Santa Specials At The Bluebell Railway
Nothing stops Santa visiting the Bluebell Railway!
After our successful season last year, we aim to give you another wonderful festive experience with all the traditional sights, sounds and aromas of Christmas.
- Get into the mood with some Christmas music while having your tickets checked
- Enjoy your very own cosy compartment for your group this year on the Santa Special
- Board your Santa Specials from one of two starting stations. You can join our services from either Sheffield Park or on selected dates from East Grinstead. PLEASE CHECK CAREFULLY which station of departure
- Chocolate coins will be given to all children to be enjoyed on their journey
- Drinks trolley will be available onboard some services from Sheffield Park. Although there are outlets on all stations where drinks can be purchase and taken away with you for the journey
- Enjoy the trip to Horsted Keynes through the winter countryside
- Visit Santa in his parlour with an opportunity for a photo
- Collect your special present from Santa- Follow your special route to Santa’s Parlour where you will meet him and get your present. Photos will be possible
- Your ticket includes traditional fairground amusements
- Take time for a glass of delicious Mulled Wine on sale in the Pantry & The Buffet at Horsted Keynes. Festive treats will be available too.
- Pick up Christmas gifts in our shops
- Climb back onboard your train to return to Sheffield Park or East Grinstead
The whole experience will take around 2 hours.
When booking tickets, please check carefully for your required station of departure and event arrival time – Sheffield Park or East Grinstead.
East Grinstead services will on operate on these days: December 8th, 15th, 22nd and 24th
Please be aware that some of the attractions which will be available are not undercover so please ensure that you bring suitable winter clothing for potential inclement weather conditions.
There are companies that sell car parking space in Sainsburys Car Park, next to East Grinstead station for customers wishing to drive to this location.
Click HERE for Horizon Spaces.
Click HERE for Just Park.
FAQs
Do I Buy Tickets Per Person Or Per Compartment Or Seats?
Tickets are per compartment except for the wheelchair-accessible coach, where seating is available individually. Compartment capacity does not include children on laps, if all seats are filled in your compartment, any infants on laps will require a ticket £8 for the event.
Will I have to share my compartment?
No - tickets are sold per compartment and groups will not be sharing with other parties.
What is the difference between a first and third class compartment?
First class compartments contain plusher seats and are more luxurious.
Will there be toilets on the train?
Toilets are available at all stations, but not on all Santa Trains.
Are there any discounts available?
Carers accompanying a registered disabled passenger are required to purchase an 'Adult' or 'Child with Accompanying Carer' discounted ticket. These are only available for the wheelchair-accessible coach. Please contact customer services via enquiries@bluebell-railway.com
Is this service accessible?
Yes. If you would like to book, please email enquiries@bluebell-railway.com
Can I bring my dog?
Dogs are not permitted on this service.
Is there a cost for the amusement rides at Horsted Keynes?
No
What are the ages for presents?
Children aged 0 - 14 will be given presents. We have presents for 0 - 2-year-olds, 3 - 5 year olds, 6-7 year olds and 8+ year olds.
Is there a car park?
We have a car park at Sheffield Park. If you are booked for the East Grinstead services, you can park in pay and displays in the town, or catch the National Rail service to East Grinstead - our station is a very short walk away.
Is there a car park?
We have a car park at Sheffield Park. If you are booked for the East Grinstead services, you can park in pay and displays in the town, or catch the National Rail service to East Grinstead - our station is a very short walk away.
Will there be platform only tickets?
Platform only tickets are not available during Santa Special services.
Can I take my pram/pushchair on the train?
We're sorry but it isn't possible to take prams/buggies/pushchairs onto our trains during this event. These may be left in the care of the station staff at the departure station
