Polar Express train ride returning to Spa Valley Railway in Tunbridge Wells this Christmas

Families can step aboard the real-life Polar Express this Christmas as the magical train ride returns to Kent.

The immersive experience, based on the much-loved festive film, returns to the Spa Valley Railway in Tunbridge Wells from early November.

This year’s production includes new scripts from West End theatre writers, added lighting and musical effects.

Passengers can expect dancing chefs serving hot chocolate and cookies, a conductor punching golden tickets, a reading of Chris Van Allsburg’s classic book and a visit from Father Christmas.

Families are encouraged to wear pyjamas, like the characters in the 2004 film starring Tom Hanks, and everyone will get to take their golden ticket home as a keepsake.

The train rides will run from Spa Valley Railway in Tunbridge Wells from Saturday, November 8 until Tuesday, December 30. You can book tickets here.

The train also departs from London Euston from Friday, December 5 to Tuesday, December 23.