Dates Throughout November! East of England - Departs Dereham station
The PE Experience
Do you believe? Mid-Norfolk Railway does and that is why they are proud to be again hosting an exciting magical experience like no other. THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride is returning to the Mid-Norfolk Railway this December with the magic of the 2004 motion picture THE POLAR EXPRESS™ being theatrically re-created so you and your family can be immersed in the sights, sounds and intrigue of this classic children’s tale.
Prepare to be surrounded by the magic and wonder of the Christmas season!
Your journey starts with a pre-trip show - building everyone's excitement for your magical journey!
As you and your family take in the festive decorations at THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride station, you can almost hear the faint sound of sleigh bells in the distance and the fun begins.
THE POLAR EXPRESS™ is waiting for you at the platform. Wait for the train Conductor to invite you and the other passengers to climb aboard, shouting “All aboooooard!”. Anticipation builds as you step onto the Train to be escorted to your seat by the Chefs from the film.
Before long, scenes from the film come to life as dancing Chefs and Waiters arrive to serve cookies and hot chocolate. The children are invited to engage these exciting characters who are eager to hear from the youngsters about what makes the Christmas season special to them.
While the hot chocolate lingers in your mouth and warms your tummy, you will listen as the story of The Polar Express is told in its entirety. Chefs show pages from the beautifully illustrated book for the whole carriage to follow. A smile grows on your face as you watch your child become absorbed in the wonderment of the story.
As your adventure continues, you notice other key elements of the story — both inside and outside your train — springing to life. Watch and listen as another scene unfolds on-board before your eyes.
Upon arrival at the North Pole, keep your eyes peeled for Santa’s sleigh and Christmas trees. Watch out for Santa waving and, when the train stops, listen out for the carriage door to slam as Santa gets on board. After the train departs the North Pole for the return voyage home, you soon notice that the adventure isn’t over. Santa appears in your midst to present each passenger with their very own “First Gift of Christmas”, a silver bell from his sleigh. Thinking back to the story, you might like to remind the children to check their pockets for holes!
Enjoy the train journey back to Dereham Station. Here passengers depart the train and make their way to our great gift shop with a range of gifts from toys, to Exclusive Polar Express Merchandise.
We encourage our guests, young and old to wear pyjamas just as in the Film. Children love it and if you can persuade our older guests, Mums, Dads, Granny and Grandpa to also join in, the atmosphere in the train comes alive for a truly magical experience!
This is where your participation in the story of The Polar Express comes to an end. However, our hope for your family is that your Christmas season has been enriched and memories from your experience will endure for years to come.
“Well, ya comin’?”
Prepare to be surrounded by the magic and wonder of the Christmas season!
Your journey starts with a pre-trip show - building everyone's excitement for your magical journey!
As you and your family take in the festive decorations at THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride station, you can almost hear the faint sound of sleigh bells in the distance and the fun begins.
THE POLAR EXPRESS™ is waiting for you at the platform. Wait for the train Conductor to invite you and the other passengers to climb aboard, shouting “All aboooooard!”. Anticipation builds as you step onto the Train to be escorted to your seat by the Chefs from the film.
Before long, scenes from the film come to life as dancing Chefs and Waiters arrive to serve cookies and hot chocolate. The children are invited to engage these exciting characters who are eager to hear from the youngsters about what makes the Christmas season special to them.
While the hot chocolate lingers in your mouth and warms your tummy, you will listen as the story of The Polar Express is told in its entirety. Chefs show pages from the beautifully illustrated book for the whole carriage to follow. A smile grows on your face as you watch your child become absorbed in the wonderment of the story.
As your adventure continues, you notice other key elements of the story — both inside and outside your train — springing to life. Watch and listen as another scene unfolds on-board before your eyes.
Upon arrival at the North Pole, keep your eyes peeled for Santa’s sleigh and Christmas trees. Watch out for Santa waving and, when the train stops, listen out for the carriage door to slam as Santa gets on board. After the train departs the North Pole for the return voyage home, you soon notice that the adventure isn’t over. Santa appears in your midst to present each passenger with their very own “First Gift of Christmas”, a silver bell from his sleigh. Thinking back to the story, you might like to remind the children to check their pockets for holes!
Enjoy the train journey back to Dereham Station. Here passengers depart the train and make their way to our great gift shop with a range of gifts from toys, to Exclusive Polar Express Merchandise.
We encourage our guests, young and old to wear pyjamas just as in the Film. Children love it and if you can persuade our older guests, Mums, Dads, Granny and Grandpa to also join in, the atmosphere in the train comes alive for a truly magical experience!
This is where your participation in the story of The Polar Express comes to an end. However, our hope for your family is that your Christmas season has been enriched and memories from your experience will endure for years to come.
“Well, ya comin’?”
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What's Included?
On THE POLAR EXPRESS™ TRAIN RIDE, there is lots to enjoy!
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Prices/Dates:
Adult - £31.95
Child - £31.95
Infant (Under two - on lap without present/snacks) - Free.
November:
Thursday 16th - 17:00 and 19:00
Friday 17th - 17:00 and 19:00
Wednesday 22nd - 17:00 and 19:00
Thursday 23rd - 17:00 and 19:00
Friday 24th - 14:45
Wednesday 29th - 17:00 and 19:00
Thursday 30th - 17:00 and 19:00
Adult - £31.95
Child - £31.95
Infant (Under two - on lap without present/snacks) - Free.
November:
Thursday 16th - 17:00 and 19:00
Friday 17th - 17:00 and 19:00
Wednesday 22nd - 17:00 and 19:00
Thursday 23rd - 17:00 and 19:00
Friday 24th - 14:45
Wednesday 29th - 17:00 and 19:00
Thursday 30th - 17:00 and 19:00
Frequently Asked Questions
Can you cope with allergies? Allergies / intolerances cannot be catered for. Please note that all food and drink is prepared and distributed close to each other and so there is likely to be cross-contamination. Safety first is really important so if an allergy or intolerance is severe, please do not eat the option provided. When presented with catering (either on train or at stations), please ask for information.
Is seating reserved? Yes, and everyone who books under the same name will be seated together. Table allocations are presented to you on arrival.
When will these trains operate? Various dates in November and December. Check the lists above for information.
How long is the journey? The total visit time is approximately 2 hours in total including journey.
Is it a steam train? The carriages used for this event have electric lighting, sound system and heating to ensure maximum comfort on cold winter evenings, therefore the train will be hauled by one of the railway's fleet of classic heritage diesel-electric locomotives. The locomotives were built in the 1950’s and 60’s and saved from the scrap yards by dedicated enthusiasts.
Where does the train leave from? Please arrive at Dereham Station NR19 1DF (where you will check-in) at the time shown on your tickets. The story begins about 20 minutes before you board the train and depart for the North Pole. Parking information is listed below - please note that station parking is not available in these tickets but close by are several options.
Do you have car parking? Standard Tickets Holders should use one of the free public car parks in Dereham, a map of which can be found here. Please note that whilst the car parks in Dereham are currently free to park, some do have a maximum stay time limit. We ask that prior to travelling to Dereham, you plan your visit and parking accordingly.
Can I come as a wheelchair user? All accessible spaces have been fully booked, sadly, for 2023.
Is it possible to book first class? Only standard seats are available on this experience booked through Fox & Edwards Events.
I expected to have an email by now with details of my trip included? Our pre-vist emails are sent approximately five days before the journey.
Does the train move? Yes - travelling to the North Pole!
One of my party is unwell / other reason means I cannot attend. Can we have a refund / transfer to another date? Refunds and transfers are not possible on this journey.
What if the weather is bad? As the event takes place in November & December please do prepare for wintry road conditions, remember this is England, weather can vary dramatically, however this event will run in all weather conditions even in rain and snow. No refunds will be given if you can’t get to us and the train runs as advertised.
Fox & Edwards Event and the Mid-Norfolk Railway is not responsible for the winter weather or your transport arrangements to us or any road closures or delays or cancellations on your journey to us. Please leave plenty of time to travel safely to us.
Is seating reserved? Yes, and everyone who books under the same name will be seated together. Table allocations are presented to you on arrival.
When will these trains operate? Various dates in November and December. Check the lists above for information.
How long is the journey? The total visit time is approximately 2 hours in total including journey.
Is it a steam train? The carriages used for this event have electric lighting, sound system and heating to ensure maximum comfort on cold winter evenings, therefore the train will be hauled by one of the railway's fleet of classic heritage diesel-electric locomotives. The locomotives were built in the 1950’s and 60’s and saved from the scrap yards by dedicated enthusiasts.
Where does the train leave from? Please arrive at Dereham Station NR19 1DF (where you will check-in) at the time shown on your tickets. The story begins about 20 minutes before you board the train and depart for the North Pole. Parking information is listed below - please note that station parking is not available in these tickets but close by are several options.
Do you have car parking? Standard Tickets Holders should use one of the free public car parks in Dereham, a map of which can be found here. Please note that whilst the car parks in Dereham are currently free to park, some do have a maximum stay time limit. We ask that prior to travelling to Dereham, you plan your visit and parking accordingly.
Can I come as a wheelchair user? All accessible spaces have been fully booked, sadly, for 2023.
Is it possible to book first class? Only standard seats are available on this experience booked through Fox & Edwards Events.
I expected to have an email by now with details of my trip included? Our pre-vist emails are sent approximately five days before the journey.
Does the train move? Yes - travelling to the North Pole!
One of my party is unwell / other reason means I cannot attend. Can we have a refund / transfer to another date? Refunds and transfers are not possible on this journey.
What if the weather is bad? As the event takes place in November & December please do prepare for wintry road conditions, remember this is England, weather can vary dramatically, however this event will run in all weather conditions even in rain and snow. No refunds will be given if you can’t get to us and the train runs as advertised.
Fox & Edwards Event and the Mid-Norfolk Railway is not responsible for the winter weather or your transport arrangements to us or any road closures or delays or cancellations on your journey to us. Please leave plenty of time to travel safely to us.
YOU CAN ALSO CONTACT US by email or telephone.
AS WE ARE A VERY SMALL BUSINESS, PLEASE be patient and leave a message if you contact us by telephone.
Our email is foxandedwards@gmail.com
OUR PHONE Number is 01629 380600
THE POLAR EXPRESS and all related characters and elements © & ™ Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc. (s23) This event is run by The Mid Norfolk Railway (Trading) Ltd. Company number: 10731804. Registered office: The Railway Station, Station Road, Dereham, Norfolk, NR19 1DF. Trading as the Mid-Norfolk Railway. Images are provided by and copyright to Mid Norfolk Railway.