You and your four legged friend once again have the opportunity to meet Santa Claus this Christmas, with the return of our Santa Paws Steam Train Experience! Hosted at the East Somerset Railway in Shepton Mallet, this Child admission ticket for ages 5 - 17 promises to be festive fun for all the family, including your canine chum. Departing on a mid-morning Santa Paws special train, you'll embark on the five mile round trip from Cranmore, and your pooch will get the chance to meet Santa in his grotto - with photo opportunities welcome. Plus, as it's the season of giving, your dog will also get a special gift from Santa from his sack, meaning it'll be a totally paw-some Christmas day out in more ways than one!
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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
- Child Ticket: Valid for ages 5 to 17 years
- 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
- Child Ticket: Valid for ages 5 to 17 years
- 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
