Santa Trains

Santa Trains are part of the programme at the Welsh Highland Heritage Railway, the volunteer-run narrow-gauge line that starts across the road from Porthmadog's main-line station. A short special steam service runs out into a Winter Wonderland where Santa is waiting.

What to expect:

• Saturday 12 and Sunday 13 December 2026, trains at 11:00, 13:00 and 15:00
• "Join us for a short train ride to a Winter Wonderland, where we will meet Santa Claus. All children will receive a present, while adults will receive a free refreshment."
• "There will also be craft stalls, games for children and model railway layouts."
• "Please note our railway carriages are unheated so please dress appropriately for the outside weather conditions on the day."
• "Adult £15.50 Child £15.00"
• "Online bookings only" - this is the one date the railway does not sell at the gate
• Miniature railway rides, shop and Caffi Russell's Cafe on site; free car park