West Lancashire Light Railway Santa Specials
Passengers take a return journey on a heritage steam train to see Father Christmas, his elves, and Santa's Christmas Magic Show. Children receive a gift from Santa along with a Christmas goody bag, while adults enjoy complimentary mince pies and mulled wine, fruit punch, or hot drinks. Hot food and beverages are also available to purchase from the Fireman's shovel railway wagon at Becconsall Station.
What to Expect
Heritage steam train journey to see Father Christmas and a magic show
Event Details
Duration
The heritage steam train return journey takes 40 minutes.
Ages
All ages
Timed Entry
Yes
Organizer
The West Lancashire Light Railway
Food & Drink
Adults receive complimentary mince pies and a choice of Christmas mulled wine, alcoholic or non-alcoholic fruit punch, or a hot drink; hot food and drinks are also available to buy from the Fireman's shovel railway wagon at Becconsall Station.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Families with young children
Vibe
Festive and family-friendly
Energy Level
Low
Budget
£
Photo Friendly
High
Weather Sensitivity
Moderate
Location
Know Before You Go
- Tickets: A compartment costs £90 and typically seats 4 adults and 4 children. Individual tickets cost £10 for adults and £15 for children; individual-ticket holders may share a compartment with another family. Children under 3 who do not require a gift from Santa and can travel on an adult's lap travel free. The ticket includes the 40-minute heritage steam train return journey, Father Christmas, his Elves and Santa's Christmas Magic Show. All children receive a gift and Christmas goody bag; adults receive free mince pies and a choice of Christmas mulled wine or Christmas fruit punch (alcoholic or non-alcoholic) or a hot drink. Hot food and drinks are available for sale at Becconsall Station. – Get tickets
- Hours: The first train departs at 10:30 am; trains depart every 45 minutes until 4.30 pm.
- Parking: Visitors are asked to allow time for their journey and car parking.
- Accessibility: Compartment 10 is fully accessible, wheelchair-friendly, and reserved for wheelchair users where Santa visits them.
Tips & Advice
- Book early, because tickets are limited and usually sell out quickly, and if no tickets show on the booking site they're sold out.
- Arrive on time and allow for traffic and parking, since your party may not get a seat if you miss your booked train.
- Dress for the weather on the day, because this is an outdoor event even though you ride in train compartments.
- Make sure every child ticket has at least one adult ticket in the same compartment, which is required for safety.
- Pick up hot food and drinks from the Fireman's shovel wagon at Becconsall Station before or after your ride.
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the ticket include?
A 40-minute return trip on a heritage steam train to see Father Christmas, his Elves and Santa's Christmas Magic Show. Every child gets a gift from Father Christmas and a Christmas goody bag. Adults get free mince pies and a choice of mulled wine, Christmas fruit punch (alcoholic or non-alcoholic) or a hot drink.
Do children under 3 need a ticket?
Children under 3 can travel free if they sit on an adult's lap and don't need a gift from Santa. Gifts are available for under-3s if you'd like one.
Is the train wheelchair accessible?
Compartment 10 is fully accessible and reserved for wheelchair users, and Santa comes to visit you there. It's in a fully glazed carriage, which has a restricted view of some activities on the Toyland platform.
Can we sit together as a group?
Book a whole compartment, which usually seats 4 adults and 4 children. If you buy individual tickets, you may share a compartment with another family.
Can we buy food at the station?
Yes, the Fireman's shovel railway wagon at Becconsall Station sells hot food and drinks.
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