Audley End Miniature Railway Santa Special
Visitors board a train and ride through the glowing lights of the Enchanted Forest to Father Christmas' workshop, where Father Christmas and Mother Christmas personally greet each child and present them with a small gift. Families can stroll through Fulfen Forest, visit fairies and elves in their homes, make reindeer food, and post letters to the North Pole. The visit also includes a festive stage show, an adventure playground, and the Little Acorn Village.
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Plan Your Visit
Website / Tickets
When
Tickets
Adults: £23.50–£40.50; children over 92cm: £23.50–£40.50; children under 92cm: £11.75–£20.25; children under 1 year: free; essential companion ticket: £6.75. Toasting marshmallows and the carousel each have a small extra cost. Autism & SEND tickets are linked, but no price is stated for them.
Hours
Site opens 9am–8pm; activities start at 10:15am and start closing from 6:15pm. Arrive 30 minutes before your booked train slot.
Ages
All ages
Food & Drink
Woodland Cafes serve refreshments including hot chocolate, and marshmallow toasting is available for a small extra cost.
Parking
Park in the woodland car park. Disabled spaces are available in the main car park, but are limited at this time of year due to the carousel. Allow time to park and walk down to the site before admissions.
Accessibility
Accessible parking spaces are located in the main car park outside admissions, though spaces are limited during this event.
Going?
Location
Tips & Advice
- Book a train slot in advance because booking is essential and tickets cannot be bought on the day.
- Arrive 30 minutes before your booked train slot to allow time to park, walk to admissions and check in.
- You can arrive early and enjoy activities before your train, but allow time for the woodland car park walk to admissions.
- Use the main car park if you need a disabled parking space, and keep in mind that spaces are limited during the Christmas event.
- Bring extra money if you plan to toast marshmallows or ride the carousel, as each has an additional cost.
Special Events & Promotions
- Children under 1 year enter free.
- An essential companion ticket is available.
- The carousel costs extra.
- Toasting marshmallows costs extra.
Links & Contact
Run by Audley End Miniature Railway Ltd.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Christmas Special suitable for young children?
The visit is designed around family activities, and children under one year can attend for free. Each child meets Father Christmas and Mother Christmas and receives a small gift.
Do I need to book ahead, and can I buy tickets on the day?
Booking is essential, and tickets are not available to buy on the day. Book a train slot and arrive 30 minutes before it.
What activities are included in a visit?
The visit includes a festive train ride, a forest walk, reindeer-food making, letter writing, a stage show, an adventure playground and Little Acorn Village.
Is food available, and are any activities extra?
Woodland Cafes serve refreshments and hot chocolate. Toasting marshmallows and riding the carousel each have a small extra cost.
Where should I park, and are accessible spaces available?
Use the woodland car park, a short walk from admissions. Disabled spaces are in the main car park near admissions, but are limited during the Christmas event.
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