The Polar Express Train Ride at the Embsay & Bolton Abbey Steam Railway

The railway's licensed Polar Express experience departs Bolton Abbey station on selected dates from 13 November to 24 December 2026, replacing its traditional Santa trains. The roughly one-hour round trip includes hot chocolate and a cookie served by dancing chefs, golden tickets punched by the conductor, and a silver sleigh bell from Santa for every child.

What’s on

• Official Polar Express licensed event
• Hot chocolate and cookie on board
• Silver sleigh bell gift
• Runs from mid-November

Date shown is the organiser’s announced or expected date. Always check the official site before travelling a long way.

🎄 Santa trains sell out early: popular December dates at the big-name railways are usually gone by late October. See which trains still have seats →