Santa Specials: Llangollen Railway

About

tep aboard our most enchanting train of the year, where festive magic steams to life against the wintry beauty of the Dee Valley. The Santa Special is a treasured tradition at Llangollen Railway, offering families a splendidly nostalgic experience filled with wonder, warmth, and just the right sprinkle of Christmas cheer.
As our heritage locomotive chuffs gracefully through the frost-kissed countryside, children will be delighted to meet Santa Claus himself, who will make his way through the train with a special gift for every child! Grown-ups, meanwhile, can savour the seasonal joy with a complimentary mince pie and a warming tipple of mulled wine.

All the while, the carriages are decked in their festive finery, the steam swirls like fairy-tale snow, and carols hum gently in the background. It's a yuletide escape quite unlike any other.

What's Included:
A return journey through the picturesque Dee Valley aboard a steam-hauled heritage train.

Beautifully decorated carriages and a heart-warming festive atmosphere.

Ticket Options:

Open Carriage Seat Individual seat in our festively adorned open carriages. £32
1st Class Compartment A private 'First Class' compartment for up to 6 passengers, complete with table and elegant surroundings. £222
Standard Private Compartment A private 'Standard Class' compartment for up to 8 passengers, ideal for larger families or groups. £264
NEW for 2026! BOOK YOUR FOOD ONLINE.

Make your Santa Special visit even easier by pre-ordering your food when you book your tickets. Simply select your meals at checkout, collect your food token from Llangollen Station on arrival, and your freshly prepared food will be ready to collect at Carrog Station (Lapland) during your visit. It's a quick, convenient way to spend less time queuing and more time enjoying the magic of Christmas.

Wheelchair Access:

We are pleased to offer a limited number of wheelchair-accessible spaces. To ensure we provide the best experience, we kindly ask that you call 01978 860979 to reserve.

To help everyone enjoy a comfortable and magical journey this Christmas, please make sure you select the correct ticket type when booking.

Private Compartments are available only to customers who have purchased a Private Compartment ticket. If you have bought Open Carriage Seating in Coaches D or E but have accidentally selected seats in a Private Compartment, we may need to move your booking to the correct seating area.

This allows us to make the best use of the train and ensure as many families as possible can enjoy their festive journey.

Thank you for your understanding and for helping us keep everything running smoothly this Christmas