Santa Specials at Chasewater Light Railway

at Chasewater Light Railway and Museum

Staffordshire Available until Wed 24 Dec

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Spend Christmas at Chasewater Railway in Staffordshire

  • Celebrate Christmas with Santa aboard Chasewater Railway’s festive steam train
  • Board at Brownhills West Station for a magical ride through Chasewater Country Park
  • Santa visits every child (and adult!) at their seat with a special early gift
  • Enjoy enclosed carriages, seasonal cheer, and optional First Class treats
  • Perfect for families, festive fun-seekers, and Christmas lovers of all ages!

Santa Special Train Experience at Chasewater Railway

  • Dates: 29th November - 24th December 2025
  • Duration: 90 minutes
  • Age Restrictions: All ages welcome (children must be booked to receive a present)
  • Location: Chasewater Railway, Brownhills West Station, Pool Road, Burntwood WS8 7NL
  • Tickets include: Round-trip train ride, enclosed heated carriages, present for each booked child, access to museum and tea room *First Class compartments (selected days only) include tea, coffee, themed lunch box & prosecco

What's On this Christmas at Chasewater Railway in Staffordshire?

Step into a festive wonderland aboard Chasewater Railway’s Santa Special! Santa and his elves will visit each seat to deliver gifts and spread Christmas cheer before heading back to the North Pole.

  • Full round-trip train journey through Chasewater Country Park
  • Santa visit to every seat with a present for each booked child
  • Enclosed heated carriages for a cosy ride
  • First Class upgrade (selected days) includes tea, coffee, lunch box & prosecco
  • Access to the museum and tea room before or after your journey

Important Information about Santa Specials at Chasewater Railway:

  • Wheelchair spaces available (2 per train); must be booked in advance
  • No toilets onboard - please use facilities at Brownhills West before boarding
  • Arrive at least 20 minutes early and check in at the booking office foyer
  • Dress for the weather - carriages are heated but some queueing may be outdoors
  • Seat assignments are fixed - please sit in your booked seats so Santa can find you
  • Museum and tea room open before and after your journey (not open after last train returns)
  • Steam locomotives are heritage vehicles; in rare cases, a diesel may be substituted

Get ready for a festive journey filled with joy and magic! Book your Santa Special tickets at Chasewater Railway today and receive instant confirmation via email & SMS.

Location

Chasewater Railway

Brownhills West Station,
Pool Lane,
Brownhills,
Staffordshire,
WS8 7NL
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Where are Chasewater Light Railway stations?

Chasewater Light Railway operate from a range of stations.

Please ensure you are checking the correct railway station for your event or activity.

  • Brownhills West Station: Brownhills West Station, Pool Lane, Brownhills, Staffordshire, WS8 7NL
  • Heath Station: Chasewater Heaths Station, Burntwood Rd, off, A5195, Walsall WS7 3FT
Is Chasewater Light Railway wheelchair accessible?

Accessibility at Brownhills:

  • The main station building is fully accessible, with only a small threshold at the gift shop, which includes a ramp for easier entry.
  • No marked disabled parking bays are available due to local restrictions, but staff will assist in parking as close to the entrance as space and safety allow.
  • The train is accessed via a ramp, accommodating up to six seated wheelchair users and their companions; guards are available to assist with boarding and alighting.
  • The Sidings Tea Room is accessible to all; due to counter height, staff are happy to provide table service if preferred.
  • Mabel’s Vintage Carriage has steps and is operated independently of the railway; visitors requiring access should contact them directly.
  • The bric-a-brac and model railway coaches on Platform 1 have ramped access, with assistance available upon request.
  • The heritage centre and museum offer level access but are approached via inclines and a dual track level crossing, which may pose a trip or wheel jam hazard—assistance is available if needed.
  • A non-alarmed, wide-access disabled toilet is located in the main station building.

Accessibility at Heaths Station:

  • The main station building is accessible via low thresholds; assistance is available upon request.
  • The café is independently operated but offers level access for all visitors.
  • A non-alarmed, wide-access disabled toilet is located within the main station building.
  • The train is accessed via a ramp, accommodating up to six seated wheelchair users along with their companions; staff are available to assist with boarding and alighting.
  • Due to local restrictions, there are no marked disabled parking bays; however, staff will do their best to park those in need as close to the entrance as space and safety allow.
  • The G Scale model railway is not accessible to visitors with mobility impairments or wheelchair users, as it is located in the roof space above the station.
  • Safety regulations have advised that there is insufficient space to install a suitable lift or ramp to access the model railway.

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