SANTA TRAINS
Tinsel Trains 2026
5 to 20 Dec 2026, Haverthwaite Station, Lakeside & Haverthwaite Railway.
A festive first-class compartment on the steam train where Father Christmas visits each family, with Christmas characters, a photo opportunity and a gift for every child. Tickets go on sale online only on 4 November 2026.
| Dates | 5 to 20 Dec 2026 |
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| Days | Saturdays and Sundays 5, 6, 12, 13, 19 and 20 December 2026 |
| Times | Departures at 10am, 11.30am, 1pm and 2.30pm |
| Departs From | Haverthwaite LA12 8AL Open in Maps |
| Journey | approximately one hour |
| Includes | A personalised soft toy for children 0 to 10 or a goody bag for 11 to 17, a gingerbread person and soft drink for each child, and a seasonal drink and treat for adults |
| Ages | Best suited to children aged 3 to 10, but all children are welcome; gifts are given to children from birth to 17 |
| Tickets and Price | Priced per first-class compartment: £125 including up to 4 people, with extra group members at £30 each up to a maximum of 8; everyone from birth upwards must be paid for |
| Booking | Book ahead: tickets are not sold on the night. Book on the official site |
| Organiser | Lakeside & Haverthwaite Railway. Official page |
| Hotels | Hotels near Haverthwaite affiliate |
Checked against Lakeside & Haverthwaite Railway, 21 October 2026. Times and prices can change: check the official page before you set off. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.
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