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✨ Santa Specials 2026 ✨
Book for your truly magical Christmas adventure! We love Christmas at the Kent and East Sussex Railway and we have been welcoming families to meet Santa on our trains since 1974! There's nothing quite like the pleasure of a steam train ride knowing your child will meet Santa and receive a named gift, all without moving from the the comfort of your allocated seats. Sit back, relax and enjoy the journey!
This year, step aboard a festive steam train and embark on a picturesque journey through the wintry countryside, all while meeting Santa – without ever leaving the comfort of your seat.
Dates:
29th November: First train of the day is our award-winning Quiet Train for those who prefer a more relaxed experience
5th & 6th December
12th & 13th December
19th & 20th, December
23rd & 24th December, choose from various departures times during the day
Don't miss out on this magical experience! ✨ Book now and create lasting memories with your little ones.
| Season (29 Nov 2026) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Day | Times | |
| Sunday | 11:15 | - 16:15 |
| Season (5 Dec 2026) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Day | Times | |
| Saturday | 10:15 | - 16:15 |
| Season (6 Dec 2026) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Day | Times | |
| Sunday | 10:15 | - 16:15 |
| Season (12 Dec 2026) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Day | Times | |
| Saturday | 10:15 | - 16:15 |
| Season (13 Dec 2026) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Day | Times | |
| Sunday | 10:15 | - 16:15 |
| Season (19 Dec 2026) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Day | Times | |
| Saturday | 10:15 | - 16:15 |
| Season (20 Dec 2026) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Day | Times | |
| Sunday | 10:15 | - 16:15 |
| Season (23 Dec 2026) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Day | Times | |
| Wednesday | 10:15 | - 16:15 |
| Season (24 Dec 2026) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Day | Times | |
| Thursday | 10:15 | - 14:15 |
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