This Christmas, the Spa Valley Railway is running The Polar Express, with many popular dates already sold out.

The railway has been bringing the Christmas magic alive with this event for 5 years, providing festive fun for the whole family, with hot chocolate and cookies.

The event, run by PNP Events and Warner Bros, has been made even more immersive due to the addition of some West End magic from Pip Minnithorpe, alongside new lighting and music.

The cast brings to life the well-loved story and features key moments from the film, including the chef dancing and hot chocolate, and cookies served until Santa comes along.

The event runs from early November until 23rd December, and if you miss out on the Spa Valley Railway, the experience will also be at other locations.

For further information on what to expect and to book your tickets, you can visit their website.

“Inspired by the characters and events of the original book and movie, we tell the story using the exciting opportunities of live theatre – song, dance, music, drama, comedy, illusion, lighting, special effects – and piping hot chocolate of course! The audience are immersed into the experience just like the children in the film – taken on a physical journey in search of Santa, but also an emotional journey: to rediscover the spirit of Christmas. Just don’t forget your golden ticket!”

Pip Minnithorpe