The Polar Express™ Train Ride 2026

Experience THE POLAR EXPRESS 2025
Christmas Train Ride
with Churnet Valley RailwayThis just-over-an-hour-long family-friendly adventure departs from Froghall Station on the Churnet Valley Line in
Staffordshire, from where it heads directly towards the Frozen North to pick Santa Claus up for the return journey.
Onboard, guests are treated to a festive polar extravaganza true to the book and movie, down to the very last drop
Of hot chocolate.Our annual trip to the North Pole makes an ideal early Christmas surprise for families, groups of friends travelling
with kids, care and retirement homes, and anyone else ready to believe in the magic of Christmas.Secure your tickets and remember to pack your pyjamas; we’re off to meet Santa abroad THE POLAR EXPRESS.What to Expect Aboard THE POLAR EXPRESS Christmas Train RideGuests aboard THE POLAR EXPRESS en route to the North Pole can expect a wild and memorable adventure, but
Let's back up for a second.The fun starts on our platform as dozens of pyjama-clad families eagerly wait for our stunningly preserved vintage
Locomotive to steam into view-our expert engineer elves having spent a lot of time transforming it into a festive
version of the iconic Pere Marquette 1225, the train that inspired the story. Churnet Valley Railway is proud
to be the only operator in the UK offering this experience powered by an authentic American-built steam
Locomotive.Our passengers are guided to their tables, seated, and given a second to take in the magic. Shortly thereafter
we're off to the North Pole (conveniently located just a few miles to the North) while enjoying everything
Churnet Valley Railway's Polar Express is famous for:Immersive, interactive, panto-style live entertainmentSinging and dancing chefsThe Polar Express story as told by the characters who lived itRich and creamy hot chocolate with a crispy, crunchy Christmas cookieSanta and any gifts he might happen to have on him-maybe the first gift of the season? Perhaps a silver bell
taken straight from Santa’s personal sleight?... And more!