STATION X - THE WORLD’S FIRST TRUE SPY IMMERSION EXPERIENCE Led by Matthew Dunn (Former MI6) & A TEAM OF FORMER INTELLIGENCE OFFICERS

Station X: Operation Switchback is a 72-hour residential descent into the shadow world of espionage. Under the direct command of Matthew Dunn and ex-officers from the world’s leading intelligence agencies, you will trade civilian life for the reality of a field operative – learning and executing tradecraft under the same psychological and physical stakes as the world’s most elite officers.

STATUS: ACTIVE. ACCESS: STRICTLY LIMITED – FINAL SLOTS REMAINING

STATION X - THE WORLD’S FIRST TRUE SPY IMMERSION EXPERIENCE Led by Matthew Dunn (Former MI6) & A TEAM OF FORMER INTELLIGENCE OFFICERS

STATUS: ACTIVE. ACCESS: STRICTLY LIMITED – FINAL SLOTS REMAINING

NOTHING ELSE LIKE THIS EXISTS. STATION X IS A UNIQUE SPY EXPERIENCE SET IN A WORLD-CLASS LOCATION

LOCATION: OXFORD, UK. JULY 2026

DURATION: 3 days and nights
GEAR: Mobile device & comfortable footwear & clothing
CAPACITY: Strictly limited places - 30 only
RESIDENTIAL: Your own room at Oxford University (included)
FINALE DINNER: Debrief, drinks & fine dining (included)
FOOD & SOFT DRINKS: During the experience (included)

WHAT TO EXPECT

As a Station X participant, you will become a covert operative, undergoing elite, top-secret tradecraft training before deploying the skills you have learned in a rolling, high-stakes live MI6 mission in and across Oxford. Your operational base and home for your Station X experience will be Oxford University, a truly stunning world-class location.

You will be trained, led and monitored by real former intelligence officers from MI6, the CIA, and other elite agencies, and you will be deep inside the shadow world of covert operations, psychological warfare, surveillance, deception, and high-risk decision-making.

Discover your true capabilities under pressure. Stop observing and start operating. We provide unparalleled access to the world of intelligence and intrigue. For those ready to undertake a world-class personal challenge, your transition from spectator to operative begins here.

Station X is not a theme park or a workshop. Station X is the only place in the world where you can step into the world of espionage with this level of intensity, authenticity, and cinematic scale.

YOUR 3 DAYS AT THE STATION X BASE

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INDUCTION, BRIEFING & TRAINING

You will be briefed on the operation details and meet the other participants. Tradecraft training starts now.

TRAINING | MISSION DEPLOYMENT

The clock is ticking… You’ll put your newly acquired skills into practice. You’ll receive mission updates & instructions at base & in the field.

MISSION FINALE & GALA DINNER

The action dramatically escalates. Another full day at the highest drama stage. Concludes with a high-glamour dinner, inspired by Bond films.

STATION X - KEY INFO

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Station X - Operation Switchback

Station X is a three-day residential espionage immersion, combining real intelligence tradecraft with a rolling live MI6-style operation across Oxford. You will train as an elite covert operative and deploy those skills in an intense unfolding mission.

This is a live intelligence operation, structured around real-world espionage methodology.

You will be watched, followed, contacted, and tasked by former operatives in real time.

Station X is fully risk-managed, fully insured, and run by elite professionals with decades of operational experience. All scenarios are designed to be thrilling, intense, and highly realistic – without exposing participants to uncontrolled danger.

You will be tracking a Russian assassination hit squad across Oxford and working to disrupt their attempt to kill a high-value target.

The action is intense, this is a multi-day, multi-location live operation with pressure, time constraints, misdirection, surveillance, and decision points.

Cost, registration fees and payment

The total cost for Station X is £1,399
Deposit: £200 (non-refundable).
The £200 non-refundable deposit is required to secure your provisional place on Station X and confirms your intent to participate.
Your place becomes fully confirmed only once the balance is paid.
The balance of £1,199 is due on 1st July

What’s included

A unique, incredible 3 day immersive experience
3 nights accommodation (Oxford University Campus – own room) – included as part of the Station X experience for all 3 nights. Full details will be provided in your welcome pack.
Breakfast, lunch, dinner all days
Finale gala dinner
Soft drinks are included.
Alcoholic drinks at the gala dinner are paid individually.

Dates, times, and event location

Station X is based in Oxford, UK, with both the facility and the surrounding city forming part of the active live operation. The environment you move through is real – the people, streets, and risks are not staged.

The Station X residential experience runs from: Tuesday 28th July – Thursday 30th July

The official MI6 operation begins at 8:00am on Tuesday 28th July.

Tradecraft skills you will learn

You will be trained in espionage methods used by real operatives:

Dead drops
Brush passes
Covert exchanges
Surveillance
Anti-surveillance
Behavioural analysis
Intelligence gathering
Intelligence processing
Disguise
Infiltration
Direct action
Communication protocols
Situational awareness
Asset handling
and more…

Instructors

THE CONTROLLER – Matthew Dunn

Former elite MI6 intelligence officer
Operated globally under deep cover
Conducted high-risk missions targeting rogue states
Faced life imprisonment or execution if caught
Awarded rare commendations for outstanding service
International bestselling author and media figure
Expert in full-spectrum tradecraft (“A–Z spy”)
Matthew is the architect and creative lead behind Station X.

DIRECTING STAFF – ‘Practitioners’

Handpicked former intelligence officers from elite state agencies, including:
MI6 (UK)
CIA (USA)
Mossad (Israel)
These individuals have conducted real missions, used real tradecraft, and operated in real hostile environments. Their expertise shapes every moment of Station X.

DIRECTING STAFF – ‘Intel officers’

Highly trained individuals with speciality skills who work alongside the controller and practitioners to deliver the live operation on the ground.

Who Station X is for

Station X is designed for all people, all shapes, all sizes, and all backgrounds. No prior experience is required – only curiosity, enthusiasm, and the desire to step into an extraordinary world.

Whether you’re physically capable, creatively minded, strategic, observant, or simply eager to dive into the unknown – there is a role for you inside Station X.

A reasonable level of physical ability is required. You will be on your feet for long periods and moving across Oxford extensively.

You don’t need experience, you will receive everything you need through professional tradecraft training.

Dress / equipment

A full kit list will be emailed to you, but key items include:
Practical clothing and comfortable footwear for fieldwork
Evening attire for the Gala Dinner
Weather-appropriate clothing
A fully charged mobile phone

No weapons or imitation weapons are required or permitted.

Liability and event insurance

Station X is fully insured to operate a rolling live espionage experience across Oxford.

You will be watched, followed, and assessed throughout the operation by trained intelligence officers to ensure accuracy, safety, and immersion.

Daily itinerary

TUESDAY 28th JULY – DAY 1
INDUCTION • BRIEFING • TRAINING
The moment this day begins, you are in the world of espionage.
You receive your operational briefing
You meet your instructors
You undergo Tradecraft Training Phase 1
You learn skills required for the live mission
You are formally assigned into the operation
Every activity today directly relates to the mission’s unfolding needs.

WEDNESDAY 29th JULY – DAY 2
TRAINING • DEPLOYMENT • LIVE FIELD OPERATION
The operation begins in earnest.
You deploy your tradecraft in real environments
You gather intelligence across Oxford
You receive live mission updates from controllers
You collaborate with (and sometimes compete against) other agents
You track the Russian hit squad’s movement
You work to disrupt an active assassination plot
You will be working day and night. The pressure escalates hour by hour.

THURSDAY 30th JULY – DAY 3
MISSION FINALE • HIGH-STAKES FIELDWORK • GALA DINNER
The clandestine operation reaches peak intensity.
Field operations continue under heavy time pressure
You execute the final phase of the mission
Decisions now have irreversible consequences
Everything you’ve learned is tested

The day ends with a Bond-inspired Gala Dinner, debrief highlights, awards ceremony, recognition of standout agents, and a celebration of your achievement. Black-tie is encouraged.

How to register your place

Registering for Station X is simple:

Complete the registration form (linked below) to submit your details.
Secure your place by paying the £200 deposit (non-refundable).
Once your registration is confirmed, you will receive:

A full information pack outlining everything you need to know
A personal phone call from a member of the Station X instructor team
Your onboarding timeline and next steps

Once you complete the registration form and pay the £200 deposit:

You will receive a full welcome pack confirming your provisional place in writing
If you have any questions at any stage, please contact the relevant team below:

Firestorm Experiences (Event & Registration):
events@firestormexperiences.com

Matthew Dunn Ex-MI6

OPERATION CONTROLLER

Station X is the creation of Matthew Dunn – former MI6 field officer and decorated spy. Matthew spent many years operating as an elite MI6 intelligence officer. Typically, he operated solo and in hostile locations around the world, deployed under numerous aliases while targeting the highest echelons of rogue states. His work and successes garnered rare commendations and significant acclaim. Post-service, Matthew has been a bestselling author and TV media talent.

Matthew is the controller at Station X, he brings genuine intelligence tradecraft and cinematic storytelling to deliver an exceptional espionage experience.

MATTHEW DUNN NOVEL REVIEWS

"Great talent. Great imagination. And a real been-there-done-that authenticity. Highly recommended."

“I know of no other spy thriller that so successfully blends the fascinating nuances of the business of espionage and intelligence work with full-throttle suspense storytelling.”

“Dunn, who was a field officer in the British Secret Intelligence Service, often known as M16, has created a plot with plenty of action and lots of twists and turns . . . nonstop action and relentless danger.”

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