Your canine companion will be the star of the show this Christmas as they get to hop aboard for a ride on the Santa Paws Steam Train Experience! This special steam train trip on the heritage East Somerset Railway is a five mile round trip adventure from Cranmore near Shepton Mallet, on a fun festive day out for all the family. They'll get to meet Santa himself in his grotto - and we'd definitely advise bringing a camera along so you can take lots of photos of your pooch meeting the big man himself. And that's not all, because Santa will have a sack full of goodies for all the pooches on the rides, so your dog will get to go him with a Christmas surprise gift as well!
Buying as a gift? Frequently Asked Questions
Most customers buy a flexible voucher and book later. Here are the key things to know:
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What's Included
- A magical festive experience at East Somerset Railway for you and your four-legged friend
- Travel on the festive train over the 5 mile round trip lasting approximately 35 minutes
- A visit to Santa’s Grotto — with your dog by your side!
- Plenty of paw-some photo opportunities with Santa
- A special gift for your dog to take home
- Please allow 2 hours for this experience
Ticket Options
- Adult Ticket: Valid for ages 18 years and over
- Children under 5 go free but must have a valid ticket, which can be booked when selecting your date
- One dog per adult is permitted free of charge but must have a valid ticket, which can be booked when selecting your date
Availability
- Available on Saturday 5th, Sunday 6th and Wednesday 23rd December 2026
- Departure times at 10:30am and 11:30am
- All dates and times are subject to availability
Please note: Your voucher is a short life voucher and is valid for one of the above dates only, during the 2026 season.
Spectators
- Not suitable for spectators
Restrictions
Minimum Age: 5 years
Suitable For
- Adult Ticket: Valid for ages 18 years and over
- Children under 5 go free but must have a valid ticket, which can be booked when selecting your date
- One dog per adult is permitted free of charge but must have a valid ticket, which can be booked when selecting your date
- Under 18s must be accompanied by a participating adult
Please note:
- Dogs must be well behaved and kept on a lead at all times
- Misbehaving dogs may be added to Santa's naughty list and asked to leave the grotto
- This event is exclusively for your dog – they’re the star of the show!
How the Voucher Works
- Purchase the voucher online
- Receive your e-voucher or gift pack
- Redeem online to select location and date
- Enjoy your experience
