The Rathwood Santa Train Experience
Visitors board the Rathwood Express for a train ride through a twinkling forest to a festive live show inside the Big Top. Families stop at the reindeer farm to see Santa's reindeer and visit Santa's Toy Workshop, where each child receives an early Christmas present. The journey also includes hot chocolate and a cosy personal meeting with Santa Claus in his home.
What to Expect
Train ride through a twinkling forest to a Big Top show.
Event Details
Ages
All ages
Timed Entry
Yes
Organizer
Rathwood
Food & Drink
Each child receives a hot chocolate.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Families with young children
Vibe
Festive and magical
Energy Level
Moderate
Photo Friendly
High
Weather Sensitivity
Moderate
Location
Know Before You Go
- Parking: Plenty of parking is available on-site.
Tips & Advice
- Book online early, because some dates are already marked as filling fast and some time slots have sold out.
- Buy some reindeer food for the visit to Santa's Reindeer Farm so the children can feed the reindeer themselves.
- Leave time after meeting Santa for the Rathwood Funfair, an optional extra with rides and games, including the Dumbo ride.
- Dress the family warmly, because the Rathwood Express takes you on a train ride through the forest to the Big Top.
- Families with babies will find baby changing facilities and toilets on site, plus cafés for a break between activities.
Special Events & Promotions
- Reindeer food to buy so your family can feed Santa's reindeer yourselves
- Rathwood Funfair rides and games as an optional extra after your Santa visit
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the visit include?
You take a train ride through the forest to the Big Top for a Christmas show made by the team behind The Late Late Toy Show. You also visit Santa's Reindeer Farm and his Toy Workshop, then meet Santa in his home. Every child gets a hot chocolate and an early Christmas present.
Can the kids feed the reindeer?
Yes. You can buy reindeer food so your family can feed Santa's reindeer yourselves.
Is there more to do after seeing Santa?
Yes. The Rathwood Funfair has rides and games, including the Dumbo ride, as an optional extra.
What facilities are on site?
There are cafés, toilets and baby changing facilities, plus plenty of parking.
How do I book?
Book online: pick Santa 2026, then choose a date and time slot.
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