LOCAL TAXI FIRMS
As we are in a rural area with few taxi firms, we would strongly advise that you make arrangements well in advance! We recommend contacting the following local drivers:
Pathfinder Private Hire, Hawkhurst
Paul: 07938 806 897
paul.channer85@outlook.com
Yozi Private Hire, Hawkhurst (up to 6 seater)
Prue: 07399 162 330
prue@timebusterswadhurst.co.uk
(also offers chauffeured tours and up to a 8-seater carrier)
07785 112 021
book@elbaprivatehire.com
Boaz: 07837 064 853 (whatsapp)
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TRAIN
The nearest stations are Etchingham and Staplehurst, with direct services from/to London:
- London Bridge, Waterloo East, Charing Cross -
Both stations also offer connecting services to the Coast, Canterbury and beyond.
Etchingham is closer but there is no taxi rank at the station so you will need to prebook. Staplehurst has a taxi rank (MTC) and limited bus services to the house (Arriva 5).
BUS
There is a bus stop 50m from the house
Hawkhurst Fairlands with the following services:
Arriva 5 (Mon - Sat only, no evening service)
Sandhurst - Maidstone (via the village, Cranbrook, Staplehurst)
Stagecoach 349 (Mon - Sun, every 2 hours)
Cranbrook - Hastings (via Bodiam Castle)
You can also catch the bus from Hawkhurst to Battle (304/305) and Tunbridge Wells (249)