Santa By Train

Santa By Train is part of the programme at East Kent Railway, the heritage line at Shepherdswell near Dover. “Ride a train decked out in twinkling lights, with festive music and fun along the way!”, then meet Santa at the end of it.

What to expect:

• Twelve dates: 22, 28 and 29 November, then 5, 6, 12, 13, 19, 20, 22, 23 and 24 December 2026
• Departures at 11.30, 12.30 and 14.00 in November; December adds a 10.30 and a 15.00, and 24 December runs mornings only
• “Meet Santa in his glittering grotto – one family at a time – and watch your child’s face light up as they receive a personalised gift with their name on.”
• “Free photos in Santa’s grotto. Capture the magic of your visit using your own camera”
• Tickets are sold as a seat for four people
• “A short wait of up to 20 minutes may be necessary” before you reach the grotto
• “FREE PARKING and NO hidden charges.”
• The railway warns this “event sells out fast so book early”