Santa Special Sunday
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Santa Special Sunday

Embark on a magical Christmas journey with the Santa Special Sunday at Yeovil Railway Centre. Children will have the chance to meet Santa Claus on a festive train ride and receive a special gift. Dress up in your favorite holiday costume for a chance to win prizes in the fancy dress competition. Experience the joy of the season with this delightful railway adventure.

What to Expect

Santa train ride with gift and fancy dress competition

Know Before You Go

  • Tickets: $$ – Get tickets
  • Accessibility: Please note that the type of rolling stock used for this event is not accessible for wheelchairs or similar.
  • Pets: Service animals welcome

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Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 (5/5)

Best For

Families with young children

Vibe

Festive and magical

Energy Level

Moderate

Budget

$$

Photo Friendly

📷 📷 📷 📷 📷 (4/5)

Weather Sensitivity

Low

Special Events & Promotions

  • Free Horror Bag for children
  • Fancy dress competition for various age groups
  • One child under 5 admitted FREE with a paying adult

Tags

Santa visitstrain ridesfamily friendlyholiday traditionseasonal activitieschildrens activitiesfestive food

Location

Yeovil Railway Centre
Yeovil Junction Station
Yeovil
BA22 9UU

Event Details

Duration

Multiple performances throughout the day

Ages

All ages

Timed Entry

Yes

Organizer

Yeovil Railway Centre

Food & Drink

Halloween themed food on sale!!

Quick Actions

Tips & Advice

  • Book tickets in advance as numbers are limited, especially for popular dates like Santa Special Sunday.
  • Arrive early to make the most of the day, as train rides and activities have specific timings.
  • Check the type of engine being used for your chosen date, as some rolling stock may not be accessible for wheelchairs.
  • Consider participating in the fancy dress competition for a chance to win prizes and add to the festive fun.
  • Be aware that while children under 5 are free with a paying adult, all other attendees require a ticket.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the price of admission?

Admission is £12.50 per person when pre-booked at least 24 hours in advance, or £13.50 on the evening. One child under 5 is admitted free with a paying adult.

Is the event accessible for wheelchairs?

Please note that the type of rolling stock used for this event is not accessible for wheelchairs or similar.

What activities are included with the ticket?

The ticket includes a festive train ride with Santa, a gift for children, a fancy dress competition, and access to Halloween-themed food sales.

Are there any special offers?

Yes, children under 5 are admitted free with a paying adult, and there is a free horror bag for children.

What are the operating hours for the train rides?

Train rides typically run from 6:00 PM to 8:30 PM, with the event itself from 5:30 PM to 9:00 PM.

Always check the official website for the most current information.

We've done our best to keep details up-to-date, but event schedules, prices, and policies can change. For the latest updates, please visit the official website or contact the organizers directly.

Contributors & Updates

Last Updated: Oct 29, 2025
Original Submitter: Sep 17, 2025 The Christmas Events Near Me editorial team

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