# The Polar Express Train Ride, Churnet Valley Railway 2026

> The Polar Express Train Ride, Churnet Valley Railway 2026 runs 7 November to 23 December 2026. Adults from £28.95. Times, booking and what to know, from the official page.

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SANTA TRAINS

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](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=53.0218,-1.9673) |
| 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](https://www.churnetvalleyrailway.co.uk/polar-express-train-ride) |
| Organiser | Churnet Valley Railway. [Official page](https://www.churnetvalleyrailway.co.uk/polar-express-train-ride) |
| Hotels | [Hotels near Froghall](https://www.stay22.com/allez/roam?aid=bobbleventures&lat=53.0218&lng=-1.9673&address=Froghall%2C%20UK&checkin=2026-11-07&checkout=2026-11-08&currency=GBP&campaign=bcm_santa_polar_express_churnet_valley_railway_top) [affiliate](https://bestchristmasmarkets.co.uk/affiliate-disclosure/) |

Checked against [Churnet Valley Railway](https://www.churnetvalleyrailway.co.uk/polar-express-train-ride), 22 October 2026. Times and prices can change: check the official page before you set off. Spotted something out of date? [Tell us](https://bestchristmasmarkets.co.uk/contact/).

## Where Is The Polar Express Train Ride, Churnet Valley Railway?

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Make a day of it: the closest Christmas markets with confirmed 2026 dates.

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