First look at The Polar Express steam train ride at Birmingham Moor Street Station and it looks chuffing good.
It’s full steam ahead for one of the most the thrilling rides of the festive season in the West Midlands. These stunning photos by Stacey Barnfield show the opening weekend of The Polar Express in Birmingham city centre last week.
Recreating the charm from the Christmas movie, The Polar Express Train Ride leaves Birmingham Moor Street station treating visitors to an unforgettable experience on-board. They get to sit aboard beautiful heritage carriages that are hauled by a real steam engine.
Children especially love being able to immerse themselves in the sights, sounds and intrigue of this classic children’s tale, which feels gloriously festive.
The 2004 movie The Polar Express, featuring the voice of Tom Hanks, has become a Christmas film favourite. It follows a group of children as they board a mysterious train that takes them to the North Pole to meet Santa and his elves.
The Polar Express train relaunched for the 2025 festive season on November 22 and will run up to December 23.
Tickets are on sale for the experience with Vintage Trains.
In the peak period during the school holidays, there are five trains a day on Saturday December 20 and Sunday December 21, and four on other days.
Under-3s travel free and tickets start from £91.16 for 2 people sitting at a table for four and £182.32 for four people.
While you’re in Birmingham city centre for the steam train, why not check out our other family attractions including this year’s Brum Christmas Reindeer Trail.
Visit the Vintage Trains website here for more information and tickets for the Polar Express trains.