EXPERIENCE the magic of THE POLAR EXPRESS™ train ride at South Devon Railway this Christmas.

Many of the most popular dates at this heritage railway in Buckfastleigh are already nearly sold out or only have a few seats remaining.

Celebrating its fifth year at the South Devon Railway, this magical experience brings the classic story to life with dancing chefs, steaming hot chocolate, cookies, and festive fun for all ages.

For countless families, it has become the Christmas tradition they cherish each year.

PNP Events and Warner Bros. have made their popular authentic family Christmas Experience ‘THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride’ more immersive than ever this year thanks to some additional West End magic from Pip Minnithorpe who has worked as an Associate or Resident Director on many well-known musicals and West End shows including Mamma Mia!, Wicked, The Lion the Witch and the Wardrobe, Spamalot, Harry Potter and the Cursed Child.

New lighting and enhanced music will also add to the uniqueness of the experience which stays true to the magical story of Warner Bros. Polar Express.

Pip Minnithorpe said: ‘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!’

A cast of talented performers brings the characters to life on board a train, transporting passengers into the world of THE POLAR EXPRESS™ for a one-hour immersive experience based on the hit film.

See all your favourite elements from the film including Chef dancing in the aisles, hot chocolate and cookies served at your seat with a visit from Santa himself with sleigh bells and festival cheer.

This amazing family experience welcomed over 1.5 million passengers across 54 locations in the UK, US, Canada, and Australia in 2024, and it’s back to spread festive cheer across the UK once again.