Priory Pond, Reigate © Marathon 2012 geograph.org.uk/p/3122848

Tonbridge to Reigate Line

The Line cuts a swathe as straight as a die through rural Kent and on into Surrey. Completed in 1840 the Line, whilst providing all the facilities the modern traveller would expect to see at any rural station in the 21st century passes through some of the most historically interesting sites the South of England has to offer.

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Tonbridge Reigate

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Reigate's historic timbered buildings and shops
Leigh's picture-perfect cricket pitch and pubs
Tonbridge Castle with its fine Motte and Bailey

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The gatehouse of Tonbridge Castle © Marathon 2023 geograph.org.uk/p/7476405

Tonbridge Castle

History comes alive for young and old at Tonbridge Castle. You can see and hear what it would have been like to be a Lord or Lady 700 years ago. The castle park hosts music events and festivals throughout the year.

www.tonbridgecastle.org
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North Downs Way

The North Downs Way passes through 153 miles of stunning landscapes, making a great family day out, a short walk or bike ride, a really good ice cream or a life-changing long distance walk. 35 railway stations are located near the trail. Visitor attractions and country parks give plenty of reasons to escape stress and noise of modern urban living.

www.nationaltrail.co.uk/en_GB/trails/north-downs-way/

Barons' Sand Caves and Mine, Reigate © Dominic Alves 2010 flickr.com/photos/dominicspics/4791738920/

Reigate Caves

Reigate is well known for its 'caves', largely old sand mines. The castle mound overlooking Reigate town centre is composed of soft sandstone and has been mined over several centuries. The castle has long gone but the mound and many excavations still remain. Tours include the Barons' Cave in the Castle Grounds and the Caverns in Tunnel Road.

www.reigatecaves.com/

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Travel the railway line through rural Kent and Surrey. Completed in 1842, the line is parallel to the North Downs Way through historic towns and castles and beautiful walking country.

Tim Sparrow Awarded MBE

The Southeast Communities Rail Partnership (SCRP), which works to link local communities with their railway, has welcomed the award of an MBE to one of its longstanding volunteer directors, Tim Sparro...