Van Hire Tonbridge

Tonbridge straddles the River Medway, where medieval castle walls meet vibrant modern life. This dynamic market town balances its historic fortress and riverside setting with thriving shopping areas and excellent rail connections, serving as a key gateway to both London and the Kent countryside.

Getting Around Tonbridge

Tonbridge’s extensive road network ensures smooth connectivity to both the town’s key locations and nearby areas. The A21 Tonbridge Bypass serves as a crucial artery, facilitating swift travel to towns such as Sevenoaks and Maidstone, making it a preferred route for commuters and visitors.

The A26 weaves through the heart of Tonbridge, encompassing key routes like London Road, Quarry Hill Road and Hadlow Road. This major road links Tonbridge to surrounding towns, including Southborough. With its scenic stretches and accessibility to key amenities, the A26 is a lifeline for the town.

The A227, which includes the High Street and Shipbourne Road, is another vital connector, providing easy access to Tonbridge’s bustling town centre. It’s a popular route for those seeking to explore the town’s diverse shops and historical landmarks.

The B2017 Tudeley Road offers a quieter yet efficient path for accessing the town’s outskirts and nearby villages. Its connection to Tunbridge Wells ensures convenience for residents and visitors commuting between the two towns.

Additional local roads, such as Lower Haysden Lane, Three Elm Lane and Higham Lane, enhance Tonbridge’s accessibility. These roads are particularly valuable for navigating residential areas and enjoying the surrounding countryside, ensuring that getting around Tonbridge is a seamless experience.

Van Parking Options

For those commuting via Tonbridge Station, Car Park B Tonbridge Station | APCOA, located on Angel Lane, is a convenient option. Its 24/7 accessibility caters to early-morning and late-night travellers alike.

Several car parks serve the scenic Castle Grounds area. Lower Castle Field Car Park, situated at The Slade, is an ideal choice for exploring the castle and nearby green spaces. Just a short walk away, Castle Grounds Car Park offers another parking option with round-the-clock availability. The Upper Castle Field Car Park (Long Stay) on Bank Street is suitable for those planning extended visits, providing ample space and easy access to the surrounding attractions.

The Sovereign Way area is well-served with multiple options, including Sovereign Way North Car Park, Sovereign Way Mid Car Park and Sovereign Way East Car Park. All these facilities operate 24/7, making them perfect for shoppers and visitors to Tonbridge’s bustling town centre. Nearby, the Angel Car Park West provides similar convenience with excellent proximity to local amenities.

In the heart of Tonbridge, the Botany Car Park and Bradford Street Car Park are highly accessible options, both offering 24/7 service. Kinnings Row Car Park and Lamberts Yard Car Park are also centrally located, ensuring convenient parking for exploring the town’s shops, restaurants and historical sites. Located slightly away from the centre, the Waterloo Road Car Park provides a quieter yet equally reliable parking option, operating 24/7 to accommodate varied schedules.

Petrol Stations And Vehicle Services

Shell operates three petrol stations in Tonbridge, with the Quarry Hill Road and Branbridges Road locations open 24/7, while the Shipbourne Road station is open Mon-Sat 6AM-11PM and Sun until 10PM. The Quarry Hill Road station features a cashpoint, coffee shop and post office. BP has stations on A26 Hadlow Road (24/7) and Tonbridge Road in Hildenborough (6:30AM-10PM). Other options include Sainsbury’s at the Angel Centre (Mon-Sat 6AM-10PM, Sun 8AM-8PM), Harvest Energy on London Road (Mon-Sat 6AM-9PM, Sun 7AM-8PM) and Esso Three Elms on Hadlow Road (6AM-11PM).

Tonbridge boasts various garages such as Jaguar and Land Rover Service Centres on Woodgate Way (Mon-Fri 8AM-6PM, Sat until 1PM), Rex’s Auto Repairs (Mon-Fri 8AM-5PM) and Bromby & Evans Limited (Mon-Fri 9AM-5PM) at Cannon Bridge Industrial Estate. The top-rated Hadlow Stair Garage on Vale Road operates Mon-Fri 8AM-5:30PM and Sat until noon, while Nev’ll Fix It Ltd. Garage & MOT Centre on Morley Road is open Mon-Fri 8:30AM-5:30PM, attracting customers from Sevenoaks. Parts stores like Formula One Autocentres on Ingot Way, Halfords on Vale Road and ATS Euromaster on Sovereign Way provide tyre services and replacements with varying schedules.

Car washes in Tonbridge are plenty. P1 Hand Car Wash on Vale Road (8AM-7PM daily), IMO Car Wash on Vale Rise (Mon-Sat 8AM-6:30PM, Sun 9AM-5PM), Tonbridge Hand Car Wash on Angel Lane (Mon-Sat 8AM-6PM, Sun 9AM-4:30PM) popular among visitors from Edenbridge, BP Car Wash on A26 Hadlow Road (Mon-Sat 7AM-9PM, Sun 8AM-9PM), HSRSTORE on Woodfield Road, The Brilliant Car Cleaning Company on Fairfield Way in Hildenborough (Mon-Sat 8AM-5PM) and D Car Detailing on Cardinal Close.

Hardware Stores, Garden Centres And Storage Facilities

These are the hardware stores in town. Toolstation at Postern Industrial Estate, Vale Road (MON-FRI 7 AM-8 PM), B&Q at Great Lodge Retail Park, Southborough (MON-SAT 7 AM-8 PM, SUN 10 AM-4 PM) and Screwfix on Deacon Trading Estate. Sacred Heart Hardware in Angel Walk provides key cutting, while Robert Dyas on High Street offers hardware and courier services. Alsford at Deacon Trading Estate specialises in timber, Parker Building Supplies operates on Priory Road and Brewers Decorator Centres on Sanderson Way attracts customers from Maidstone.

Garden centres that are serving Tonbridge include Brookside on Seven Mile Lane (MON-SAT 8:30 AM-5:30 PM, SUN 10 AM-4 PM) and Corker Outdoor Living on Whetsted Road (MON-SAT 7 AM-5 PM). Additional options include Paddock Wood Garden Centre on Maidstone Road, Japanese Garden Centre on Addlestead Road and Wood Cottage Nursery in Nettlestead Green, serving visitors from Westerham. For gardening needs, Coblands Nurseries on Trench Road (MON-FRI 8 AM-4:30 PM) provides wholesale plants, while Mud Gardening on Woodside Road (MON-SAT 8 AM-8 PM) offers garden transformation services.

Storage facilities operating in Tonbridge are diverse. Shurgard at Deacon Trading Estate (MON-WED/FRI 8:30 AM-6 PM, THU until 8 PM), StorageMart and Deacon Distribution Centre on Vale Road, Tonbridge Boatyard on Barden Road (MON-SAT 9 AM-5 PM) and Big Yellow Self Storage in Tunbridge Wells.

Drive Thru, Restaurants And Shops

Two 24/7 McDonald’s locations serve the area – one on Cannon Lane offering ample parking and indoor dining and another at Dowding Way Business Park in Tunbridge Wells known for efficient service. KFC on High Street (daily 11 AM-11 PM) and Taco Bell (MON-THU 11 AM-9 PM, FRI-SUN until 10 PM) provide additional fast-food options. The Hungry Cow on Quarry Hill Road (MON-THU/SUN 12 PM-9 PM, FRI-SAT until 11 PM) offers bubble tea and burgers, while Wimpy in The Pavilion on High Street (MON-SAT 10 AM-6 PM, SUN 11 AM-5 PM) attracts families from Orpington.

The Market House on High Street (MON-WED 8 AM-4 PM, THU-SAT until 11 PM, SUN 9 AM-4 PM) serves meals throughout the day, complemented by High Street’s Starbucks Coffee, Basil and Costa Coffee at the Retail Park. Laverie by Kis Wash on Quarry Hill Road (daily 6 AM-9 PM) serves customers from Swanley with card-only service.

Waitrose & Partners on Sovereign Way (MON-SAT 7:30 AM-8 PM, SUN 10 AM-4 PM) provides premium grocery shopping with speciality departments including bakery, fish and meat counters.