{"id":3460,"date":"2021-10-21T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2021-10-21T00:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.dayoutwiththekids.co.uk/hub\/uncategorized\/the-polar-express-train-ride"},"modified":"2023-02-06T14:33:09","modified_gmt":"2023-02-06T14:33:09","slug":"the-polar-express-train-ride","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.dayoutwiththekids.co.uk/hub\/things-to-do\/the-polar-express-train-ride","title":{"rendered":"The Polar Express Train"},"content":{"rendered":"

Can you hear that? It’s the sound of a magical Christmas approaching… because there are only 6 more weeks till December! 6 more weeks till the night skies are illuminated with Christmas lights, the Christmas baking starts, the merry atmosphere of Christmas markets begin enveloping you and the sound of festive cheer singing in your ears.<\/span>
<\/span>But there’s no better way to really immerse yourself into the Christmas spirit than taking you and the family on a train ride of a lifetime…the Polar Express! <\/span><\/p>\n

\"“Poster\"<\/p>\n

Based on the beloved Christmas film, the whole family will love this Christmasy adventure. See the steam billowing from the train right in front of your eyes and take in the festivities on the train when welcomed aboard by the Polar Express conductor. There’s also nothing cosier than travelling on a train in your PJ’s, which is encouraged on the Polar Express, or you can wear a Christmas jumper instead! What a way to celebrate this holiday season with your family sipping on the sweetest of hot chocolates, nibbling on delectable cookies, singing along to Christmas songs with the Chefs from the film itself and listening to a reading of the original story. But the most magical part of the trip is yet to come…meeting Santa Claus! As the train reaches the ‘North Pole’ the jolly epitome of Christmas will climb on board and gift all of the lucky passengers a silver sleigh bell, just like in the film. The kids will be overjoyed to see Santa and they can even check out the Elve’s scanner to see who has been naughty or nice…<\/span><\/p>\n

However, the fun doesn’t stop there. Once you return to the station, the kids can write and post their letters to Santa and are welcome to colour in their favourite characters from the film! And finally, if you wished to take some Christmas treasures home to keep, take a peek at the gift shop! This is one adventure you don’t want to miss out on and the perfect way to start your Christmas season. <\/span><\/p>\n

\"“Santa\"<\/p>\n

The journey takes 1 hour, but it’s best to leave 2 – 2.5 hours to get the most out of the experience! Please see below for the locations that are currently available to purchase tickets to board the Polar Express Train: <\/span><\/p>\n

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  1. \n

    South Devon Railway<\/strong><\/p>\n

    Polar Express South Devon<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n

    When<\/strong>: 20th – 21st and 26th – 28th November 2021. <\/span>2nd – 5th, 9th – 12th and 15th – 23rd December 2021.<\/p>\n

    Where<\/strong>: South Devon Railway, The Station, Dartbridge Road, Buckfastleigh, Devon, TQ11 0DZ<\/span><\/p>\n

    Price<\/strong>: From £24.96 to £31.95 per person.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    Seaton Tramway<\/strong><\/p>\n

    Polar Express Seaton<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n

    When<\/strong>: 2nd – 28th November 2021. <\/span>3rd – 5th and 9th – 12th December 2021.<\/p>\n

    Where<\/strong>: Seaton Tramway, Harbour Road, Seaton, Devon, EX12 2NQ.<\/span><\/p>\n

    Price<\/strong>: From £29.95 per person. Under 2 – FREE.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    Telford Steam Railway<\/strong><\/p>\n

    The Polar Express Telford<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n

    When<\/strong>: 26th November to 23rd December 2021.<\/span><\/p>\n

    Where<\/strong>: The Old Loco Shed, Bridge Road, Horsehay, Telford, Shropshire, TF4 3UH.<\/span><\/p>\n

    Price<\/strong>: From £62.00 to £76.00 for 2 passengers (standard). And from £86.00 to £100.00 for 2 passengers (premium)<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    Mid Norfolk Railway Polar Express<\/strong><\/p>\n

    Polar Express Norfolk<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n

    When<\/strong>: 13th November to 23rd December 2021.<\/span><\/p>\n

    Where<\/strong>: The Railway Station, Station Road, Dereham, Norfolk, NR19 1DF.<\/span><\/p>\n

    Price<\/strong>: <\/b>From £26.00 (standard) to £39.00 (premium).<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    Churnet Valley Railway Polar Express<\/strong><\/p>\n

    Polar Express Train Ride at Churnet Valley Railway<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n

    When<\/strong>: 26th November to 23rd December 2021.<\/span><\/p>\n

    Where<\/strong>: Churnet Valley Railway, Kingsley and Froghall Station, Froghall, Staffordshire, ST10 2HA.<\/span><\/p>\n

    Price<\/strong>: From £24.95 – £34.95 per person. Under 2 – FREE.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    Cholsey and Wallingford Railway Polar Express<\/strong><\/p>\n

    The Polar Express Train Ride at Cholsey and Wallingford<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n

    When<\/strong>: 7th November to 23rd December 2021.<\/span><\/p>\n

    Where<\/strong>:<\/span> <\/span>Cholsey & Wallingford Railway, Wallingford Station, 5 Hithercroft Road, Wallingford, Oxfordshire, OX10 9GQ.<\/span><\/p>\n

    Price<\/strong>: From £24.95 to £36.95.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    \"“Singing\"<\/p>\n

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