Visit Santa by Train at Colne Valley Railway

Children ride a train through the Essex countryside at Castle Hedingham to meet Santa in his grotto, where every child chooses a gift. Tickets include the train ride, grotto visit, gift and unlimited on-site access for the rest of the day, including the workshop. Runs every December weekend (5-6, 12-13, 19-20) plus Tuesday 22 and Wednesday 23 December 2026.

What’s on

• Train ride, grotto visit and gift included in the ticket
• Every child chooses their own present
• Unlimited site access for the rest of your visit day
• Runs December weekends plus 22-23 December