Visit Santa by Train

Visit Santa by Train is part of the events programme at Colne Valley Railway, the heritage railway at Castle Hedingham in Essex. "Ride a train through the Essex countryside to meet Santa in his grotto! Every child chooses a gift, enjoys festive activities, and more."

What to expect:

• Saturdays and Sundays 5, 6, 12, 13, 19 and 20 December, plus Tuesday 22 and Wednesday 23 December 2026
• A vintage Bubble Car ride past lineside decorations, then Santa's grotto, a gift and a letter to Santa
• Make reindeer food; model railway, museum and signal box open
• Adult £25, Child (3-15) £25, Infant (under 3) £10; "Exact pricing and booking fees may vary depending on the day selected."
• "This event is a pre-booked event only. You must book your tickets in advance."
• Your booked time is your train's departure; arrive no earlier than 30 minutes before
• Free parking, pushchair friendly, toilets and baby change; dogs welcome