Gaming on the move!

Kent & East Sussex Railway Partners with TechZone to Launch the World’s First

“Ultimate Gaming Train”

26th to 29th May 2025

Kent & East Sussex Railway is thrilled to announce an exciting partnership with TechZone, the UK’s premier gaming company and pioneers of the Ultimate Gaming Party.

Together, we are introducing another world-first experience — the

“Ultimate Gaming Train.”

Why Gaming on a Steam Train? 

Electronic games, simulators, AI and big data are some of the hottest Industry 4.0 technologies of today. 

As well as being enjoyable, an interest in Gaming can lead to all sorts of careers in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics. 

From IT, product development, design and programming, games can help nurture the potential technologists of the future, without them even realising! 

What's that got to do with Steam Trains? Before the rise of the Industrial Revolution, the invention of steam power was the hottest technology of its day! So, our innovative May Half Term activity brings the two together. Young people are being invited to play whilst riding on a train that helped drive the industrial revolution 200 years ago! And who knows, it may stimulate them to consider a career in a STEM subject in the future...

 

Running Monday to Thursday during  May half-term, this specially converted gaming carriage will allow participants to experience cutting-edge gaming technology while enjoying the picturesque countryside views. Customers will have access to:

• Next-Gen Gaming on the Move – Featuring Xbox Series X, PlayStation 5, and a wide range of the latest games.
• Custom Racing Simulators – Offering an immersive racing experience with top-tier Fanatec steering wheels and pedals, bringing the thrill of competition to life.
• A Unique Gaming Setting – Enjoy gaming in an exclusive railway carriage while watching the beautiful countryside pass by.
• Relaxing Space for Parents & Carers – A dedicated seating area ensures adults can unwind while the gaming experience unfolds.
• Supervised Gaming – All activities will be monitored by trained TechZone staff, ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience for all participants.

This one-of-a-kind collaboration blends the timeless charm of heritage railway travel with the excitement of modern gaming, creating a must-visit experience for families, gamers, and event-goers alike.

Techzone gaming tickets are £49.50 and include a one way 50 minute gaming session for one gamer plus one adult companion (seated in the same carriage) on a steam train service from Tenterden Town & Bodiam stations.

The return journey may be taken in other carriages within the train - or if you are travelling out on the morning service, you're free to break your journey at Bodiam to explore the area and return by a later train.

Suitable for aged 7 and above