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Prepare to be immersed in a magical children's classic this Christmas.

If you believe, be ready for a truly incredible winter experience as the Polar Express™ Train Ride pulls into Tunbridge Wells.

Heading to the Spa Valley Railway this festive season, the 2004 blockbuster film will be magically recreated for you and the whole family.

Listen for the sound of jingling bells as you marvel at the festive finery at the platform.

Listen out as somewhere in the darkness there's a familiar whistle - the whistle of the steam train known as the Polar Express™.

As the train pulls in to the station, the chefs will wave at you out from the carriages as the conductor welcomes you to climb aboard. With everyone wrapped up warm in their cosy pyjamas, guests can climb aboard and find their seats.

As you start on your way to the North Pole, moments from the movie come to life around you. As Hot Chocolate plays, be entertained and served the Polar Express™ hot chocolate and a delicious chocolate cookie to keep you toasty on the way to the North Pole. Then sit back and enjoy being read the classic Christmas story by Chris Van Allsberg.

Chefs will show you all the beautiful picture pages from the book so the whole carriage can follow - and join in by bringing your own copy and following the story.

As you get closer to the North Pole, watch as the story comes to life before your eyes, scene after scene.

On the Polar Express, passengers - both children and the young at heart - are asked to wear pyjamas just like in the movie, making the atmosphere on board even more magical.

Make sure you look out of the window for a special glimpse of Santa, his magical sleigh and the majestic North Pole. As the train stops, there's the anticipation for the appearance of Santa himself on board.

As Santa and his elf assistant reach your carriage, everyone will receive their own silver sleigh bell - the ‘first gift of Christmas’... but as in the story of the Polar Express, make sure your pockets have no holes!

With the sounds of Christmas carols surrounding you, start your journey back from the North Pole where you can post letters to Santa.You may even get the chance to see if you are on Santa’s naughty or nice list.

To make sure your family gets to enjoy the magical experience, book your tickets click here.