This year the Kent & East Sussex Railway in Tenterden is celebrating 40 years of Santa Specials.

Come and meet Santa at one of Kent's best loved attractions this Christmas when you take a magical steam train journey on The Kent & East Sussex Railway's popular Santa Specials.  New for 2014 will be later trains for visitors to enjoy the Christmas lights in Tenterden and the beautifully lit stations.

When you arrive at Tenterden station you will be greeted by the music from a traditional pipe organ and can enjoy unlimited rides on a traditional Victorian carousel. 

On board the festively decorated steam trains families will meet Santa Claus during the hour and ten minute return journey to Northiam Station. Children should also look out for the elves whose sacks are full of lovely presents. Every child up to the age of 12 will receive a gift according to their age to take home and put under the tree. Older children  between the ages of 13 and 15 years will each receive a gift of festive chocolates.

After your journey on the Santa Special, families can take a miniature train ride to meet the beautiful Snow Queen where a professional family photograph will be taken. Each family member included in the picture will receive their very own colour photograph as a memento of their day.

For a small additional cost the Railway's licenced restaurant serves a selection of hot lunches and snacks or there's always delicious takeaway food from the BBQ.

Early booking is recommended to secure your chosen date through the website or by calling 01580 765155.

All prices include an hour and ten minute train ride to meet Santa, a present for each child, and a photograph with the Snow Queen.  Visitors can enjoy unlimited rides on the Victorian carousel.

Dates and prices of 2014 Santa Specials are:

Saturday December 6 and Sunday 7 December, Saturday December 13 and Sunday December 14, Saturday December 20 to Tuesday 23 December Standard class: £19.00 First Class: £22.50

Wednesday December 24 - Standard Class: £20 First Class: £23.50

A 10% reduction on tickets will apply for groups of 20 or more on the first weekend.

The Railway organises special events throughout the year.  The website - www.kesr.org.uk - has all event details as well as train times and prices or call 01580 765155.  

Tenterden Town Station, Station Road, Tenterden, Kent, TN30 6HE

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