Next Service Day: Tomorrow, 16 August 2025 VIEW TIMETABLE
Next Service Day: Tomorrow, 16 August 2025 VIEW TIMETABLE
The Spa Valley Railway is more than just a scenic ride – it’s a fully working heritage railway that connects Tunbridge Wells, Groombridge, High Rocks, and Eridge, preserving a vital piece of Kent and Sussex history. But keeping the line alive takes more than steam and steel – it takes support from people who believe in the power of community, history, and connection.
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Maintaining a heritage railway is a massive challenge. From engine overhauls to track repairs, station upkeep to insurance, costs add up fast. Unlike modern train operators, we receive no government funding. Every train we run, every restoration project we undertake, and every smile on a visitor’s fac
Donate nowFrom the beautifully restored Tunbridge Wells West station, through the charming High Rocks halt, the historic surroundings of Groombridge, and the scenic destination of Eridge, the Spa Valley Railway is stitched into the fabric of the region. Each station tells its own story – and together they form a unique journey through local heritage.
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Many of the locomotives, carriages, and buildings you see on our line are over a century old. Your donation helps us preserve these for future generations – not in museums, but in motion. It also supports educational visits, school trips, and special events that bring history to life for thousands of children and adults every year.
Donate nowThe railway brings footfall and fun to local communities, supporting cafés, pubs, shops, and family attractions along the route. We’re proud to play a part in the economy and culture of the Weald, helping turn a simple day out into a memorable experience for visitors of all ages.
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Spa Valley Railway is run entirely by passionate volunteers. When you donate, you’re not covering salaries – you’re directly funding the work that keeps the trains running. From maintaining the track to restoring locomotives and improving station facilities, every pound helps power our future.
Donate nowWhether you have fond memories of visiting as a child, brought your family for a day out, or simply admire what we stand for, we invite you to help us protect this incredible piece of local history. Your donation will help ensure that steam and diesel engines continue to run through Tunbridge Wells, High Rocks, Groombridge, and Eridge for generations to come.
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