A real GCR winter wonder
LOUGHBOROUGH’S Great Central Railway is launching a “Winter Wonderlights Experience”.
A spokesperson for GCR said: “This will be a train ride like no other.
“Experience a steam train with a magical twist, fantastically dressed in a myriad of lights to transform these stunning vintage steam engines and carriages into a spectacle that’s not to be missed!
“Arriving at the beautifully restored Loughborough station passengers will be greeted by the Great Central’s friendly volunteers and guided onto the platform, to begin an evening of festive joy.
“And then… the countdown will commence, the lights will come on and the train will come to life; ready for everyone to embark on a magical journey.
“During the experience passengers will see the historic stations & countryside transformed with snow, lights and all things festive.
“A magical display that can only be seen and experienced from within the train.
“A perfect evening for the whole family to get everyone in that festive spirit.”
By day, the Great Central Railways much loved Santa Trains will run throughout the Christmas Period, alongside our Winter Wonderlights experience in the evening.
Great Central’s chief executive, Michael Gough, said: “I am so looking forward to this new and exciting event. It promises to be truly magical.”
• The Winter Wonderlights experience runs from November 23, to December 30.
Tickets can be purchased online at www.gcrailway.co.uk