SANTA TRAINS
The Polar Express Train Ride, Churnet Valley Railway 2026
7 Nov to 23 Dec 2026, Froghall station, Churnet Valley Railway.
A licensed Polar Express ride from Froghall in the Churnet Valley, with a steam-hauled return journey that picks up Santa. Families are encouraged to wear pyjamas.
| Dates | 7 Nov to 23 Dec 2026 |
|---|---|
| Days | Selected dates only |
| Departs From | Froghall ST10 2HA Open in Maps |
| Journey | just over an hour; allow about 1.5 hours for the whole visit |
| Includes | A theatrical ride to meet Santa, with hot chocolate and a cookie |
| Ages | Under 2s pay a flat fee and sit on a lap |
| Tickets and Price | Adults from £28.95. Per person, from 28.95 to 52.95 depending on date and time; under 2s pay a 3 pound flat fee, sit on a lap and get no seat, hot chocolate or cookie. |
| Booking | Book ahead: tickets are not sold on the night. Book on the official site |
| Organiser | Churnet Valley Railway. Official page |
| Hotels | Hotels near Froghall affiliate |
Checked against Churnet Valley Railway, 22 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 Spotted something out of date?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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