• Santa Specials Join us for a magical day out

Santa Specials At The Bluebell Railway

SANTA SPECIALS WILL RETURN IN 2024. THANK YOU TO EVERYONE WHO VISITED US AND TRAVELLED ON OUR TRAINS IN 2023.


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
  • Board your Santa Specials from one of two starting stations. You can join our services from either Sheffield Park (compartment trains) or East Grinstead (open seating trains). PLEASE CHECK CAREFULLY which station of departure.
  • Chocolate coins for you on board will be given out during your journey.
  • Drinks trolley will be available onboard these services.
  • 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.
  • Enjoy the traditional inclusive amusement attractions.
  • 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.
  • Rejoin your train to return to Sheffield Park or East Grinstead
  • Pick up Christmas gifts in our shops

The whole experience will take around 2 hours from Sheffield Park and 2 hours 15 minutes from East Grinstead.

When booking tickets, please check carefully for your required station of departure – Sheffield Park or East Grinstead.


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.

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