Our trains are formed of heritage 1960s / 1970s diesel locomotives and carriages, operated by Weardale Railway under ownership of The Auckland Project.
This is an hour long moving train, with live cast and crew performing on board, to a narrated Christmas story. There will be singing (some familiar Christmas tunes, and some special new Santa Express tunes) and dancing. Lots of festive giggles, and innuendos, panto style. With lots of interaction built in and very much encouraged, and lots of ad-libbing along the way as our Christmas Story unfolds throughout the PA system. Guests do not depart at the half way mark. All guests stay on board at all times. We will be joined on board half way, by Santa, Mrs Claus and their workshop elves who will speak to each child and present them with a gift along the return journey. You will also receive a lovely hot chocolate and a sweet treat, and depending upon which package you have booked, either a present for each child, and in VIP also a souvenir for the family.
The train moves, we cover around 10 miles of line on the journey. Should we experience any difficulties with the train, we reserve the right to replace the carriages and locomotives, make changes to the schedule, if we are unable to fix the mechanical problem in time for your scheduled train we may offer an alternative date/time. No refunds will be given unless we cancel the train completely.
