A recent study by TransPennine Express (TPE) has revealed that one in five children dreams of becoming a train driver when they grow up. The research also found that a quarter of children say train journeys excite them more than car, boat, or bus trips.
One in five children named trains as their favourite way to travel, and a quarter of parents reported that journeys beginning by train often become their most memorable family experiences. The study highlighted that looking out of the window is the top enjoyment for children, followed by a sense of adventure.
To celebrate children's love for train travel, TPE has launched a free children's activity book available on its services. The booklet, arriving just in time for the Easter holidays, can be requested from onboard service hosts on all routes. Designed for children aged four to 11, it aims to make family journeys more entertaining while teaching facts about train travel and safety.
The activity book introduces children to destinations across the TPE network through interactive games. Additionally, the train operator is providing junior travellers with ticket wallets to help keep their tickets safe.
Andrew McClements, Customer Experience and Transformation Director at TPE, said: 'We wanted to create something that makes travelling with us even more enjoyable for families, while also helping children learn along the way. The activity book is designed especially for young customers and even road-tested by children to make sure it's fun, engaging and easy to use. It's a great way to introduce important safety messages and the excitement of travelling by train.'
