Day Out With Thomas Festive Celebration at East Anglian Railway Museum

All aboard for a day of adventure!ActivitiesEnjoy a full day of festive fun with the whole family, there’s so much to do.

Your ticket includes all the activities listed below plus, Thomas & Friends giveaways.Hop on board for unlimited rides behind Thomas, a REAL steam engine!Festive musical workshops, fun for all to dance, sing and interact with musical instrumentsVisit the festive craft zone, write a letter to Santa and decorate a festive cardMeet Santa inside his festive grottoThomas & Friends festive activity books for every childUnlimited rides behind DaisyUnlimited rides in the museum's trucks pulled by a diesel engineMeet Percy, Toby & HenriettaSay hello to Sir Topham HattWatch the exciting live shows with Sodor Station Sweepers Rusty & DustyExplore and have fun in the Thomas & Friends music cornerJoin in the Thomas & Friends character huntPlay with the Thomas & Friends garden gamesListen to the Thomas & Friends storytelling sessions with Sir Topham HattHave fun in the Play Pod with the Thomas & Friends toys, arts and craftsCapture your family memories with the Thomas & Friends photo opportunitiesEnjoy unlimited rides on the miniature railwayVisit the model railway exhibition featuring several Thomas & Friends charactersLook out for the balloon modellerHave fun in the railway themed playgroundHop on the picnic busPop along to the Thomas & Friends gift shop2026 Event Dates5th - 6th December12th - 13th December19th - 20th DecemberAdult:£20.90Adult + Under 2's (not including gift from Santa)£20.90Infant 1-2 Years (includes gift from Santa) :£8.80Child 2-17 Years (includes gift from Santa):£25.30FAQsDo I need to book my Thomas ride?No, you can enjoy unlimited rides on all trains all day.Do infants under two require a ticket?If you wish your infant to receive a gift from Santa, please purchase the infant ticket.

Otherwise infants under two are free.Do you have special pricing for carers?We allow one free carer per full paying ticket holder.

Please book by contacting Quaytickets on 0161 876 2199.Do I have to book in advance, and will tickets be available on the day?Booking online is strongly advised as our events tend to sell out in advance.

Tickets may be available on the day but call the railway directly on 01206 242524 to check before you travel.How long is the Thomas ride?Thomas rides are approximately 10 minutes long.How long are the additional Thomas & Friends character rides?Rides behind Daisy are approximately 10 minutes long.Will there be other trains available to travel on?You can ride in the museum trucks behind one of our diesels.Can I stay all day?Yes.

Your ticket allows you access to all the event activities between 10:00 - 16:00.

We recommend allowing at least 3 hours for your visit and please arrive in plenty of time for your booked visit to Santa.Does the event have disabled access and are you able to accommodate wheelchairs onboard the trains?The site is fully accessible to those arriving by car only.

Wheelchairs can be accommodated on all full size trains.Is there somewhere to eat and drink?There are plenty of onsite facilities and picnic areas.Can I bring my dog?Yes, but they must remain on the floor of the coaches.Will I meet Santa individually or in a group?Each Santa time slot will include up to 12 children, plus accompanying adultsI do not want to visit Santa, how will my child receive their present?Guests will be able to receive their gift, please ask a member of staff on arrival.How can I book a Santa visit for someone aged 17 or over?Families who wish for Adults over 17 to visit Santa please call Quaytickets on 0161 876 2199 to book your event tickets.If you have more questions about the Day Out With Thomas program, please visit the main FAQ page.Railway InformationOpening times10:00 - 16:00FacilitiesParking & TravelFree car parking is available onsite for up to 200 vehicles.

Bus services are a 10 minute walk away, and national rail services run direct to the Museum (not suitable for customers with access needs).AddressChappel & Wakes Colne StationStation RoadWakes ColneColchesterEssexC06 2ds