Swanage Railway Halloween Ghost Trains

🗓️ Saturday 25th October – Sunday 2nd November 2025

Step aboard the Swanage Railway this half-term holiday…if you dare!

There’s a brand new family-friendly spooky train ride on the railway this October, packed with pumpkins, ghouls, gentle chills and Halloween magic.

The whole family’s encouraged to come in Halloween costume and there’ll be seasonal treats available before you board your train for an immersive experience, with the heritage carriages and station decorated for Halloween.

What to expect:

  • Theatrical family-friendly spooky fun and surprises
  • Meet Swanage Railway’s friendly witch and listen to spine-tingling stories as you travel
  • Spot ghostly surprises and glowing pumpkins along the route
  • And lots more fiendish fun!