Illustration of Santa in a sleigh-shaped chair in a shopping arcade with a child holding a letter (Tinsel Train)
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Tinsel Train

Guests travel in a private first class compartment decorated for Christmas and filled with seasonal tunes. Onboard, porters serve refreshments to adults while children receive treats from a special helper. Colourful Christmas characters and Father Christmas visit each compartment, offering photo opportunities and gifts for children.

Dec 5 – Dec 20, 2026

Plan Your Visit

Tickets

Each compartment is £125 for up to 4 people; maximum 8 people per compartment, with extra group members at £30 each. All passengers must be paid and accounted for, from birth upwards. The ticket includes an adult seasonal cold drink (alcoholic or non-alcoholic) and a tasty treat; children aged 0–10 receive a personalised collectable soft toy, children aged 11–17 receive a festive goody bag, and every child receives a gingerbread person and soft drink.

Hours

10:00, 11:30, 13:00, 14:30 each day.

Ages

Birth to 17 years (most suited for 0-10 years)

Food & Drink

Adults are served a seasonal cold drink, alcoholic or non-alcoholic, and a treat; every child receives a gingerbread person and a soft drink.

Accessibility

One compartment per departure time offers wheelchair access and must be booked by phone.

Location

The Lakeside & Haverthwaite Railway · Haverthwaite Station, Nr Ulverston, Cumbria LA12 8AL Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 (5/5)

Best For

Families with children aged 3 to 10

Vibe

Festive and cozy

Energy Level

Low

Photo Friendly

High

Weather Sensitivity

Low

Tips & Advice

  • Be ready to book online when sales open on 4 November, because spaces are limited, they fill fast, and there are no refunds or transfers.
  • Have all your payment details ready before you book, because the secure system only processes payments when every detail is correct.
  • Leave pushchairs and car seats in the car, because there is no space for them on the train or in the station.
  • Come in Christmas jumpers, costumes or hats, and keep a seat free in your compartment for Father Christmas when he joins you.
  • Check your junk folder for your e-ticket, which is sent separately and can take up to five working days to arrive.

Links & Contact

Run by Lakeside & Haverthwaite Railway Co. Ltd

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Frequently Asked Questions

What ages is it best for?

It suits children aged 3 to 10 best, but all children are welcome. Every child from birth to 17 gets a gift.

What do children get?

Children aged 0 to 10 get a personalised collectable soft toy. Children aged 11 to 17 get a festive goody bag of treats. Every child also gets a gingerbread person and a soft drink from a special helper.

What do adults get?

A porter serves each adult a seasonal cold drink, alcoholic or non-alcoholic, and a tasty treat.

Can I bring a pushchair?

No. There's no space for pushchairs or car seats on the train or in the station, so leave them in your car.

Is there wheelchair access?

Yes. There's one wheelchair-accessible compartment on each departure. Phone the railway to book it.

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