Once you have returned from Father Christmas’s Winter Wonderland, you can then visit the Activity Area where you can write Father Christmas a letter and post it to him at our festive post office. Also enjoy craft making, face painting, story telling and our dance tent! During the journey our train staff serve the children with a drink and chocolates. Parents and other adults are not forgotten with a mince pie and either an alcoholic miniature, wine or a hot drink. Santa walks through the train to see the children, providing an opportunity to take photographs and to wish everyone the compliments of the season. The remote control, which also controls the forward and reverse movement of the train by means of the large dial Train ride to meet Father Christmas, Gift for every Child, Letter Writing, Face Painting, Story Telling, Craft Making and our Dance Tent

Why not treat yourself to a warm cup of Mulled Wine from our Signal Box Cafe and get your last minute gifts from our Station Shop too! It’s not your father’s Lionel set, though it will provide just as much fun – if not more! The Polar Express from LionelIt also features 2 movie announcements (‘All Aboard, this is The Polar Express’ and ‘I am the King of the North Pole’) You can have even more control using the LionChief app for Apple or Android devices. A user can set individual sound levels, turn the smoke on and off, and change the momentum. Before we know it ,we will reach the North Pole at Christmas Town where Santa Claus himself is waiting to climb on board along with his wondrously naughty Dancing Elves. Each child will be greeted by Santa as he makes his way through the train and presents them with a special Train to Christmas Town gift. Be ready to join in The Dancing Elves will have the whole carriage singing and dancing along to your favourite Christmas songs. Do you believe? We do at the Mid Norfolk Railway Polar Express Train and that is why we are proud to be hosting an exciting magical experience like no other. After the success and fun of previous years, THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride is returning to the Mid-Norfolk Railway again with the magic of the 2004 motion picture THE POLAR EXPRESS™ being theatrically re-created so you and your family can be immersed in the sights, sounds and intrigue of this classic children’s tale. Prepare to be surrounded by the magic and wonder of the Christmas season! The return of The Santa Steam Express will see families welcomed on-board the festively decorated 1970’s carriages by none other than Santa himself – plus his merry helpers, on one of three departures each day (09:30, 11:45, 14:00) for a 1 hour 15 magical steam journey around London. Children will enjoy a drink and festive sweet treat on arrival and will receive their very own gift from Santa as he passes through the carriages – making precious memories as he goes.

The Polar Express train set from Lionel in O gauge (and S, for that matter) evolves with the technology. The train itself, celebrating the Christmas book and movie, has been in the catalog for years. The train maker continues to find ways to keep it fun and fresh with each iteration. The latest O gauge Polar Express set release from Lionel includes a disappearing hobo car, character figures, and LionChief control. Join us at The Polar Express Yorkshire for a magical Christmas Experience. We are the ONLY licensed Polar Express in Yorkshire. This Christmas experience is unlike any other. Brought to you by the organisers of the number 1 voted Polar Express in the World, Wensleydale Railway hosts The Polar Express Yorkshire new for 2019. This set of passenger cars is decorated with “snow” on the roof, along with footprints to indicate lots of traffic up there.

You will travel through an enchanted forest which is transformed by a multitude of lights and surprises. You will then arrive at Levisham Station, where a dazzling light show will begin. Experience a light extravaganza and a snow covered authentic heritage station, like you’ve never seen before! It comprises 1 x locomotive engine, 1 x engine tender, 1 x train carriage and 1 x observation carriage (requires 6 x C batteries , not supplied) Also included are spare traction tires and a bottle of smoke fluid. In addition, there’s a copy of the bell the hero boy receives as the first gift of Christmas from Santa Claus. Let’s go to the North Pole! Keepthe magic of Christmas chugging along with this Polar Express 37-Piece Remote Control Train Set.

Travel to Levisham Station, where you will see a dazzling light show, as our heritage steam engine prepares for the return journey. The set also comes with articulated figures of the conductor, hero boy, engineer, and fireman. They have holes in their feet allowing them to be posed on metal pins atop the cars. They are fun to pose in various ways depending on the scene from the book or movie you’re trying to re-create. Once the Dartmoor Railway Conductor makes his “All Aboard” call you will board the The Train to Christmas Town, where the magical elf folk are waiting to share the spirit of the season with everyone as we make our way to collect Santa. Can we create enough happiness and energy to make it all the way there? It also features 2 movie announcements ('All Aboard, this is The Polar Express' and 'I am the King of the North Pole', in addition to light and looping sounds (stream chuffing, whistle, and bell) and a 3-position switch (stop, forward with sound and forward without sound). Requires 3 x AAA batteries and 6 x C batteries.

Nene Valley Santa Express

Climb aboard the The Train to Christmas Town, a train ride expertly designed to bring the spirit of Christmas to life for another year. Bringing the whole family together for a special ride to remember, experience festive fun with fabulous characters and interactive entertainment. The Midlands Polar Express Ride –We encourage our guests, young and old to wear pyjamas just as in the book with a dressing gown for good measure also. Children love it and if you can persuade our older guests, Mums, Dads, Granny and Grandpa to also join in, the atmosphere in the train comes alive for a truly magical experience! Once the Weardale Railway Conductor makes his “All Aboard” call you will be transported into a magical atmosphere created by caroling elves ready to board the Train to Christmas Town, where the magical elf folk are waiting to share the spirit of the season with everyone as we make our way to collect Santa Claus. Can we create enough happiness and energy to make it all the way there? The three-car consist includes two coaches and an observation. One of the items that distinguishes the set is the hobo having a fire on top of one of the cars. The element can be flipped over of you want the car to have a “normal” roof. This event is run by The Mid Norfolk Railway (Trading) Ltd. Company number: 10731804. Registered office: The Railway Station, Station Road, Dereham, Norfolk, NR19 1DF. Trading as the Mid-Norfolk Railway.

The Christmas trains will be decoration in all their Yuletide finery, ride the Polar Express and meet Santa himself! Also have a look at our list of Christmas Events and Attractions in the UK. The movie announcements are operated by the remote control (requires 3 x AAA batteries, not supplied)

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The consist includes the No. 1225 2-8-4 steam locomotive and tender. The engine is equipped with a smoke unit and traction tires and features some neat detail including a bell and whistle. The tender, connected via a snap-together drawbar, houses the electronic sound unit that includes chuffing, the whistle, and crew talk. This set features a coach with a hobo sitting by a campfire that can be flipped over to produce a “normal” roof. Note the footprints, too. For many families Christmas starts here, at Embsay & Bolton Abbey Steam Railway. The fires are lit at Bolton Abbey station, and the Refreshment Room and Buffet Cars will be bulging with mince pies and other seasonal fare and festive decorations will be all around. At Nene Valley Santa Express, your Santa Steam experience starts with a welcome from our station staff and badge team – entertainment is provided at busy weekends. This is followed by an exciting visit to Santa’s log cabin where each child receives a special present from the old gentleman himself. Following a short wait families then join our steam hauled, decorated train for a fun-filled ride to Peterborough and return. Steam Dreams Rail Co. has announced dates for its highly anticipated Santa Steam Express trips this winter, departing from London Victoria. Join Santa and his special helpers on a magical adventure aboard the Santa Express, which will take you on a festive journey you won’t forget!