Newenden Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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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Castle Toll Remains of motte and bailey are in evidence as well as larger earthworks believed to have been made in pre-Roman times. Its position on raised ground between the Rother and Hexden Channel afforded a good look out point down the then tidal river. The site is believed to be the one Alfred the Great fortified in 892 when the Vikings invaded and occupied the Isle of Oxney. The fort may well have been used into medieval times when it was still possible for the French to sail up the river to Robertsbridge and burn it down. If you look very hard and very close you may spot a fox on the earthworks observing my activities.
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ORIDA Maidstone Hotel

ORIDA Maidstone Hotel

3 out of 5
Bearsted Rd Maidstone England
The price is Rp1.423.449 per night from 30 Mar to 31 Mar
Rp1.423.449
Rp1.708.139 total
30 Mar - 31 Mar
includes taxes & fees
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! (1,271 reviews)
The hotel was good location, lovely and helpful staff. The only downside is the hotel is old and could do with a refurbishment.

Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026

ORIDA Maidstone Hotel
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 Rp1.414.289 per night from 29 Mar to 30 Mar
Rp1.414.289
Rp1.697.147 total
29 Mar - 30 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! (933 reviews)
Lovely and luxurious

Reviewed on 12 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 Rp1.329.225 per night from 29 Mar to 30 Mar
Rp1.329.225
Rp1.595.070 total
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.
Extraordinary Huts
White Hart Netherfield

White Hart Netherfield

2 out of 5
Darwell Hill Battle England
Stay at this aparthotel in Battle. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attractions Battle Golf Club and Gardens and Battle Museum of Local History ...
White Hart Netherfield
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Popular places to visit

One of the many gardens around the estate

Sissinghurst Castle and Garden

4.5/5(27 reviews)

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

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

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

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

Things to do

Sussex Heritage Coast - Online Self Guided Road Trip Plan

Sussex Heritage Coast - Online Self Guided Road Trip Plan

Rp297.825
per traveller
Sussex Heritage Coast - Online Self Guided Road Trip Plan
Battle Abbey Gatehouse

1066 Battle of Hastings Guided Tour

Rp3.439.084
per adult
1066 Battle of Hastings Guided Tour
Leeds Castle, Canterbury & White Cliffs

Leeds Castle, Canterbury & White Cliffs

Rp20.578.020
per traveller
Leeds Castle, Canterbury & White Cliffs
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Cities near Newenden

Down by the River Rother

Wittersham