Darent Valley train crossing viaduct

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Mount Vineyard, Darent Valley
Countryside views along the Darent Valley

Scenic views

Darent Valley

Sevenoaks – Swanley

The picturesque Darent Valley line connects Swanley and Sevenoaks, stopping at four stations along the way.

Your journey starts at the historic market town of Sevenoaks, make sure you explore Knole, a 600 year old estate in an exquisite medieval deer park.

Further along the line you can explore Sevenoaks Wildlife Reserve, accessible from Bat & Ball Station. Otford is the next stop and was once home to one of the biggest palaces in England.

Explore pretty Shoreham village, the ideal place for setting off on a country walk or take time out and try your hand at wine tasting at the award-winning Mount Vineyard.

Leave the train at Eynsford Station where you have the chance to explore the remains of Eynsford Castle and Lullingtone Roman Villa.

The last stop brings us to Swanley station, the perfect place to enjoy a craft beer at the Cotton Mill Micropub or explore Swanley Park with its boating lake, aquapark and mini railway, around a 30 minute walk from the station.

Expand your visit and explore the area as part of our countryside, capital and coast itineraries here.

About this line

Route

Sevenoaks – Swanley

Journey time

20 mins

Cost

£6.70 Off-Peak Day Return

Distance

11 mile | 17.7 km

Stations on this line:

  • Sevenoaks
  • Bat & Ball
  • Otford
  • Shoreham (Kent)
  • Eynsford
  • Swanley

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