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09-Jan-2006TRAINS to Tunbridge Wells can usually be joined at Charing Crossor London Bridge, although this is not always the case. Theformer is advisable currently due to the extensive building workat the latter due to the extension of the London Underground.Rail travel information is available from Tonbridge (01732770111) It is strongly advised that the availability of trains isconfirmed, especially at weekends. The ground is beyond walkingdistance for all but the most determined. A taxi or bus isadvisable. The taxi rank is directly outside the station doors;most buses in Tunbridge Wells stop in the vicinity of thestation.MOTORISTS from outside the county should travel via the M25and/or A21 to Tunbridge Wells. It is easier if one remains onthe A21 past the first turning for Tunbridge Wells andSouthborough, leaving the road instead at the Tunbridge Wells andPembury exit a few miles further on. Then, head towardsTunbridge Wells along Pembury Road. The road will, after about 3miles, descend towards a set of traffic lights. Turn left atthese and head towards Hawkenbury. On Kent first XI match days,a park and ride bus service is employed to ease congestion in thevillage and this will be signposted as appropriate. Busesshuttle to and from the ground frequently and the score isdisplayed 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 ontowards Hawkenbury and turn right into Warwick Park, shortlyafter passing the closest pub to the ground, the Spread Eagle.Those motorists using the Dartford Tunnel please note the toll isnow 1 pound.ACCOMMODATION in Tunbridge Wells can sometimes be in shortsupply; advance bookings are recommended. Accommodation guidescan be obtained by writing to the Tunbridge Wells TouristInfromation Centre at The Old Fish Market, The Pantiles,Tunbridge Wells, Kent TN2 5TN. Accommodation bookings can alsobe made through Tourist Information Centres.