Spudman Teams Up with London Northwestern Railway for Major Free Potato Giveaway
TikTok star Ben Newman, widely known as Spudman, has announced an exciting partnership with London Northwestern Railway (LNR) that will see him give away hundreds of free loaded jacket potatoes. The collaboration is designed to promote LNR's new fleet of Class 730 trains operating on the Trent Valley Line.
Details of the Free Potato Distribution
The month-long initiative will involve Spudman distributing a total of 730 free loaded potatoes at three key locations along the Trent Valley route. This railway line connects areas including Cheshire, Staffordshire, Warwickshire, and Buckinghamshire with London, making it a strategic choice for the promotion.
The giveaway events are scheduled as follows:
- Saturday, February 21: Milton Keynes Outdoor Market
- Saturday, February 28: Crewe's Town Square
- Saturday, March 7: St Editha's Square in Tamworth, Spudman's hometown
Each event will run from 10am to 3pm, with Spudman offering his signature one-and-a-half filled potatoes to lucky recipients. To participate, individuals must first register on the LNR website at www.lnr.uk/spudman to secure their free potato.
Spudman's Rising Popularity and Community Impact
Ben Newman has amassed over four million followers on TikTok, where he is celebrated for his generous giveaways and engaging community events. His pitch in Tamworth's St Editha's Square frequently draws large crowds, with past events resulting in long queues of eager fans.
In a statement, Spudman expressed his enthusiasm for the partnership, saying, "I feel very lucky to have followers who are willing to travel such long distances to visit me. So working with a train operator which is introducing brand-new trains and making it even easier for them as a result makes perfect sense. I can't wait to visit Milton Keynes, Crewe and then back to where it all started in Tamworth!"
Railway Company's Perspective and Charitable Element
David Watkin, commercial director at London Northwestern Railway, highlighted the natural synergy of the collaboration. "Tamworth station is at the heart of the Trent Valley Line, so partnering with the town's most famous internet star felt like a natural fit to help introduce our new fleet," he said. "We're thrilled to be bringing Spudman to Milton Keynes and Crewe for the first time, giving local communities a chance to try one of his legendary creations."
For those who miss out on the free potatoes, Spudman will also offer a limited-edition LNR-green meal featuring a pesto chicken topping. A percentage of the profits from this special meal will be donated to charity, adding a philanthropic dimension to the campaign.
This partnership not only promotes railway services but also strengthens community ties through food and social media engagement, showcasing how local influencers can drive regional initiatives.
