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The Railway Inn in Galmpton, England

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From$88 /night
Check-in
12Sept
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13Sept
Rooms and Guests2 Guests, 1 Room
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About the Property

Dartmouth Road, Churston Ferrers, Galmpton, TQ5 0LL
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Close to the beach
Great
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19th-century inn next to Churston Station for steam train rides

Amenities & On-Site Facilities

The Railway Inn sits directly beside Churston Station, where guests catch a steam train to Kingswear. Free parking is available on-site, along with a beer garden and outdoor furniture for warmer days. Guests also have access to extensive leisure activities including mini golf and fishing.

Guest Rooms

Each of the six guest rooms offers a king-size bed and an en suite bathroom with either a bath or a shower. Rooms include a Freeview plasma TV and an iPod dock for entertainment. Superior Triple Rooms and Deluxe Double Rooms with Shower provide extra space and additional amenities.

Dining & Bar

The on-site restaurant serves lunch and evening menus featuring dishes cooked to order, with real ales and fine wines available at the bar. A Sunday roast dinner is offered weekly, and a buffet breakfast is included in the room rate. Kids' meals and special diet menus are available upon request.

Location & Nearby Attractions

The hotel is a 5-minute drive from Paignton and 6 miles from Torquay, with direct bus routes to both towns. Churston Station offers steam train rides to Kingswear, where a ferry crosses to Dartmouth. Nearby beaches include Churston Cove and Broadsands Beach, both within a short drive.

Family-Friendly & Activities

Family rooms accommodate up to four guests, and children's menus are available in the restaurant. Outdoor activities such as kayaking, diving, and horse riding are accessible within a few miles of the hotel. Themed dinner nights and bingo are offered periodically for entertainment.

Highlights

Location: Adjacent to Churston Station for steam train rides

Parking: Free on-site parking

Dining: Restaurant with real ales, Sunday roast, and kids' meals

Rooms: King-size beds with Freeview TV and iPod dock

Activities: Mini golf, fishing, kayaking, diving nearby

Family: Family rooms and kids' menus

Must-do experiences

  • Stroll through the charming Galmpton Village and admire its historic charm.
  • Enjoy fresh seafood at the nearby Steam Packet Inn by the river.
  • Visit the Galmpton Heritage Centre for local history and artifacts.
  • Discover the local art scene at the nearby Torquay Museum.
  • Take a scenic walk along the South West Coast Path for stunning views.

Select your room type

The Railway Inn features a range of room types across England, from double and family rooms to suites, with breakfast, free cancellation, and special offers included
  • Double Room Private Bathroom
    2 persons
    14 m²
    1 King-size bed
    Bathtub
    Shower
  • Superior Quadruple Room
    2 persons
    19 m²
    2 Single beds or 1 Queen-size bed
    Bathtub
    Shower
  • Superior Triple Room
    2 persons
    20 m²
    1 King-size bed and 1 Sofa bed
    Bathtub
    Shower
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Facilities

The Railway Inn provides amenities to make your stay in England comfortable and memorable
Facilities: Very good
7.8/10Review score

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • No pets allowed
  • 24-hour security
  • Luggage storage
  • Coffee shop
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key access

Sports & Fitness

  • Wind surfing
  • Diving
  • Snorkelling
  • Canoeing
  • Hiking
  • Horseback riding
  • Cycling
  • Golf course
  • Fishing

Guest Parking

  • Public parking is possible on site for free.

Services

  • Housekeeping
  • Welcome drink
  • Happy hour

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Dinner
  • Special diet menus

Children

  • Children's menu

Spa & Leisure

  • Beach access
  • Garden area

Room features

  • Free Wi-Fi in rooms
  • Heating
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities

Media

  • AM/FM alarm clock
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The Railway Inn: Location in England

Dartmouth Road, Churston Ferrers, Galmpton, TQ5 0LL
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Getting around England
  • City Centre
    Galmpton 10 min  ·  800 m
  • Airports
    Exeter International (EXT) 74 min  ·  48.8 km
  • Bus
    Bus stop 14 min  ·  9 km
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 14:00-21:00
Check-out
until 10 am
Guest Parking
Public parking is possible on site for free.
Internet
Wireless internet is available in the hotel rooms for free.
Children & extra beds
There are no cots provided in a room.  There are no extra beds provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Number of rooms:
6
Former name
The Weary Ploughman - Inn

Guest Reviews and Ratings

What previous guests said about staying at The Railway Inn.
Review score
Based on 236 verified reviews
8.1 /10
Great
84 %
Recommend
Cleanliness
8.3/10
Comfort
8.3/10
Facilities
7.8/10
Free WiFi
8.8/10
Location
8.5/10
Staff
9.2/10
Value for money
8.3/10
Pros
Friendly staff
Excellent food
Spacious rooms
Cons
Maintenance issues
Outdated decor
Inconsistent breakfast
Guest reviews
based on 447 reviews
8.0/10
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