When is this event?
Create enchanted memories for all the family with a festive steam ride on the Santa Train at Strathspey Railway – The home of Highland Steam. Steaming through the beautiful Cairngorm National Park, entertained by our festive elves and a visit from the man himself Santa Claus!
Book your own table to share with family or friends, on one of our heritage railway carriages and experience a magical trip.
Treat yourself to a festive light lunch or indulge in a festive afternoon tea. For an extra special experience, upgrade to an exclusive First-Class compartment.
Children (2-15) on all services, will receive a special pack containing a festive gingerbread man, activity book, souvenir railway bauble and pin badge.
Journey time (Aviemore to Broomhill and return) 1h 30m
Departures available:
12:30 – Take in the wintery landscape, of the Cairngorms National Park, as you steam along our Highland Heritage line. Treat yourselves to a Festive Light Lunch, or for that extra special experience, upgrade to a First-Class Celebration Festive Lunch, in your own exclusive compartment.
14:40* – Experience the Highland winter golden hour, as you steam along our Highland Heritage line. As the daylight fades, experience the sparkle of Christmas, with our festive lights. Indulge in a Festive Afternoon Tea or for an extra special experience, upgrade to a First-Class Celebration Afternoon Tea, in your own exclusive compartment. *14:40 service unavailable on Friday 6th and 13th.
17:00 – Experience the sparkle of Christmas, on a winters evening, cosy in our festive trains. Indulge in a Festive Afternoon Tea or for an extra special experience, upgrade to a First-Class Celebration Afternoon Tea, in your own exclusive compartment.
Spot the festive displays, along the line, as you steam through the Highland landscape. Sing along and be entertained by our mischievous elves and say hello to Santa Claus himself!
Scheduled dates:
November: Sat 30th December: Sun 1st, Fri 6th, Sat 7th, Sun 8th, Fri 13th, Sat 14th, Sun 15th, Thurs 19th, Fri 20th, Sat 21st, Sun 22nd, Mon 23rd
SANTA STANDARD – Table (seats 4) – £80
Price for up to 4 but if you are a family of 5 and would like to snuggle up, you can choose to add an extra child (2-15) for an additional charge of £10
Children (2-15) on all services, will receive a special pack containing a festive gingerbread man, activity book, souvenir railway bauble and pin badge.
Spot the festive displays, along the line, as you steam through the Highland landscape. Sing along and be entertained by our onboard mischievous elves and say hello to Santa Claus himself!
FIRST CLASS CELEBRATION FESTIVE LUNCH – Your own Exclusive compartment (seats 4) £200
Price for up to 4 but if you are a family of 5 and would like to snuggle up, you can choose to add an extra Child (2-15) for an additional charge of £25
Choose from Festive themed soups like butternut squash or traditional hearty broths combined with turkey and Cranberry, Hummus and Roast Parsnip sandwiches followed by mince pie and brandy butter accompanied by a celebratory glass of prosecco or for that highland twist a wee dram.
Child friendly options with, Turkey, cheese sandwiches, festive cookies, and cake, sparkling apple juice or butterbeer.
Children (2-15) on all services, will receive a special pack containing a festive gingerbread man, activity book, souvenir railway bauble and pin badge.
Spot the festive displays, along the line, as you steam through the Highland landscape. Sing along and be entertained by our onboard mischievous elves and say hello to Santa Claus himself!
FESTIVE LIGHT LUNCH – Table (seats 4) – £150
Price for up to 4 but if you are a family of 5 and would like to snuggle up, you can choose to add an extra child (2-15) or an additional charge of £15
Choose from Festive themed soups like butternut squash or traditional hearty broths combined with turkey and Cranberry, Hummus and Roast Parsnip sandwiches followed by mince pie and brandy butter accompanied by tea/coffee.
Child friendly options with, Turkey, cheese sandwiches, festive cookies, and cake.
Children (2-15) on all services, will receive a special pack containing a festive gingerbread man, activity book, souvenir railway bauble and pin badge.
Spot the festive displays, along the line, as you steam through the Highland landscape. Sing along and be entertained by our onboard mischievous elves and say hello to Santa Claus himself!
FIRST CLASS CELEBRATION AFTERNOON TEA Your own Exclusive compartment (seats 4) – £240
Price for up to 4 but if you are a family of 5 and would like to snuggle up, you can choose to add an extra Child (2-15) for an additional charge of £45
Festive themed afternoon tea with turkey and cranberry, hummus and roast parsnip sandwiches, scones, mince pie, brandy butter, shortbread, and festive cakes, accompanied by a celebratory glass of prosecco or for that highland twist a wee dram.
Child friendly options with snowman cookies, marshmallows, sparkling apple juice or butterbeer.
Children (2-15) on all services, will receive a special pack containing a festive gingerbread man, activity book, souvenir railway bauble and pin badge
Spot the festive displays, along the line, as you steam through the Highland landscape. Sing along and be entertained by our onboard mischievous elves and say hello to Santa Claus himself!
FESTIVE AFTERNOON TEA – Table (seats 4) – £190
Price for up to 4 but if you are a family of 5 and would like to snuggle up, you can choose to add an extra Child (2-15) for an additional charge of £30
Festive themed afternoon tea with turkey and cranberry, hummus and roast parsnip sandwiches, scones, mince pie, brandy butter, shortbread, and festive cakes, accompanied by accompanied by tea/coffee.
Child friendly options with snowman cookies, marshmallows and juice.
Children (2-15) on all services, will receive a special pack containing a festive gingerbread man, activity book, souvenir railway bauble and pin badge
Spot the festive displays, along the line, as you steam through the Highland landscape. Sing along and be entertained by our onboard mischievous elves and say hello to Santa Claus himself!
OBSERVATION CARRIAGE – £32pp
Travel in style in our art deco carriage, with panoramic, wrap around windows, comfy armchairs, complimentary tea, coffee and mince pies, served by the carriages exclusive, onboard steward.
Children (2-15) on all services, will receive a special pack containing a festive gingerbread man, activity book, souvenir railway bauble and pin badge
Spot the festive displays, along the line, as you steam through the Highland landscape. Sing along and be entertained by our onboard mischievous elves and say hello to Santa Claus himself!
OBSERVATION CARRIAGE AND DRAM – £37pp
Travel in style in our Art Deco carriage, with panoramic, wrap around windows, comfy armchairs, a wee dram (butterbeer for the kids) and mince pies, served by the carriages exclusive, onboard steward.
Children (2-15) on all services, will receive a special pack containing a festive gingerbread man, activity book, souvenir railway bauble and pin badge
Spot the festive displays, along the line, as you steam through the Highland landscape. Sing along and be entertained by our onboard mischievous elves and say hello to Santa Claus himself!
Where is this event being held?
Platform 3 Aviemore Railway Station
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