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SANTA SPECIAL

Quick Details

  • Duration: 2.15 hours
  • Ages: All ages
  • Accessibility : We have wheelchair-friendly spaces available on every service. To book an accessible space, and any accompanying open carriage seats for your party, please telephone the office on 01978 860979 during normal office hours.
  • This Christmas : Step aboard our festively decorated steam service at Llangollen Station for a magical journey along the scenic River Dee to our winter wonderland at ‘Lapland’ (Carrog Station).

Open Carriage Seat

£ 30

1st Class Private Compartment

For a maximum of 6 Passengers

£ 210

Standard Private Compartment

For a maximum of 8 Passengers

£ 250

Welcome to your magical Santa Special experience, where the spirit of Christmas comes alive on a festive steam train journey through the enchanting Dee Valley!

Santa and his elves have been hard at work all year, crafting the perfect holiday adventure for you and your family. We hope your visit creates unforgettable memories that will keep you coming back year after year, and generation after generation.

Your magical journey begins at Llangollen Station’s Christmas Wonderland, where festive lights and holiday cheer fill the air. As the steam locomotive puffs its way along the River Dee toward ‘Lapland’ (Carrog Station), you’ll enjoy a festive drink and a mince pie while soaking in the sights of the wintery Welsh landscape.

During the ride, Santa himself will make a special appearance, joined by his playful elves, to personally deliver gifts to all the children. Meanwhile, our mischievous Jester will sprinkle a dash of magic and laughter to ensure everyone, young and old, enjoys the festive fun!

Once you reach ‘Lapland,’ step into Santa’s Grotto, snap a family photo with Santa and the elves, and soak up the holiday atmosphere before your return journey to Llangollen.

This is a ticketed event and all passengers must have a valid ticket to travel: We respectfully ask that all infants traveling in our Adult & Infant ticket are under 12 months old. All children 12 months and over must have a valid ticket to travel and pay full fare.

We have wheelchair-friendly spaces available on every service. To book an accessible space, and any accompanying open carriage seats for your party, please telephone the office on 01978 860979 during normal office hours.

Traveling to Llangollen by Car: We advise that you arrive at least 45 mins before departing so you can find a parking space and arrive at the station half an hour before departure.