Quick Details
Step aboard the Tanfield Railway’s famous North Pole Express for a steam train journey to the North Pole!
Tanfield Railway’s famous North Pole Express is one of the most popular and magical festive experiences in the North East, perfect for families and children.
What to expect…
Your adventure begins at East Tanfield Station, where the excitement builds before you even board the train. Upon arrival, you’ll meet the North Pole Express Ticket Conductor, officially marking the start of your journey. Before you board your steam hauled North Pole Express train, Santa’s cheerful elves will entertain you with song and dance before being transported to the North Pole through stunning winter landscapes.
Once you arrive, step into Father Christmas’s magical grotto at the North Pole, where you’ll have the chance to visit him in person, with each child receiving a special gift. Enjoy festive refreshments, take part in Christmas activities, and meet the cheeky elves before heading for home on your North Pole Express steam train.
Whats included…
- A return steam train ride through beautiful winter countryside
- A visit to the North Pole to meet Santa and his Elves
- Photo opportunity with our Ticket Conductor
- Entry to Jingles Elf Show at East Tanfield
- Take home a North Pole Express tote bag
- A special gift for every child
- Festive treats for adults and children and
- Festive activities at the North Pole
- Free car parking
Ticket Prices:
Adult (16+) £24 (plus £1.44 booking fee)
Child (0-15 ) £28 (plus £1.68 booking fee)
Experience Dates & Times:
- 28th & 29th November, 5th, 6th, 12th, 13th, 19th, 20th, 22nd, 23rd & 24th December
- 10:25am, 11:25am, 12:25pm, 1:25pm, 2:25pm, 3:25pm, 4:25pm
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The North Pole Express Experience is around 2/2.25hrs long.
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Some visitors do choose to wear pyjamas, however it can get cold at the North Pole and the event is a mainly outdoor one, so please do dress appropriately including sturdy footwear.
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We use magic coal to take the train to the North Pole, visitors will be on the train around 10/15 minutes each way where you will alight to see Santa and take part in the festive fun!
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Of course we can, however to avoid any disappointment please let us know in advance by emailing [email protected] please provide your booking number in this correspondence.
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The North Pole Express starts and finishes at East Tanfield Station (DH9 9UY).
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Sadly, due to the heritage nature of our rolling stock, we do not have onboard toilets. However male, female and accessible toilets including a baby change are located at both East Tanfield station and the North Pole.
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Due to the heritage nature of our rolling stock, we do not have onboard heating, please wrap up warm.
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Yes, by booking the adult or child in a wheelchair ticket this will allow you to use this facility. Please note there is space for 1 wheelchair visitor and a maximum of 4 persons travelling alongside. The Train Guard will be happy to assist on the day.
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Yes, but space is limited, please car share where possible. Disabled parking is also available, please make a volunteer car park marshal aware on arrival.
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Only assistance animals are permitted on the North Pole Express.
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If you require a carer’s ticket, please book the rest of your party online and email [email protected] and quote your reference number to book a carer’s ticket. Carers tickets are offered at a 50% discount to standard adult tickets.