Downpatrick & County Down Railway - Lapland Express

Downpatrick, Co. Down

2026 dates

Weekends: 28-29 November and 5-6, 12-13 and 19-20 December 2026

Prices: Children £27 with present, adults £22, infants free, plus booking fee

No tickets are sold on the day. A quiet train runs on 28 November.

Checked against the venue's own website on 8 October 2026. Dates and prices can change, so confirm with the venue before you travel.

About Downpatrick & County Down Railway

A heritage train trip lasting about an hour and a half in total, with a visit to Santa, Mrs Claus and the elves. Each child gets a present.

Santa Train
Gift for kids
Mrs Claus and elves
Quiet train

Plan your visit

Address: Downpatrick & County Down Railway, Market Street, Downpatrick, Co. Down, BT30 6LZ
Type: Santa train
Booking: Advance booking required

Venue website

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