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Take a step back in time with a visit to the annual 1940's weekend – experience the 40's lifestyle as the railway turns back the clock to wartime Britain. Listen out for the unmistakeable sound of the Spitfire. Why not join in the fun and come in your own 1940's finery!
Enjoy live music at Tenterden and Bodiam, a 1940 pop-up tea room at Bodiam, Vintage stalls, period civilian and military vehicles, 40's hairstyling and keep a look out for 'Viv the Spiv' with his black market goods!
Freedom tickets include unlimited train travel on the day of your visit. Collect your free identity card before immersing yourself in the nostalgic 40's atmosphere created by the reenactors, live performers and authentic 1940's displays. A variety of attractions are planned for each station, and reenactors and 1940's singers will be performing throughout the weekend.
Activities at Tenterden Station
These include singing from popular 40's group 'My Favourite Things' (Saturday), 'The Ruby Sisterz' (Sunday) and 'Swingtime Sweethearts' (Sunday), with energetic dancing from the 'Cinque Ports Lindy Hoppers'. Visit vintage stalls selling authentic 40's clothes and accessories and perhaps book an appointment with the guest hairdresser and barber to complete your 1940's makeover (additional cost applies).
Visit the RAF station operations room to see how the plotting table would have been operated during the Battle of Britain and learn how Air Sea Rescue helped downed airmen.
Activities at Bodiam Station
Enjoy some refreshment from the pop-up tea room, relax listening to 'Miss Holiday Swing' and 'Adam Hoffman'. Costumed reenactors, military and civilian vehicles all add to the atmosphere. Explore the Desert Rats encampment display filled with authentic kit, weapons and a variety of jeeps. Watch the interactive land army displays and activities.
1940's Vintage tearoom & food available
'Viv the Spiv' will be in residence, Ministry of Food Cooking Demonstrations, Free identity cards for each visitor, 40's hairstyling by Belle's Parlour, Vintage Stalls including Ruby Jo Retro and more, Desert Rats, Royal Navy Beach Commando's and other period displays. The Fire Service Preservation Group, Blackout Buddies, 1940s Corner Shop, Period civilian and military vehicles
Booking online prices:
Adult Freedom ticket £24.50
Child Freedom ticket £13.50 3 -15 years inclusive. Under 3's go free!
Family Freedom Ticket £56.50 Excellent value all-day travel around the K&ESR for a family of 2 adults and 2 children or 1 adult and 3 children
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