Santa Specials

Spa Valley Railway, Eridge Station, Groombridge Lane, Eridge, East Sussex TN3 9LE. Enjoy a steam train ride through the winter countryside with Santa. There’s a gift for every child, festive music, mince pies, competitions, traditional Christmas shows in what is believed to be the country’s smallest cinema and much more. The train service runs at weekends until 18th and then on 22nd–24th. Booking essential. Tel: 01892 537715.

Kent & East Sussex Railway, Tenterden Town Station, Station Road, Tenterden, Kent TN30 6HE. Steam and Santa are a perfect combination. Tickets include a present for each child, on-board refreshments, unlimited rides on the Victorian carousel and a family photograph in the Giant Snow Globe at the station. The train service runs at weekends until 18th and then on 22nd–24th. Booking essential. Tel: 01580 765155 www.kesr.org.uk