Ticket to Christmas

at Vale of Rheidol Railway

Ceredigion Available from Sat 13 Dec to Tue 23 Dec

Treat the whole family to a festive day out with Rheidol Railway's Ticket to Christmas!

Although the trains themselves are resting this year due to essential track work, the museum is bursting with festive cheer. Families are invited to wander through a fully immersive Christmas experience, all under cover and warm, making it perfect whatever the weather.

This December, the historic home of steam in Aberystwyth will be transformed into a festive wonderland, with towering locomotives providing a spectacular backdrop to the holiday magic.

Ticket to Christmas details:

  • Dates: 13th - 23rd December 2025
  • Ages: All ages!
  • Location: Vale of Rheidol Railway, Park Avenue, Aberystwyth, Ceredigion, SY23 1PG

Ticket to Christmas highlights:

Your Ticket to Christmas is more than just entry, it’s a passport to festive fun! Families will journey through four themed zones:

  • The Passport Office: Become a trainee elf and get your official Christmas passport stamped
  • The Toymaker’s Workshop: Craft and create alongside Santa’s helpers
  • The Elf Mailroom: Write your wishes and send them straight to the North Pole
  • Mrs Claus’s Kitchen: Decorate cookies with a sprinkle of sugar and joy
  • And of course, the grand finale: Meeting Santa in his glittering grotto, where every child receives a special gift to take home!

The Vale of Rheidol Railway’s Ticket to Christmas is more than an event—it’s a holiday tradition in the making. With elves, cookies, crafts, and Santa himself waiting to greet you, this is the perfect way to celebrate the season.

Location

Vale of Rheidol Railway, Aberystwyth

Park Avenue,
Aberystwyth,
Ceredigion,
SY23 1PG
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Is the Vale of Rheidol Railway wheelchair accessible?

Yes – the Vale of Rheidol Railway is wheelchair accessible, the station, shop, and museum are accessible and most carriages are too!

Are dogs allowed on Vale of Rheidol Railway trains?

Yes. Dogs are welcome on board the trains. However dogs are not allowed in First class compartments.

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