# Spa Valley Railway, Tunbridge Wells — Opening Hours, Reviews & Visitor Info > Climb aboard heritage steam locomotives for scenic journeys through the Kent countryside, with special character-themed days perfect for young rail enthusiasts and families seeking a nostalgic adventure. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/tunbridge-wells/attractions/spa-valley-railway (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. Railways & Transport # Spa Valley Railway Tunbridge Wells West Station [View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=10305701034816567638&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Photo: [Tim Gregson](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/105453866155471134741) **In short:** Spa Valley Railway is an attraction in Tunbridge Wells, rated 4.6 out of 5 from 1,699 Google reviews. Details checked 1 September 2026 · source: Google Places ## About Spa Valley Railway Climb aboard heritage steam locomotives for scenic journeys through the Kent countryside, with special character-themed days perfect for young rail enthusiasts and families seeking a nostalgic adventure. ## What's nearby - Smith & Western next door - Lidl next door - Sainsbury's 150m away - Sainsbury's Petrol Station 150m away Distances as the crow flies, via Google ## Good to know ### Parking - ✓Free car park - ✓Paid car park - ✓Paid street ### Accessibility - ✓Accessible parking - ✓Accessible entrance - ✓Accessible seating ### Payment - ✓Contactless Details via Google — worth confirming with the attraction before you travel, especially for access needs. ## Photos Photos via Google ## Opening hours **Monday** Closed **Tuesday** Closed **Wednesday** Closed **Thursday** Closed **Friday** Closed **Saturday** 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM **Sunday** 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM Current hours may differ from the usual schedule above (e.g. holidays) — check Google Maps for today's hours. ## What visitors say [Duncan Moore](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/110628698330154547776/reviews) ★★★★★ I recently enjoyed the Gin & Steam experience and it was a wonderful way to spend an afternoon. The price include three artisan gins, a mixer and a slice of cake, all of which are served in one of the train's lovingly restored dining cars. Of course the best bit is that it all takes place aboard a restored steam train and what boy (no matter how old) doesn't enjoy that? You also get enough time to get off and explore the heritage stations along the route, which is an added bonus. I'm now looking forward to trying the Whiskey and steam experience and the cheese tasting train. · via Google [Ian rodber](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/107326530853091965341/reviews) ★★★★★ Absolutely amazing from start to finish. Literally from the moment we arrived to the moment we left we where all im complete amazement. Couldn't be happier with the staff the train and the journey Absolutely incredible well done . Polar express you were simply wonderful. · via Google [Nigel Thompson](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/101606154115099116688/reviews) ★★★★★ Went on the cheese trip. An absolute must for cheese lovers. Excellent value beautiful steam train and the best English cheeses served at the perfect temperature and in really sumptuous surroundings while chuffing through the Kent country side. Perfect will be going again soon. · via Google [Annie Miller](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/111368125681154413521/reviews) ★★★★★ Lovely and fully accessible the staff were incrediby helpful and the trip was comfortable and its the first steam railway I haven't had to sit in the guards van as a wheelchair user, I was in a carriage sat at a table · via Google [See all reviews on Google →](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m4!3m3!1s0x47df444777e62dcb:0x8f05347d3d9df956!9m1!1b1?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Visitors say this heritage railway offers a magical steam train experience, with popular themed events like the Polar Express and cheese trains. They also highlight the excellent value for money and the friendly, knowledgeable staff who are often volunteers. Guests mention the clean facilities, including restrooms, and the convenient parking options. Summary via Google ## At a glance **Address** West Station, Tunbridge Wells, TN2 5QY [Get directions](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=51.1237750%2C0.2533110) **Category** Railways & Transport **Guest rating** 4.6 / 5 (1,699 reviews) **Suitable for** All Ages **Setting** Indoor & outdoor **Good for children** Yes **Destination** Tunbridge Wells [More attractions in Tunbridge Wells](https://staycation.co.uk/tunbridge-wells/attractions) ★ 4.6 (1,699 reviews) [Visit official website](https://www.spavalleyrailway.co.uk?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=attraction) [01892 300141](tel:01892300141) (please mention staycation.co.uk when calling) ### Quick Facts **Destination** Tunbridge Wells **Postcode** TN2 5QY **Payment** Contactless **Plus Code** 9F3247F3+G8 [Directions ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/dir//''/data=!4m7!4m6!1m1!4e2!1m2!1m1!1s0x47df444777e62dcb:0x8f05347d3d9df956!3e0?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) [More photos on Google ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m3!3m2!1s0x47df444777e62dcb:0x8f05347d3d9df956!10e5?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) [Write a review ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m3!3m2!1s0x47df444777e62dcb:0x8f05347d3d9df956!12e1?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) ### 🏨 Places to stay near Tunbridge Wells Hotels, B&Bs and self-catering on Booking.com, with live prices. 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Spa Valley Railway has a wheelchair-accessible entrance. ### Is there parking at Spa Valley Railway? Yes: free car park, paid car park and paid street parking. ### How do I contact Spa Valley Railway? Call Spa Valley Railway on +44 1892 300141. ## Stay near Spa Valley Railway [Holiday cottages nearby 62](https://staycation.co.uk/near/spa-valley-railway/cottages) [Campsites nearby 43](https://staycation.co.uk/near/spa-valley-railway/camping) [Hotels and B&Bs nearby 14](https://staycation.co.uk/near/spa-valley-railway/hotels) ## More near Spa Valley Railway ### Hotels & B&Bs nearby - [Smith And Western ★ 4.2 · next door](https://staycation.co.uk/royal-tunbridge-wells/hotels/smith-and-western) - [One Warwick Park Hotel ★ 4.4 · 0.3 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/royal-tunbridge-wells/hotels/one-warwick-park-hotel) - [Travelodge Tunbridge Wells ★ 3.3 · 0.5 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/royal-tunbridge-wells/hotels/travelodge-tunbridge-wells) - [Mount Edgcumbe ★ 4.5 · 0.5 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/royal-tunbridge-wells/hotels/mount-edgcumbe) ### Holiday cottages nearby - [Sawmill Cottage 0.2 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/royal-tunbridge-wells/cottages/sawmill-cottage-m375510) - [Lower Pantiles Apartment 0.3 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/royal-tunbridge-wells/cottages/lower-pantiles-apartment-m80818) - [The House at One Warwick Park 0.4 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/royal-tunbridge-wells/cottages/the-house-at-one-warwick-park-uk35078) - [Dragon Pad 1.0 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/royal-tunbridge-wells/cottages/dragon-pad-uk46422) ### Campsites nearby - [Adamswell Scout Campsite ★ 4.5 · 1.9 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/kent/camping/adamswell-scout-campsite) - [Yamp Camp Deer Park ★ 4.6 · 3.0 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/eridge/camping/yamp-camp-deer-park) - [Glamping At Honnington Farm ★ 4.8 · 3.1 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/tunbridge-wells/camping/glamping-at-honnington-farm) - [Caracol Glamping ★ 5.0 · 3.4 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/tunbridge-wells/camping/caracol-glamping) ### Things to do nearby - [Grosvenor Park ★ 4.6 · 1.7 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/tunbridge-wells/attractions/grosvenor-park) - [Tunbridge Wells Sports Centre ★ 3.8 · 1.8 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/tunbridge-wells/attractions/tunbridge-wells-sports-centre) - [Amazon Adventure Tunbridge Wells ★ 4.5 · 2.3 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/tunbridge-wells/attractions/amazon-adventure-tunbridge-wells) - [Chimera Climbing Centre ★ 4.7 · 2.3 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/tunbridge-wells/attractions/chimera-climbing-centre)