Illustration of Santa in a red suit sitting in an armchair as a small child shows him a paper list beside a lit fireplace (Santa Visits at Shillingstone Station)
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Santa Visits at Shillingstone Station

Children can meet Santa alongside his wife during their festive visit to the station. Every visiting child receives a gift to celebrate the season. Proceeds from the visits support the ongoing development and maintenance of the railway.

Sun, Dec 13, 2026 All ages

Plan Your Visit

Tickets

£5.50 per child; all proceeds go towards the development and maintenance of the railway.

Hours

11:00am to 3:00pm.

Parking

Car Park postcode DT11 0QY.

Location

Shillingstone Station · Station Road, Shillingstone, Blandford Forum, Dorset DT11 0SA, Station Rd, Shillingstone DT11 0SA Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 (5/5)

Best For

Families with young children

Vibe

Festive and family-focused

Energy Level

Low

Photo Friendly

Moderate

Weather Sensitivity

Moderate

Tips & Advice

  • Book through the café or phone while the station is open, as a parent or carer needs to arrange each child’s visit.
  • Use DT11 0QY as the car park postcode when navigating to the station.
  • Plan the visit around the child meeting Santa and receiving a gift, which is included for each visiting child.
  • Phone only on Wednesdays, Saturdays or Sundays, when the station is open for booking.

Special Events & Promotions

  • Santa visits with his wife on the event day.

Links & Contact

Run by North Dorset Railway

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can children meet Santa and receive a gift?

Yes. Children can meet Santa and his wife, and each visiting child can receive a gift.

How do I book a visit for a child?

A parent or carer should book through the café or by phone while the station is open.

Where should I park?

Use the car park postcode DT11 0QY for navigation.

What does the booking support?

Proceeds from the visits go toward the railway’s development and maintenance.

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