Norfolk Christmas heritage train ride named among UK’s best

With the festive season fast approaching, The Times has curated their picks for the 15 best festive train rides with The North Norfolk Railway gaining a spot on the list.

The Norfolk Lights Express and Santa Special services run across the 5.5-mile track between Sheringham and Holt and will get a festive makeover as they run once again this year.

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Thousands of lights on the outside of each carriage will shine onto the scenery in a series of changing colours and illuminated installations are brought to life by on-board narration and music. 

The journey also known as the Poppy Line runs from Sheringham to Holt (Image: North Norfolk Railway)

Along the journey, the locomotive will pass by 10 colourful lit-up displays telling the story of the changing seasons.

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Passengers are also entertained by a visit from Santa as well as balloon modellers and magicians on hand to keep the Christmas magic flowing.  

The Santa Special trains will operate on weekends from November 23 to December 15 and daily from December 20 to December 23. 

Tickets are available on the North Norfolk Railway website with tickets starting at £23.