Santa Specials

Meet Father Christmas after a steam train ride from New Romney to Hythe! The Romney, Hythe & Dymchurch Railway has run its Santa Specials since 1981.

What to expect:

• Weekends from 28 November, then daily 19 to 24 December 2026
• Departures from New Romney at 09:30, 11:10, 12:50, 14:20 and 16:00
• Return steam train journey New Romney to Hythe, a visit to Santa and his elves in his Grotto, a magician while you wait
• A gift for each child aged 0-17, seasonal refreshments and a snowy arrival back at New Romney
• Model Railway Exhibition at New Romney before your train
• "Bookings for under ones, you have the option to receive a gift from Santa (£15.00) Or if you prefer to make memories only there is no charge."
• Carers do not travel free on Santa Specials
• Pay-on-exit car park at New Romney; Blue Badge holders park free