Santa Specials — Moors Valley Railway

Moors Valley Railway runs its Santa Specials at Moors Valley Country Park and Forest, which the operator places on the edge of the New Forest. The operator says the railway transforms into a Winter Wonderland as Christmas approaches, with twinkling lights, family laughter and festive cheer.

Passengers check in at Lakeside Station, where Christmas music plays while tickets are checked, and board a train to Kingsmere Station, home to Santa's Railway Grotto. At Kingsmere they wander through the Christmassy Winter Wonderland, visit Santa in his cosy grotto for a chat, have photos taken and collect a present from Santa. The operator says that adults and children both receive a present. Festive refreshments of mince pies, mulled wine, tea, coffee and more are included, and the train then returns to Lakeside.

The operator says that every adult and child needs a pre-booked ticket, that car parking at the country park is included, and that a selection of refreshments is available for those with dietary requirements, including vegan, gluten free and lactose free options.

Check-in at Lakeside Station with Christmas music, a train ride to Kingsmere Station, a walk through the Winter Wonderland, a chat and photos with Santa in his Railway Grotto, a present from Santa for adults and children, festive refreshments such as mince pies and mulled wine, and the train back to Lakeside.

Check in at Lakeside Station, Moors Valley Railway, Moors Valley Country Park and Forest, Horton Road, Ashley Heath, Ringwood BH24 2ET. Free car parking at Moors Valley Country Park is included with the ticket, according to the operator. All adults and children need a pre-booked ticket, sold online. The operator says a selection of refreshments is available for dietary requirements, including vegan, gluten free and lactose free. A non-refundable booking fee is added per transaction at checkout. Phone 01425 471415.