A magical adventure awaits at Horsted Keynes Station.

Travel by steam and into a world of wizardry as Horsted Keynes Station transforms into a spellbinding realm of enchantment and adventure.

Normally a bustling hub for steam trains, the station becomes the setting for a magical gathering where witches and wizards of all ages don their robes, clutch their wands, and set off on a day of discovery. From hands-on workshops and whimsical challenges to roaming magical creatures and spellbinding stalls, reality and fantasy blur into one unforgettable experience.

Your journey begins on board the vintage trains, with steam billowing around the platforms as you arrive at Horsted Keynes. The station buzzes with activity: potion bottles clink, wands are crafted, Quidditch games unfold, and mystical characters roam freely. Whether you’re mastering a new magical skill, hunting for Fantastic Beasts, or soaking up the atmosphere, this is a day where magic truly comes alive.

Your event ticket includes return travel on any service, so you can relax and enjoy the adventure at your own pace.

What’s included

Throughout the day, children will enjoy a rotating programme of magical activities, alongside free-flow experiences across the station.

Outdoor & free-flow experiences
  • Quidditch & Wizard Games in the paddock
  • Storytime Tent with magical tales
  • Giant Bubbles, Mythical Creatures & Characters
  • Fantastic Beasts Scavenger Hunt across all platforms
  • Magical Market Stalls selling treats and gifts
Magical indoor workshops
  • Potion Making Workshop (Ages 5+) – Create and bottle a magical potion to take home
  • Wand Making Workshop (Ages 4+) – Craft your own wizarding wand
  • Games & Photo Booth Room – Elf sock toss, Quidditch table game, and a giant photo frame with costumes and props

Details for the day

Workshops run in three timed sessions throughout the day. On arrival, children will be placed into small groups to rotate through the indoor workshops before enjoying free-flow activities around the station.

First Session
  • Arrive: 10:45am (via 10:30am from Sheffield Park)
  • Workshops open: 10:45am
  • Workshops close: 11.40am
  • Free-flow station & return trains: from 12:05pm
Second Session
  • Arrive: 12:00pm (via 11:45am from Sheffield Park)
  • Workshops open: 12.00pm
  • Workshops close: 1:05pm
  • Free-flow station & return trains: from 1:20pm
Final Session
  • Arrive: between 2:23pm – 2:40pm (depending on departure station and timetable)
  • Workshops open: 2:30pm
  • Workshops close: 3:40pm
  • Return services: from 3:47pm (depending on departure station and timetable)

Please do check timetable for updates to train services.

Prepare your robes, practise your spells, and get ready for a day where steam, storytelling, and sorcery collide. All aboard for a truly magical adventure at Horsted Keynes Station!