Northampton and Lamport Railway Ticket Portal

What to expect:

• All the family will meet Santa on the station platform and in his grotto where you will sing Christmas Carols and your children will receive a quality present. 

• The station and the train coaches will be decorated in a traditional way, capturing the festive seasons's magic.

• A bygone age train ride in a heated 1960s steam-era coach being hauled by a heritage steam locomotive through the Northamptonshire countryside.

• Sherry, soft drinks, mince pies and sweet treats, together with Fruit Shoots for kids will be available during your train ride at no extra cost. 

•  A Souvenir Shop on the station selling a wide range of gifts, books, toys and other goods.

• The Pitsford and Brampton Station "Platform 3 Buffet" serving hot/cold drinks, snacks and freshly prepared hot food.

• There are no toilets on the train. These are available at the Pitsford and Brampton Station including baby changing facilities and a disabled toilet.

• There are Public Houses next to the Pitsford & Brampton and Boughton Stations to visit before or after your train ride

• Also, enjoy a walk along the Brampton Valley Way next to the stations.

• And parking is free.

Booking Information:

• It is essential you book tickets on line as they will not be available on the day.

• Please arrive at the station 15 minutes prior to departure.

• So that your child receives an appropriate present from Santa, please would you provide at the time of booking, the age and gender of each child. 

• Adult Carers accompanying an Additional Needs Customer (2 Carers per Additional Needs Customer) must provide a Northamptonshire Carers Card or equivalent.

• Pushchairs can be safely stored in the station during your train ride.

• Rover, NLRPS/CIO Members Discount, Concession and Heritage Railway Association (HRA) tickets are not availble for this event.

• Please read our Refund Policy found at the Checkout under "Terms & Conditions".

Dogs:

• Dogs are very welcome at the NLR, provided they are well behaved and kept on a short-leash. You can take your dog on the train too, except for the Cream Teas, Cheese & Cider and  Breakfast with Santa Events in the first class coach (assistance dogs are accepted). We simply ask that all dog owners clean up any "accidents" and also your dog does not sit on the coach seats.

The Northampton and Lamport Heritage Railway staff wish you a Happy Christmas and hope that your visit to the railway is memorable, enjoyable and you have a great time with us.