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Santa Trains

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 or First-Class compartment 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.

Find out More

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!

Book your own table to share with family or friends, on one of our heritage railway carriages and experience a magical trip. Tables are 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. 

Book your own exclusive compartment to share with family or friends, on one of our First-Class heritage railway carriages and experience a magical trip. Compartments are 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

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.

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, on our festive train. *14:40 service unavailable on Friday 6th and 13th.

17:00 – Experience the sparkle of Christmas, on a winter's evening, cosy in our festive trains.

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

Services

Santa Train Journey Santa Train Journey 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...

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!

Children (2-15) on all services, will receive a special pack containing a festive gingerbread man, activity book, souvenir railway bauble and pin badge.

Book your own table to share with family or friends, on one of our heritage railway carriages and experience a magical trip. Tables are 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. 

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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!

Book your own table to share with family or friends, on one of our heritage railway carriages and experience a magical trip. Tables are 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. 

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.

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, on our festive train. *14:40 service unavailable on Friday 6th and 13th.

17:00 – Experience the sparkle of Christmas, on a winter's evening, cosy in our festive trains.

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

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Festive Light Lunch Festive Light Lunch 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...

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!

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.

Book your own table to share with family or friends, on one of our heritage railway carriages and experience a magical trip. Tables are 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. 

Find out more.

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!

Book your own table to share with family or friends, on one of our heritage railway carriages and experience a magical trip. Tables are 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. 

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.

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

 

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First Class Celebration Festive Light Lunch First Class Celebration Festive Light Lunch 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...

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!

This exclusive experience includes return travel in a private First-Class compartment.

Book your own exclusive compartment to share with family or friends, on one of our First-Class heritage railway carriages and experience a magical trip. Compartments are 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.

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.

Find out more.

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!

Book your own table to share with family or friends, on one of our heritage railway carriages and experience a magical trip. Tables are 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. 

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.

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

Book now
Festive Afternoon Tea Festive Afternoon Tea 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...

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. Tables are 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.

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.

Find out more.

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! Book your own table to share with family or friends, on one of our heritage railway carriages and experience a magical trip.

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:

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, on our festive train. *14:40 service unavailable on Friday 6th and 13th.

17:00 – Experience the sparkle of Christmas, on a winter's evening, cosy in our festive trains.

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

Book now
First Class Celebration Afternoon Tea First Class Celebration Afternoon Tea 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...

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!

This exclusive experience includes return travel in a private First-Class compartment.

Book your own exclusive compartment to share with family or friends, on one of our First-Class heritage railway carriages and experience a magical trip. Compartments are 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.

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 to 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.

Find out more.

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! Book your own table to share with family or friends, on one of our heritage railway carriages and experience a magical trip.

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:

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, on our festive train. *14:40 service unavailable on Friday 6th and 13th.

17:00 – Experience the sparkle of Christmas, on a winter's evening, cosy in our festive trains.

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

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Observation Carriage Santa Train Journey Observation Carriage Santa Train Journey 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...

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!

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 carriage's 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.

Find out more.

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!

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.

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, on our festive train. *14:40 service unavailable on Friday 6th and 13th.

17:00 – Experience the sparkle of Christmas, on a winter's evening, cosy in our festive trains.

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

Book now
Santa Train Journey - Private compartment (Seats up to six) Santa Train Journey - Private compartment (Seats up to six) 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...

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!

Children (2-15) on all services, will receive a special pack containing a festive gingerbread man, activity book, souvenir railway bauble and pin badge.

Book your own private compartment, to share exclusively with family or friends, on one of our heritage railway carriages and experience a magical trip. These standard class compartments seat up to 6 but if you have an extra child and would like to snuggle up, you can choose to add an extra child (2-15) for an additional charge. Under 2's on laps Free (Travel only-no ticket required). 

Please note:  Food and drink are not included in this package however; you are welcome to bring on board your own food/drinks. A trolley service will be available for you to purchase drinks and snacks, as well as an onboard bar..

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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!

Book your own private compartment, to share exclusively with family or friends, on one of our heritage railway carriages and experience a magical trip. These standard class compartments seat up to 6 but if you have an extra child and would like to snuggle up, you can choose to add an extra child (2-15) for an additional charge. Under 2's on laps Free (Travel only-no ticket required). 

Please note:  Food and drink are not included in this package however; you are welcome to bring on board your own food/drinks. A trolley service will be available for you to purchase drinks and snacks, as well as an onboard bar.

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.

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, on our festive train. 

17:00 – Experience the sparkle of Christmas, on a winter's evening, cosy in our festive trains.

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

Book now
Santa Trains

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 or First-Class compartment 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.

Find out More

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!

Book your own table to share with family or friends, on one of our heritage railway carriages and experience a magical trip. Tables are 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. 

Book your own exclusive compartment to share with family or friends, on one of our First-Class heritage railway carriages and experience a magical trip. Compartments are 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

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.

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, on our festive train. *14:40 service unavailable on Friday 6th and 13th.

17:00 – Experience the sparkle of Christmas, on a winter's evening, cosy in our festive trains.

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

Available Tickets