The first part of today was a trip from Tenterden to Bodiam on the Kent & Easr Sussex Light Railway (K&ES). The trip to the railway was across country along some B roads, they were to say the least a bit tight and twisty in places. We arrived with not many minutes to have a look at the Tenterden station, the transfer from coach to train really did feel a bit rushed. A pity. It’s the only time this trip where the flow of the day has felt out of sync with the flow of time.
We would all, I think, have appreciated some time to explore. Anyhow, the train trip itself was lovely. Apparently the line and trains were used in Downton Abbey, that immediately endeared them to me. We went through some truly delightful countryside. Not surprising as most of the line runs through an area officially designated an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
We had a bit of time at the Bodiam end of the line. I would quite liked to have had a look at Bodiam Castle, I was surprised to hear it described as a folly due to its poor design, but remains a visually impressive building. Sadly we weren’t able to do that.
From Bodiam we went to Rye. From the way it was being spoken about I really wasn’t expecting much, but I was pleasantly surprised An interesting like town, not impressive to the eye, but one loaded with history. Luckily we had more than enough time to explore and have a cup of tea.
We ended up back at the hotel with time to relax.
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