Trust’S Sheffield Park Gardens

Location: Bluebell Railway - (Sheffield Park, Station), National Trust - Sheffield Park & Garden

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: 3-star Burlington or 2-Star Majestic Hotel or Imperial Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Trip on the Bluebell Railway – a beautiful name for a beautiful journey. One of the first preserved heritage lines in the country, a number of the stations were built in the traditional 'Queen Anne' style, and Horsted Keynes has regularly been featured on television and in films including Downton Abbey and Churchill's Secret.

We continue on to the National Trust’s Sheffield Park Garden. This magnificent garden was laid out in the 18th century by ‘Capability’ Brown.

Day 5 : Return Home

Location: Eastbourne

Meals Included: Breakfast

Return home.

What's Included

Accommodation

As detailed in the itinerary
Additional Services

Travel from a wide range of joining points across the UK is included within your coach holiday price; some carry a supplement. Please contact us for our full list of joining points.
Meals

As detailed in the itinerary
Transport

Comfortable, air-conditioned motorcoach
Porterage at Hotels

What's Not Included

Airport Transfers at Destination
Insurance
International Travel

Accommodation

You will stay for four nights at the 3-star Burlington, 2-Star Majestic Hotel or Imperial Hotel in Eastbourne.

Check out our Q&As

Are airport transfers included in this tour?

No
Is the tour coach air conditioned?

Yes
Will I know the names and details of all the accommodation before I depart?

Yes
Will there be an escort accompanying this tour?

You can be assured of a high level of service and reliability from our expert-trained coach crews, who will be on hand to assist and escort you along the way
What is the fitness level required to do this tour?

Low

Are children permitted to take part in the tour?

Yes, 6 years or above
Is there any free time to explore places during the tour?

As detailed in the itinerary
Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?

Yes
Is there a limit to luggage that can be brought on the tour?

Your allowance is one medium sized suitcase per person, which should weigh no more than 20kg when full. Hand luggage should be stored in the overhead racks aboard the coach.

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Jun 30, 2025 - Jul 04, 2025

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