🌟 May the Fourth be with you! 🌟 Star Wars Themed day!

“May the Fourth Be With You” – Star Wars Day
Sunday 4 May 2026

Join us for a galaxy-spanning celebration of Star Wars aboard the Ewok Express at the Kent & East Sussex Railway. Dress in your favourite Star Wars T-shirt or go all out in full costume and enjoy a unique heritage steam train experience.

Event highlights include:
Prizes for the best-dressed individuals and families
Lightsaber duelling area — will you choose red or blue?
On-board Star Wars activity booklet for children and adults
Badge making: design and take home your own creation
"Characters from the UK Garrison will be in attendance"
subject to availability
Photo opportunities with ‘Terry’ the Taun Taun, a full-size replica from The Empire Strikes Back
Special guest appearance by Michael Whiteley, creator of the original Taun Taun
Take part in an unforgettable, family-friendly day that’s truly out of this world.

For full details and to book online, visit our website.

You may also like the following events from The Kent & East Sussex Railway:

• This Thursday, 26th February, 10:00 am, Antiques Valuation Day with Canterbury Galleries in Cranbrook
• Next month, 12th March, 12:00 am, Inspiration Train visits Hastings in Cranbrook
• This April, 4th April, 01:00 pm, Sparkling Afternoon Tea on the Wealden Pullman in Cranbrook