Santa’s Enchanted Journey
All aboard for a little Christmas magic.
Step aboard our steam-hauled Santa special for festive fun, familiar faces and a luxury gift for every child. Share stories, songs and special moments with Father Christmas, Mrs Claus and their playful elves.
Call the dedicated ticket hotline: 0733 898 2545 or book online:
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A Steam-Hauled Adventure
A Gift For Every Child
Hot Chocolate & Cookies
Christmas, Your Way
Choose the shared excitement of an open coach or make the occasion extra special with your own private compartment
A MAGICAL CHRISTMAS OUTING
Classic Experience
From £50 (for a table of 3 in an open coach)
Settle into a cosy open coach and enjoy a festive journey together, with treats, entertainment and a visit from Father Christmas.
- Seating in a cosy open coach
- Hot Chocolate and Cookies for All
- Meet Father Christmas, Mrs Claus and the elves
- A present for every child
YOUR OWN PRIVATE COMPARTMENT
Premium Experience
From £92.50 (for 6 people in a private compartment)
Enjoy a more personal celebration in your own compartment, with extra time with our Christmas characters and a photograph with Santa.
- A private compartment for your party
- Hot Chocolate and Cookies
- More time with Father Christmas and the elves
- A photo with Santa & a luxury gift for every child
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BEFORE YOU BOARD
Christmas at Wirksworth
Start your adventure at the station, where the elves are ready to help you get into the festive spirit:
* Join Christmas sing-alongs led by the elves
* Add a Christmas wish to the platform wishing tree
* Write a letter to Santa with help from the elves
ON THE TRAIN
A carriage full of wonder
Once aboard, let the elves bring Christmas to life as you travel along the Ecclesbourne Valley Railway:
* Meet an interactive baby reindeer puppet
* Enjoy Christmas stories, singing and elf-led games
* Share your Christmas wishes with the magic elf