SANTA TRAINS
Romney, Hythe & Dymchurch Railway Santa Specials 2026
28 Nov to 24 Dec 2026, Romney, Hythe & Dymchurch Railway, New Romney station.
The railway's Santa Specials, running since 1981: a miniature steam train ride from New Romney to Hythe and back, with a grotto visit, a magician and a gift for every child.
| Dates | 28 Nov to 24 Dec 2026 |
|---|---|
| Times | Trains depart at 9.30am, 11.10am, 12.50pm, 2.20pm and 4pm |
| Departs From | New Romney TN28 8PL Open in Maps |
| Journey | a train journey from New Romney to Hythe and back |
| Includes | Visit to Santa and his elves in the grotto, a magician, a gift for each child, seasonal refreshments, and the Model Railway Exhibition |
| Ages | A gift for each child aged 0 to 17; for under 1s the gift is optional at 15 pounds, or free if you prefer memories only |
| Booking | Book ahead: tickets are not sold on the night. Book on the official site |
| Organiser | Romney, Hythe & Dymchurch Railway. Official page |
| Hotels | Hotels near New Romney affiliate |
Checked against Romney, Hythe & Dymchurch 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 Spotted something out of date?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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