AUTUMN may only just be upon us but the Severn Valley Railway is gearing up to provide the ultimate Christmas experience.
A selection of events are on offer to appeal to everyone – from families to foodies and festive music fans.
Lewis Maddox, the SVR’s visitor engagement manager, said: “We’ve an all-new professional panto show at Arley for 2024 featuring the mischievous elves Jingle and Jangle, and Father Christmas himself will be making an appearance on stage too.”
‘Winter Wonderland’
Santa Trains depart from the winter wonderland of Kidderminster town station, and services run on weekends from November 30, plus 23 December and Christmas Eve.
There’s a present for each child, and reserved seating for the whole family.
Meanwhile, the Enchanted Express departs from Bridgnorth with Santa and his friends on board, on weekends starting on November 30 plus Christmas Eve.
SVR Santa Trains 2022
Lewis added: “This is a truly magical family experience.
“It’s built around the classic poem ‘Twas the Night before Christmas’ and features narration by the unmistakable voice of Dame Julie Walters. Each child will receive a present, and of course there’s reserved seating for the whole family.”
For food and drink lovers, the SVR has curated a range of first-class dining experiences for Christmas.
On selected dates in December, there are Enchanted Afternoon Teas, Festive Gin Trains, a premium Yuletide Evening Dining Experience and the Festive Spice Train.
The Severn Valley Railway
New for this year is the Evening Santa Pies service, which features a two-course meal and departs from Kidderminster on December 13 and 20.
Those wanting a festive musical journey can head out on the SVR’s Carol Trains. Combining the magic of heritage rail travel in the darkness of a winter’s evening, passengers will travel from Kidderminster to The Engine House at Highley, for a Christmas concert amongst the locomotives on display.
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Mulled wine and mince pies will be on sale.
Lewis added: “All-in-all, we’ve got Christmas all wrapped up with our range of experience.
“This is such a special time of year, and in the heritage setting of the Severn Valley Railway, it’s sure to be the perfect chance to make memories.”
Visit svr.co.uk for more information on the range of Christmas experiences at the SVR, and to book tickets.
