As well as all the great Polar Express train locations across the UK, there are also some great Santa trains to discover as well. A Christmas train ride is great festive fun for the whole family in the run up to Christmas. Why not get in the festive spirit, and enjoy a great day out including a train ride with Santa near you.
- Santa Trains In Cambridgeshire
- Santa Trains In Cornwall
- Santa Trains In Devon
- Santa Trains In Dorset
- Santa Trains In Essex
- Santa Trains In Gloucestershire
- Santa Trains In Hampshire
- Santa Trains In Kent
- Santa Trains In Lancashire
- Santa Trains In London
- Santa Trains In Norfolk
- Santa Trains In Somerset
- Santa Trains In Staffordshire
- Santa Trains In Suffolk
- Santa Trains In Surrey
- Santa Trains In West Sussex
- Santa Trains In Wiltshire
- Santa Trains In Worcestershire
- Santa Trains In Yorkshire
Santa Trains In Cambridgeshire
Nene Valley Railway Santa Steam
Dates: 25th – 26th November – 2nd, 3rd, 9th, 10th, 13th, 16th, 17th, 21st – 24th December 2023
Step back in time with a traditional Santa Express experience. Board the train for your magical festive journey through the Nene Valley. On board you will be joined by Father Christmas, who will be walking through the train.
Santa Trains In Cornwall
Dates: 2023 TBC
It’s all aboard a nostalgic steam train journey through the winter countryside into Lappa Valley. You can meet and have photos with Rudolph, the friendly reindeer and visit Father Christmas and his elves in his grotto.
Santa Trains In Devon
Dartmouth Christmas Train Of Lights
Dates: 29th November – 30th December 2024
The Dartmouth Steam Railway has the UK’s first steam train of lights. The illuminated journey begins from Queens Park station in Paignton and travels to Kingswear.
To see Santa on your journey, don’t forget to book a steam train of lights plus Santa ticket. Each person travelling will receive a gift from Santa.
Lynton & Barnstaple Railway Christmas Trains
2023 TBC
Santa Trains In Dorset
Moors Valley Railway Santa Special
Dates: 9th, 10th, 16th, 17th, 19th, 20th December 2023
On selected dates in December, you can meet Santa at Moors Valley Railway. Enjoy your own carriage on your journey to see Santa with mince pies and refreshments.
Santa Trains In Essex
Audley End Railway Santa Special
2023 TBC
It’s all aboard the Christmas train at Audley End Railway. As the train makes its way through the woodland to Father Christmas’ Winter Wonderland. You’ll meet Father Christmas as his elves and receive a present. After this it’s time to walk through to the gingerbread house and write your letter to be sent to the North Pole.
Epping Ongar Railway Santa Specials
Dates: 25th, 26th November – 2nd, 3rd, 9th, 10th, 16th, 17th, 20th – 24th December 2023
The Santa train will be running on selected dates in December. There’s a present for all the children on board, and of course the chance to meet the big man himself. The Epping Ongar Railway is the longest heritage railway in Essex.
South Woodham Ferrers, CM3 5WP
Dates: 18th, 19th, 25th, 26th November – 1st – 3rd, 8th – 10th, 14th – 17th, 20th – 24th December 2023
Included with every Father Christmas Experience booking, you’ll also be able to experience the fantastic festive fun fair. This includes a real ice rink and Christmas train ride.
Santa Trains In Gloucestershire
Dean Forest Railway Santa Train
Dates: 25th, 26th November – 2nd, 3rd, 6th, 9th, 10th, 13th, 16th, 17th, 20th, 22nd – 24th December 2023
Your magical Christmas train experience will last for around an hour and a half through the forest to meet Santa and his elves.
Santa Trains In Hampshire
Eastleigh Lakeside Santa Specials
Dates: December 8th, 15th, 22nd 2023
On the selected dates in December, see the trains fully illuminated at Eastleigh Lakeside. You can enjoy a ride around the country park in the dark with seasonal refreshments.
Santa Trains In Kent
Dates: December 2nd, 3rd, 9th, 10th, 16th, 17th, 22nd – 24th December 2023. November 26th is the quiet day date.
The Santa train experience in 2023 includes a 70 minute festive train journey with complimentary refreshments. There is a magician providing on-board entertainment and at Tenterden station. Children receive a gift on board the train from Santa as he travels up and down the train.
Babies under the age of 18 months are free of charge and receive a small gift.
Father Christmas Experience At Bredgar And Wormshill Railway
Dates: 2nd, 3rd, 9th, 10th December 2023
This steam train in Kent will take you to visit Father Christmas in his magical grotto. The Winter woodland offers a special experience to see Santa and receive a gift from him. There’s also the chance to have your photo taken with mulled wine and mince pies for the adults.
Romney, Hythe and Dymchurch Railway Santa Specials
Dates: 25th November – 24th December 2023
Santa Specials have been running at the Romney, Hythe and Dymchurch Railway for over 40 years. Your festive train journey includes a return train journey from New Romney to Hythe. There are refreshment and also a visit to see Santa in his grotto.
The Elf Express At Quex Adventure Park
Dates: 2nd, 3rd, 9th, 10th, 16th – 24th December 2023
The Elf Express At Quex Adventure Park lasts just over an hour. Your experience begins with a ride on the Elf Express tractor and trailer. Then it’s time for the The Big Elf Show at the Round Tower. This is a live theatrical experience, before setting off down Candy Cane Lane and Santa’s Farm.
Visit more of Santa’s elves and the real reindeer before it’s onwards to your visit with Santa himself.
Santa Trains In Lancashire
Ribble Steam Railway Santa Specials
Dates: 2023 TBC
East Lancashire Railway Santa Specials
Dates: 25th, 26th November – 2nd, 3rd, 9th, 10th, 16th, 17th, 20th – 24th December 2023
Make your way through the beautifully decorated winter wonderland at Bury Bolton Street Station where you’ll meet Mrs Claus and the magical talking Christmas tree.
You’ll then board your steam train for a journey to Rawtenstall Station and back again. On your 80-minute trip, you’ll meet your favourite Christmas characters and enjoy a merry old sing-along with the brass band.
While you travel, Santa himself will visit your carriage with a gift for every little one and there will be plenty of time to have a chat with him and take a Santa selfie or two.
Windmill Animal Farm Santa Train
Dates: 2023 TBC
Your Santa train ticket includes full access to all the fantastic farm attractions. Enjoy the comfort of your very own private enclosed compartment for the journey to meet Santa. Along the way look out for the herd of Fallow deer on arrival to lake view station.
Santa has a magical grand grotto, where he will be waiting to greet you and your family.
Santa Trains In London
Dates: 2023 TBC
You can meet Santa and his helpers on a vintage steam train departing from and returning to London Victoria. The festive journey takes approximately one hour and 45 minutes.
Children will be welcomed on board with a drink and a sweet treat before meeting Santa and his elves with their bag of gifts. All children aged 2-16 will receive a gift. Any children under 2 do not require a seat but please do book a seat if you would like the child to receive a gift.
Santa Trains In Norfolk
Christmas Trains At Bressingham
Dates: 2023 TBC
Father Christmas will be arriving at Bressingham on selected dates in November and December. Your experience includes a ride on the Fen Railway and a visit to see Santa himself to receive a gift.
Festive Express At Bure Valley Railway
Dates: 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 9th, 10th, 16th – 24th December 2023
Enjoy a one hour train ride on board the festive express from Aylesham station. There will be festive treats on board and a visit to Santa in his grotto.
Santa Trains In Somerset
East Somerset Railway Santa Special
Dates: Dates: 6th, 7th, 13th, 14th, 20th, 21st, 23rd, 24th December 2025
You will have a 30 minute ride on the Santa Special train, then cross the line to the North Pole Station where you can visit Santa and receive a gift.
There will be a Goody Bag for every child to take onto the train which will contain colouring sheets, crayons and a family Santa quiz sheet.
Santa Trains In Staffordshire
Amerton Railway Santa Specials
Dates: Saturdays and Sundays in December and Christmas Eve
Board a steam train at Amerton Station and travel to Toyland to meet Santa and receive a hand-picked gift! You also receive a festive goodie bag to enjoy while surrounded by beautiful Staffordshire countryside as the train meanders through the fields on a frosty winter’s day.
Statfold Country Park Santa Express
Dates: 26th November – 23rd December 2023
It’s all aboard Statfold’s Magical Santa Express this Christmas for a festive day. Your journey starts in the North Pole Post Office, where younger Guests will write their letters to Santa. Then it’s time to board the beautifully lit train to head to see the big man himself!
You can help Mrs Claus decorate some sweet treats and make your own reindeer food, there’s lots for everyone to enjoy. Don’t forget to stop by the Toy Shop where children can choose a special gift from Santa.
Statfold Country park also host fireworks as part of their Halloween event as well.
Santa Trains In Suffolk
Mid Suffolk Light Railway Santa Specials
Dates: 2023 TBC
The Santa specials train rides are running on selected dates in December. Suitable for children up to ten years old, this is a magical Christmas treat. The steam train runs from Brockford station to “North Pole Halt”, where you will meet Santa and receive a gift.
Santa Trains In Surrey
Dates: 2023 TBC
Why not enjoy an extra special ride on Santa’s Express train which includes a special ”passport” from Santa and a ride through the vineyard on the Santa Express with Santa himself. There’s also a gift from Santa’s elves at the end of your ride.
Santa Trains In West Sussex
Dates: 2023 TBC
Santa will be on the Bluebell Railway line on selected dates 2023 TBC
This Santa train leaves from Sheffield Park station and East Grinstead. The journey will last around two hours and includes the festive train ride as well as meeting Santa on board.
Santa Trains In Wiltshire
Dates: 11th, 12th, 16th – 19th, 23rd – 30th November – 1st – 24th, 27th December 2023
Board the Santa Train at Longleat Central Station and be whisked away on a winter adventure to the North Pole Halt to meet Santa. Adults can enjoy a delicious hot chocolate and festive mince pie while children will receive a special Christmas gift.
Don’t forget to check out the Festival of Light on your visit to Longleat as well.
Santa Trains In Worcestershire
Severn Valley Railway Santa Train
Dates: 25th November, 2nd, 9th, 16th, 22nd – 24th December 2023
Meet a pair of Christmas characters at the beautifully decorated station at Kidderminster. You’ll then travel by vintage steam train in reserved seats to Arley and see your favourite characters in an all-new pantomime.
After being entertained by Jingle, Jangle and friends, you’ll re-board the train where a present for each child awaits.
Santa Trains In Yorkshire
Scarborough Bay Railway Santa Specials
Dates: 29th, 10th, 16th, 17th, 23rd, 24th December 2023
All aboard the magical Christmas Express at Scarborough Bay Railway. Adults receive complimentary seasonal refreshments including mince pies and hot chocolate.
There will be the chance to have a ride on Santa’s sleigh, letters to write to Santa, activity sheets and more to keep all entertained!
