Southeastern offering train tickets for £5 as part of Kent Big Weekend
10,000 Advance tickets available for just £5 across Southeastern trains on 5th and 6th April
People exploring Kent, East Sussex and London by train can benefit from Advance tickets for just £5 as part of the Southeastern Network Weekend this April.
Some 10,000 Advance tickets for travel on Saturday 5th and Sunday 6th April will go on sale this week. This special promotion coincides with Visit Kent’s Kent Big Weekend, which will see hundreds of attractions and businesses offering free tickets for residents to get out and explore their county.
The Network Weekend was inspired by the popular offers run by Network SouthEast in the 80s and 90s and comes as communities across the UK celebrate the history of the railway through Railway 200.
The tickets will be available exclusively through the Southeastern website and app from Saturday 22nd March to Friday 28th March from and customers can purchase multiple tickets to get greater value for money.
Steve White, Managing Director at Southeastern said: “We know that many of our customers love exploring Kent’s stunning scenery, heritage sites, and attractions. To celebrate 200 years of the railway and to tie in with Kent Big Weekend in April, we’re delighted to launch The Southeastern Network Weekend – offering 10,000 Advance train tickets for just £5 each.
“For those lucky enough to have won tickets through Kent Big Weekend, this is a great opportunity to let the train take the strain and travel sustainably at a reduced price. And for those who haven’t, our Southeastern Network Weekend promotion makes it easier than ever to discover Kent’s incredible destinations without having to drive.”
Southeastern’s extensive network covers vibrant towns and cities such as Canterbury, Ashford, Maidstone, and Rochester, as well as scenic countryside and coastal destinations like Margate, Hastings, Broadstairs, and Whitstable. The Southeastern Network Weekend supports regional tourism and economic growth while encouraging sustainable travel at a highly competitive price.
Deirdre Wells OBE, Chief Executive Officer at Visit Kent said: “We are delighted to be partnering with Southeastern for this year’s Kent Big Weekend. In addition to being able to secure free tickets to many of the top attractions in Kent, this partnership allows Kent residents to avail of £5 train tickets throughout the weekend.
“This is a unique opportunity to give our residents the opportunity to enjoy all that is on Kent’s doorstep. It’s great value and sustainable too! What better way to celebrate the 200th anniversary of the Railway - get on board!”
Customers requiring assistance or accessibility support can contact Southeastern Customer Services or visit a Southeastern ticket office. As with all Advance tickets, terms and conditions apply, and tickets are only available on selected routes.
For more information and to book tickets from 22 March, visit www.southeasternrailway.co.uk or download the Southeastern app.
