Santa Express

Travel from Cheltenham Race Course Station to the North Pole (at Winchcombe) where you’ll meet Santa and his elves in a magical Winter Wonderland.

Travel from Cheltenham Race Course Station  to the North Pole (Winchcombe) where you’ll meet Santa and his elves in a magical winter wonderland. .

Travel by loco-hauled train from Cheltenham to the North Pole (at Winchcombe) to meet Santa and then back to Cheltenham.
Walk through a Christmas wonderland and visit Santa in his grotto.
Complimentary hot mince pies, hot and cold drinks, biscuits and fruit available from the Coffee Pot Café, with seating in a heated marquee.
Top quality presents for the children.
Babies under 1 year old require a ticket but travel free and receive a nominal present only.
Limited facilities for those with disabilities on the trains – please telephone before booking to confirm that there is space on your chosen train.
Your Santa experience lasts about two and a quarter hours (but allow longer in case of unexpected delays).
We regret that dogs are not permitted on the Santa Express. This does not apply to assistance dogs.
Please note, this is a family event and not suitable for all-adult bookings.
Free parking at Cheltenham Race Course Station.
Great photo opportunities: Santa’s Sleigh, by the Loco, Selfie Frames