Illustration of two friends at an afternoon tea with tiered cake stands by a decorated window (Christmas Dining Train)

Christmas Dining Train

2026 dates not announced yet. Details are from 2025.

A Christmas dining experience takes place on the Keighley & Worth Valley Railway. A steam train journey through the Worth Valley includes a complimentary glass of fizz and live festive entertainment. The event concludes with a two-course meal at The Old Parcels Office in Keighley.

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Website / Tickets

buy2.myonlinebooking.co.uk

Tickets

$$

Ages

Child price available for under 12s

Featured Performers

  • Natalie Rose

Food & Drink

Two-course festive meal, starter served on train, main course and dessert at The Old Parcels Office. Complimentary glass of fizz or non-alcoholic alternative. On-train bar available on selected services serving hot & cold drinks, real ale, wines, and spirits.

Parking

Car parks are available at Keighley, Ingrow West, Oakworth, Haworth, and Oxenhope stations. Keighley Station has limited free parking (voucher required). Haworth Station has pay & display parking. Ingrow West and Oxenhope have large free parking areas. Oakworth has a small, uneven free car park. Damems Station is not accessible by road.

Accessibility

Historic railway carriages have steps for boarding and alighting. Dining train carriages are unable to accommodate wheelchair passengers. A small ramp can aid limited mobility, but passengers must walk to their seats along a narrow walkway. Assistance dogs are welcome on all KWVR trains.

Going?

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 ⚪ (4/5)

Best For

Couples, families, groups celebrating the holidays

Vibe

Festive, nostalgic, celebratory

Energy Level

Moderate

Photo Friendly

📷 📷 📷 📷 📷 (4/5)

Weather Sensitivity

Low

Tips & Advice

  • Arrive at Keighley Station at least 20 minutes before your scheduled departure time to allow for check-in and boarding.
  • While assistance dogs are welcome on other services, they are not permitted on the Christmas Dining Train due to carriage restrictions.
  • The event offers vegan, vegetarian, or gluten-free menus, but cannot accommodate other dietary intolerances or specific menu alterations.
  • Your ticket includes an unlimited Day Rover, so plan to arrive early or stay later to explore the railway's stations and museums.
  • Book tickets at least three days in advance to potentially save on the Day Rover portion of your ticket, though specific dining train slots may have limited availability.

Special Events & Promotions

  • Complimentary glass of fizz or non-alcoholic alternative
  • Unlimited Day Rover included
  • Live festive entertainment

Links & Contact

Run by Keighley and Worth Valley Railway Preservation Society

Website / Tickets Contact

Christmas Events Near Me is an independent guide, not the organizer of this event. For tickets, entries, vendor spots or questions, contact the organizer directly through their contact page.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is included in the Christmas Dining Train ticket?

Each ticket includes a steam train journey, a complimentary glass of fizz or non-alcoholic alternative, live festive entertainment, a two-course meal at The Old Parcels Office, and an unlimited Day Rover for travel on other services.

Can I make special dietary requests for the meal?

They offer Vegan, Vegetarian, or Gluten-Free menus. However, they are unable to accommodate other food intolerances or specific menu alterations.

Is the Christmas Dining Train accessible for wheelchair users?

No, the historic carriages are not suitable for wheelchair users. Passengers with limited mobility can be assisted with a small ramp, but must be able to walk to their seats.

Can I bring my dog on the Christmas Dining Train?

Due to the age and delicate nature of the carriages used for Christmas Dining, dogs are not permitted. Assistance dogs are welcome on all other KWVR trains.

What time should I arrive for my booking?

Guests should arrive at Keighley Station at least 20 minutes before their scheduled departure time for check-in and boarding.

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