1.
I'm French; do you think it is possible to get to New Romney
easily?
Of course! Actually, New Romney is not far from the Eurostar
Station Ashford International. You can take the Eurostar
from Paris or Lille and then take the bus from Ashford to
New Romney.
2. What can I do in the evenings, after a
long and busy day on the beach?
There is always something to do in New Romney. You can either
visit one of the traditional local pubs or enjoy British or
Tandoori cuisine.
If you are more into clubbing, dance the night away in Ashford
or Folkestone. For more information about activities and events
in the New Romney area please visit www.newromney.net
3. We don't have a car, so what can we do during
our holidays? There are a lot of activities close to the Renaissance
Hotel: take the mini train, go surfing, kiting, water skiing,
sailing, fishing, walking or go the beautiful sandy beach
located only 10 minutes from the New Romney high street.
Furthermore you can rent a bicycle from the High Street or take
the bus to a lot of nice places around there. See Leisure
and Sightseeing.
4. I never heard of New Romney, what are the nearest
cities around there?
Folkestone and Ashford.
In Ashford you will find the international railway station
with the Euro Tunnel and there are a lot of shopping facilities
there including one of the famous English designer outlet
centres.
Folkestone is a nice typical port and from New Romney it is
easy to visit the famous city of Dover by bus.
5. How can I get there?
If you click on the location link
on our homepage you will see all the information needed regarding
directions by car, rail, bus, coach and plane.
6. How much is the ticket to go from London to New
Romney?
That depends on the fare you use (railcards, cheap tickets)
and to which rail station you are travelling (Ashford or Folkestone).
Please check fares with the train companies.
7. How long does it take by public transport or car
to go there from London?
By train and bus you need about 2 hours and by car it's only
1.5 hours from London.
8. I am very interested in history, what can I see
there?
There are a lot of old churches and historical pubs in the
area (New Romney, Hythe, Lydd, Dymchurch). You can also visit
the Royal Military canal in Hythe (this was a dug during the
Napoleonic era (1804-15) as a defensive measure against a
possible French invasion.) New Romney also house vests the
Romney, Hythe and Dymchurch Railway headquarters, which is
definitely worth a visit.
9. How much does a pint cost in a local pub?
A pint will cost you around 2.50 pounds. Come and find out…!
10. My girlfriend and I are both surfers. Are there
any possibilities to rent a surfboard?
Just contact the local water sport club. They will be very
pleased to help you with your requests.
11. Is New Romney safe?
New Romney is a very small village, so everybody knows each
other and everybody looks out for each other.
12. I want to go on a self-catering holiday in New
Romney? Is there a supermarket nearby?
Yes, there is a brand-new Sainsbury’s located on the
New Romney High Street and there are many other small shops
to fit all of your needs.
13. Where can I find more information and details
about New Romney when I have arrived?
The tourist information will be pleased to answer all your
questions