‘Outrageously funny’ Faulty Towers dining experience returns to Kent
Fans of Faulty Towers will be delighted to know that the “world’s most sought after” tribute to the BBC sitcom is officially back in Kent this summer. The spectacular tribute act will be coming back to Spa Valley Railway in Tunbridge Wells on a steam train.
On offer is a 3-course meal and two hours of hysterical entertainment from Basil, Sybil and Manuel. Aside from a guarantee of entertainment and fun, expect an immersive and mostly improvised show where you get to experience first-hand the iconic BBC sitcom where anything could happen!
The acclaimed experience was created in 1997 and has since appeared in over 40 countries. In fact, “Faulty Towers The Dining Experience” constantly tours in a number of countries in Europe, Scandinavia, Asia as well as Australia.
The tribute also has return seasons to Edinburgh Fringe, Adelaide Fringe, and Melbourne International Comedy Festival, as well as an ongoing residency in London’s West End. The dining experience, which recently sold its millionth ticket, is an homage to the TV show but uses unique scripts and its own format. The carriages will be hauled by a heritage diesel and a steam locomotive.
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The experience has received a number of very positive reviews, with both What’s on Stage and The Daily Telegraph Australia giving the experience five stars and calling it ‘Fantastic!’ and ‘A two-hour eat, drink and laugh sensation’ respectively. These sentiments were also echoed by the London West End, which called it ‘Immersive theatre at its best’ and awarded it the Best of Theatre in 2019. BroadwayBaby also called the show: “Outrageously funny”.
Different menus are offered for each event, with the show coming from London’s West End via the Sydney Opera House. Multiple dates are available to book, from 12 August.
The following menu will be served:
August 12: Beef
Welcome canapés including vegetable parcel, smoked salmon bite and cheese and pineapple
STARTER
Homemade cream of leek and watercress soup with bread
MAIN COURSE
Braised Beef flambéed with Brandy finished with Worcester Sauce, French Mustard, Parsley & Cream with a crisp Garlic Crouton Served with Rosemary Roasted New Potatoes, Seasonal Vegetables
Vegetarian Option: Red Pepper stuffed with Tomato Rice & Mint, Creamy Mint Sauce Served with Rosemary Roasted New Potatoes, Seasonal Vegetables
DESSERT
Lemon and Almond Tart with Cream and Raspberry Sauce
Vegan/Gluten Free Option – Cheesecake
September 30: Chicken
Welcome canapés including vegetable parcel, smoked salmon bite and cheese and pineapple
STARTER
Homemade Cream of Tomato and Basil Soup with Bread
MAIN COURSE
Sauté Chicken Breast in a White Wine and Tarragon Sause with a Pastry Topper, Served with Rosemary Roasted New Potatoes, Seasonal Vegetables
Vegetarian Option: Aubergine, Courgette & Tomato Stack with Pastry Topper, Served with Roast Potatoes, Seasonal Vegetables & Creamy Courgette Sauce
DESSERT
Homemade Baked Lemon Meringue Cheesecake
Vegan/Gluten Free Option – Cheesecake
October 7: Pork
Welcome canapés including vegetable parcel, smoked salmon bite and cheese and pineapple
STARTER
Homemade Cream of Butternut Squash and Basil Soup with Bread
MAIN COURSE
Roast Loin of Pork with Apple & Cider Sauce Topped with an Herb Cobbler Served with Rosemary Roasted New Potatoes, Seasonal Vegetables
Vegetarian Option: Cauliflower & Broccoli Cheese Bake Served with Rosemary Roasted New Potatoes, Seasonal Vegetables
DESSERT
Homemade Chocolate Brownie with Chocolate Strawberries and Cream
Vegan/Gluten Free Option – Cheesecake
Catering is available for Vegetarians, Vegan, Gluten and Dairy Free dietary needs if these are made aware to the event when booking.
Guests need to arrive at Tunbridge Wells West for a 18:00 start in the Victorian Engine Shed before boarding the dining train for two return trips to Eridge.
Purchasing the tickets helps to keep these vintage trains to run for future generations.
Tickets, costing £89.50 per adults, must be booked in advance via the website (www.spavalleyrailway.co.uk).
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