Festive Express Railway Experience
Visitors board the Festive Express for a steam and tinsel-powered mission to save Christmas alongside the elves of Exbury. The 30-minute live-action, interactive journey features elf mischief, holiday singalongs, and traditional festive jokes.
What to Expect
An interactive 30-minute steam train adventure with Exbury's mischievous elves.
Event Details
Duration
30 minutes.
Ages
All ages
Organizer
Exbury Gardens Ltd.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Families with young children
Vibe
Festive and playful
Energy Level
Low
Photo Friendly
Moderate
Weather Sensitivity
Moderate
Location
Know Before You Go
- Tickets: £10 per person, or £9 for Friends of Exbury members. Children under 3 are free. Christmas Fair tickets are required in addition to train tickets to ride the Festive Express. – Get tickets
- Accessibility: The train experience has some flashing lights.
Tips & Advice
- Buy a Christmas Fair ticket alongside your Festive Express train ticket, because you need both to ride the train.
- If you're a Friends of Exbury member, book as a member to get the lower ticket price for the Festive Express.
- Children under 3 ride free, so you only need paid train tickets for older children and adults.
- If anyone in your group is sensitive to flashing lights, be aware that the Festive Express experience has some flashing lights.
Special Events & Promotions
- Friends of Exbury members pay a reduced price for Festive Express tickets.
- Children under 3 ride free.
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a Christmas Fair ticket as well?
Yes. To ride the Festive Express, you need a Christmas Fair ticket as well as your train ticket.
What happens on board?
You join the elves of Exbury on a steam-and-tinsel-powered mission to save Christmas. Expect lots of elf mischief, a Christmas singalong and plenty of very old jokes.
How long is the ride?
It's a 30-minute live-action, interactive experience.
Is it suitable for anyone sensitive to flashing lights?
The Festive Express experience has some flashing lights.
Is this the same as the Christmas Night Train?
No. The Christmas Night Train is a separate event on the evenings of 30 November to 4 December.
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