Illustration of Santa in a knitted red suit in a wooden armchair as two small children show him paper lists by a fireplace (Santa Special)

Santa Special

Passengers take a ride aboard the diesel Santa Special train before visiting Mr & Mrs Claus in their grotto. Children receive a complimentary juice drink and biscuits during the visit. Adults are served tea or coffee accompanied by a mince pie.

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Plan Your Visit

When

Tickets

£13.50. The description mentions a complimentary juice drink and biscuits for children, and tea or coffee with a mince pie for adults.

Hours

11:00 on December 5 to 16:00 on December 6.

Ages

All ages

Food & Drink

Children receive complimentary juice and biscuits, while adults are served tea or coffee with a mince pie.

Going?

Location

Rushden Railway Station · Station Approach, RUSHDEN, Northamptonshire NN10 0AW, United Kingdom Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 (5/5)

Best For

Families with young children

Vibe

Festive and cozy

Energy Level

Low

Photo Friendly

Moderate

Weather Sensitivity

Moderate

Tips & Advice

  • Book through TicketSource and note that seats are allocated around tables of four when choosing your booking.
  • Decide whether a baby under 12 months will receive a present, as the ticket option depends on that choice.
  • Allow time for both the diesel train ride and the grotto visit when planning your outing.
  • Keep the refreshments in mind: children receive juice and biscuits, while adults are served tea or coffee and a mince pie.

Special Events & Promotions

  • Babies under 12 months are admitted free without a present.
  • Babies under 12 months can attend with a present for a separate ticket.
  • A private table is arranged for every four seats.

Links & Contact

Run by Rushden Historical Transport Society

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Frequently Asked Questions

What happens during the Santa Special?

Passengers ride the diesel train and then visit Mr and Mrs Claus in their grotto.

Are refreshments included?

Children receive a juice drink and biscuits; adults are served tea or coffee with a mince pie.

How is the seating arranged?

Seats are arranged around tables of four, so check the table grouping when booking.

Should I book ahead?

Tickets are available online through TicketSource.

Is there a free option for babies?

Babies under 12 months can attend free without a present; a ticket option applies if they are to receive a present.

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