The Glamping Coach at Bodiam Station offers a peaceful and family friendly glamping experience in a restored 1960s railway carriage. Set next to Bodiam station, you can sit and unwind on your private terrace as you watch the steam train pass by Bodiam Castle, only a five minute walk away. The carriage is in a great location, in the High Weald AONB, perfect for those wanting to explore the area and have a truly relaxing holiday with the family.

Unique restored 1960s railway carriage with countryside views of vineyards and hop gardens

Watch steam trains pass by Bodiam Castle from your own private decking!

Only a 20 minute drive from the towns of Rye, Hastings and Battle

About The Glamping Coach at Bodiam Station

A family friendly restored railway carriage in the High Weald Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, watch the steam train pass by Bodiam Castle from your private decking. The carriage is from a British Railways Mark 1 coach and has been lovingly restored with soft furnishings to make you feel at home. Sleeping five, the carriage is ideal for a family getaway in the East Sussex countryside. The master bedroom has a double bed and ensuite for that extra bit of luxury! There is another bedroom with two single beds, a living area with a TV and sofa bed, a fully equipped kitchen as well as an additional bathroom. All bedding is provided. The kitchen is fitted with an oven, induction hob and microwave so you can cook up a hearty meal for the family. For when the sun is setting, there is a private decking where you can take in the countryside views of former Guinness hop gardens and various vineyards whilst you cook your dinner on the BBQ, or sip your glass of wine from the deck chairs. Watch as the trains chug past on their way to Tenterden, you can even hop on and visit the 'Jewel of the Weald' for yourselves! With up to five trains a day, you can't miss it! Bodiam Castle is only a short walk away so why not explore the National Trust site and its heritage? Or wander the streets of Battle, Rye or Hastings, all close to the carriage. The private decking has a BBQ area, but sorry no campfires. Sorry, no pets or children under 12 as the site is too close to a working railway line.

The Glamping Coach at Bodiam Station is open from 01/03 to 31/10 in 2024 and 2025.


Facilities and amenities

Inside the railway carriage are two bathrooms, one ensuite. There is a fully equipped kitchen with an oven, induction hob and microwave.

In the living area there is a TV and WiFi throughout the carriage. Outside is a picnic and BBQ area.

The nearest pub is The Castle Inn just a five minute walk from the carriage, the nearest shop is a Londis just a five minute drive from the site.

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Adult only

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Allow commercial vans

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Allow pets

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Bike hire

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Café / restaurant

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Communal BBQ

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Disabled facilities

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Drinking water

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Electric hookups

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Entertainment

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Family friendly

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Fires allowed

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Fishing

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Games room

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Glamping

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Golf

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Horse riding

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Hot tub

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Internet access

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Kids club

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Kids playground

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Laundry

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Near beach

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Near pub

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Open year round

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Peaceful

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RV pitches

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Shop

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Showers

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Swimming pool

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Toilets

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TV room

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Vineyard

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Water hookups

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Watersports

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W.C. disposal


A note from the site themselves...

Don't feel you have to be a railway enthusiast to enjoy this quirky setting! Most of our guests arrive not holding any interest in steam railways but do seem to enjoy heritage, gardens, countryside, walks, good pubs and travel, all of which can be accessed from the Bodiam Coach.

We will leave you masses of information about visits and days out in the local area. If needed, we are on hand to offer advice or make suggestions as to how to spend your days. You can make your stay as quiet or as active as you wish!We hope to see you soon, Bryan and the team


Map and address

Park address

The Glamping Coach at Bodiam Station,

Bodiam Railway Station, Main Street, Bodiam, Robertsbridge, Sussex, TN32 5UD

Coordinates

50.9966, 0.5388 | TQ 78 25

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The Glamping Coach at Bodiam Station is ideal for...

Older children (13+)

Peace and quiet


There are 1 accommodation options on-site

Bookable pitches and accommodation options

Railway Carriage

Max 5 people

Vintage railway carriage with a double bed, two singles and a sofa bed. Equipped with a TV and WiFi, inside is a fully equipped kitchen, living area, ensuite and bathroom. Outside is a private decking with a BBQ area and picnic bench.

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FAQ

Self check-in is available from 3pm. The site will send you arrival instructions including codes to the gates and coach prior to your stay. Check out is due at 10am.

No sorry, due to being near a working railway, the site does not allow dogs.

Yes, there is a designated area for BBQs. Campfires are not allowed.

Yes, there is WiFi across the carriage.


There is plenty to do around the glamping coach, with gorgeous countryside views you don't have to leave! You can cook up a family meal in the kitchen or outside on the BBQ.

From the carriage you can see former Guinness hop gardens and various vineyards, definitely worth an explore for a bit of history on the area and some tasting! The River Rother is also only a ten minute walk away so take a stroll along the banks as you spot the nesting wildlife.

If you wish to explore the area, Bodiam Castle (5 minute walk) is a national trust site where you can explore the insides of the medieval castle, walk around the moat or explore the surrounding habitats. Whilst you're there, why not pop into the tea room or the gift shop for some souvenirs.

The seaside town of Hastings (30 minutes) is worth a visit, stroll along the promenade, pick up some fish and chips to enjoy on the beach or meander the quaint streets of the Old Town. Or take the train to Tenterden, the "Jewel of the Weald"!

Other nearby attractions include:

  • Pashley Manor Gardens (15 minutes)
  • Battle (15 minutes)
  • Bewl Water (20 minutes)
  • Bedgebry National Pinetum and Forest (20 minutes)
  • Rye (20 minutes)
The listing for The Glamping Coach at Bodiam Station was last updated on November 7th, 2024 at 12:27 AM

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