A steam locomotive stands in snow at Quorn and Woodhouse station during a Great Central Railway winter gala, steam and snowfall merging in the cold air.
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Tinsel Trains at Lakeside & Haverthwaite Railway

📅 Selected dates, 5 Dec – 20 Dec 2026📍 Haverthwaite Station, Lakeside & Haverthwaite Railway, CumbriaLA12 8AL

Families book a private compartment for a roughly one-hour festive trip from Haverthwaite, with departures at 10.00, 11.30, 13.00 and 14.30. Father Christmas visits each compartment to hand out presents and pose for photos; adults get a seasonal drink and treat, under-11s a personalised soft toy and 11-17s a goody bag. Runs 5-6, 12-13 and 19-20 December 2026.

What’s on

  • Private compartment per family group
  • Father Christmas visits every compartment with presents
  • Personalised soft toy for children aged 0-10
  • Tickets go on sale 10am, 4 November 2026
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