Mince Pie Specials
Visitors ride in steam-heated carriages pulled by heritage steam trains traveling through the picturesque Worth Valley. Along the journey, passengers enjoy a complimentary mince pie and have unlimited travel to explore the railway's historic stations. Most services also convey a real-ale buffet car serving hand-pumped local cask ales, hot drinks, and light snacks.
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Plan Your Visit
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When
Tickets
On the day / online 3 days in advance: Adult £24.00 / £21.60; Child (5-15) £12.00 / £10.80; Child under 5 FREE / FREE. Family offers: One Adult & One Child £30.00 / £27.00; Two Adults & Three Children £60.00 / £54.00. Resident Railcard & Members: £12.00 on the day, online N/A. Well-behaved dogs travel free on standard passenger services.
Hours
Mon-Thu and Sun 09.00–17.00; Fri-Sat 09.00–19.00.
Ages
All ages
Food & Drink
Passengers receive a complimentary mince pie; most trains also have a real-ale bar car serving ales, teas, coffees, soft drinks, wines, spirits and snacks.
Accessibility
A specially adapted carriage provides step-free access for wheelchair users, and accessible toilets are located at Keighley, Haworth, and Oxenhope stations.
Pets
Well-behaved dogs travel free on standard passenger services. Dogs must be kept on a lead on railway property and kept off the seats.
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Tips & Advice
- Wrap up warm for the railway outing; Christmas jumpers are optional.
- Pre-book online if you prefer, or turn up and travel on the day; full-line return tickets are sold at booking offices on the day.
- Look for the coffee cup symbol in the timetable notes to see which services carry the onboard bar car.
- Tell station staff if boarding at Damems, and speak to the Guard before the train leaves the previous station if you want to get off there.
- Keep dogs on a lead throughout railway property and off the seats while travelling.
Special Events & Promotions
- Children under 5 travel free.
- Family ticket offers are available.
- Members and Resident Railcard holders can get discounted fares on the day.
- Residents of BD16, BD18, BD20, BD21 or BD22 can apply for a Resident Railcard for reduced fares.
- Online tickets booked three days in advance are offered at a lower price than tickets bought on the day.
Links & Contact
Run by Keighley and Worth Valley Railway Preservation Society Limited
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Frequently Asked Questions
What can I do during the Mince Pie Specials?
Ride steam-hauled trains through the Worth Valley, enjoy a complimentary mince pie and use a Day Rover for unlimited travel to explore the railway’s stations.
Can I buy tickets on the day, or should I book ahead?
You can pre-book online or turn up and travel on the day. Full-line returns are sold at booking offices on the day, alongside single and return fares.
What food and drinks are available on the railway?
A complimentary mince pie is offered, and the onboard Real Ale Bar Car serves hot and soft drinks, ales, wines, spirits and treats. Some station cafés and buffets also serve food and drinks.
Is the train accessible, and are dogs allowed?
An adapted accessible carriage with step-free access is in service throughout the event. Accessible toilets are at Keighley, Haworth and Oxenhope, and volunteers can assist with boarding. Well-behaved dogs are welcome on standard passenger services; keep them on a lead and off the seats.
How do I use the Damems request stop?
Tell station staff if you want to board at Damems. To get off there, speak to the Guard before the train leaves the previous station.
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