Steam Illuminations

The Watercress Line

Date: 27th Nov 2026 - 28th Dec 2026
Time: 4pm - 9pm
Price: Range from Seating for 1 - £37, First Class for 1 - £47, Compartment for 6 people - £265, First Class Compartment for 6 people - £300, Children Under 2 - FREE

STEAM ILLUMINATIONS IS BACK FOR 2026 – BIGGER, BRIGHTER AND MORE MAGICAL THAN EVER! It’s the ultimate Christmas celebration!

Step aboard a steam train transformed into a dazzling spectacle of colour, music, and festive cheer! Steam Illuminations returns with a reimagined experience for 2025 – featuring immersive entertainment, enhanced light displays, and more onboard fun to make your journey truly unforgettable.

NEW for 2026 – Disco Ball Alley makes its dazzling debut!

Before Christmas, the train is filled with holiday spirit and classic festive hits to get the whole carriage in the festive mood. From the moment you step into the glowing carriages, you’ll be wrapped in a vibrant light and sound display. Thousands of synchronised LED lights – both inside and out – create a dynamic, ever-changing show that surrounds you in colour and rhythm.

Address

The Railway Station Station Road New Alresford Hampshire SO24 9JG
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