Steampunk
We are excited to be working with Great Kentspectations
for our next STEAMPUNK event
Saturday 28th June 2025
Come join the fun and splendid madness at the K&ESR Steampunk Saturday!
Mixology on the move
Join us for our first ever "Mixology on the move" event onboard trains departing from Tenterden at 13:10 and 15:40 hosted by Marc Taylor of Lift Your Spirits, Tenterden.
Learn how to mix two different cocktails (or mocktail equivalent) as detailed below under the expert tuition of Marc Taylor.
Enjoy drinking your own creations accompanied by delicious nibbles supplied by Artisserie Patisserie as you travel through the beautiful Wealden Countryside from Tenterden to Bodiam return in our premium carriage, Diana.
Please be aware we are unable to accept dogs, except for guide dogs, in this carriage.
This experience must be booked in advance and spaces are very limited.
Book your place now
Nibbles from Artisserie Patisserie
Mini sticky onion and parmesan tarts, crispy leek
Shallot croissants
(suitable for vegetarians - contains gluten, sulphites, dairy)
Pain au saucisse
(French sausage roll - contains gluten, dairy)
Make you own Bramble & Chocolate Espresso Martini
Mocktail (non-alcoholic) versions of both drinks are available
The Chocolate Espresso Martini ingredients are: Espresso, whole chocolate milk and chocolate syrup.
The Taylor Made Bramble Mocktail is: cranberry juice, blood red orange syrup, lime cordial and lime juice
What is Steampunk?
In a sentence, Steampunk is Victorian Science fiction brought to life!
Imagine the fascinating works of H.G. Wells mixed with favourite fandoms like Doctor Who and brought together with a splendidly quirky pseudo-Victorian wardrobe.
The phrase "Steampunk" was founded in 1987 by K.W. Jeter, a fantasy and science fiction author, with the idea being a fictional future World built from the Victorian Industrial age, an alternate history filled with technologies, mechanical marvels and fantastical inventions utilising the power of Steam. As time has passed the Steampunk movement has evolved and grown into an amazing community of Splendid people who love exploring the genre with fashion, literature, movies, music, games, and hobbies.
Often recognised by our Top Hats and Goggles we express ourselves through of love of Steampunk combining the Victorian, fantasy styles with our hobbies, occupations, and passions with a joint love of CAKE!
As much as Steampunk is about the Aesthetic and imagery, a huge part of Steampunk is about being Splendid to one another, embracing our diverse communities and having lots of silly fun together. We do our best to spread our good cheer and invite everyone to get involved.
Try your hand at Tea Duelling (competitive biscuit dunking) and learn all about Familiar Flinging, explore the Steampunk stalls, enjoy a pot of tea and CAKE at Bodiam Station, there will be lots to see and do!