Transport to the Nevill Ground
09-Jan-2006
TRAINS to Tunbridge Wells can usually be joined at Charing Cross
or London Bridge, although this is not always the case. The
former is advisable currently due to the extensive building work
at the latter due to the extension of the London Underground.
Rail travel information is available from Tonbridge (01732
770111) It is strongly advised that the availability of trains is
confirmed, especially at weekends. The ground is beyond walking
distance for all but the most determined. A taxi or bus is
advisable. The taxi rank is directly outside the station doors;
most buses in Tunbridge Wells stop in the vicinity of the
station.
MOTORISTS from outside the county should travel via the M25
and/or A21 to Tunbridge Wells. It is easier if one remains on
the A21 past the first turning for Tunbridge Wells and
Southborough, leaving the road instead at the Tunbridge Wells and
Pembury exit a few miles further on. Then, head towards
Tunbridge Wells along Pembury Road. The road will, after about 3
miles, descend towards a set of traffic lights. Turn left at
these and head towards Hawkenbury. On Kent first XI match days,
a park and ride bus service is employed to ease congestion in the
village and this will be signposted as appropriate. Buses
shuttle to and from the ground frequently and the score is
displayed in the car park for latecomers.
(price: 1 pound per person, single or return, as of 1996).
Those actually heading for the ground itself should continue on
towards Hawkenbury and turn right into Warwick Park, shortly
after passing the closest pub to the ground, the Spread Eagle.
Those motorists using the Dartford Tunnel please note the toll is
now 1 pound.
ACCOMMODATION in Tunbridge Wells can sometimes be in short
supply; advance bookings are recommended. Accommodation guides
can be obtained by writing to the Tunbridge Wells Tourist
Infromation Centre at The Old Fish Market, The Pantiles,
Tunbridge Wells, Kent TN2 5TN. Accommodation bookings can also
be made through Tourist Information Centres.