SteamLights at Bluebell Railway, Sheffield Green, Uckfield

SteamLights is coming to Bluebell Railway, near Uckfield from 14th November 2020 to 5th January 2021, never seen before in the South East, this seasonal lights spectacular will sparkle, glow and shimmer on a magical steam train.

Illuminate the dark landscape as you journey and feast your eyes on an amazing light show along the way.  With festive displays, music and narration, this is a steam train experience not to be missed!

The experience

• Before boarding, witness the big switch on as we light up the darkness of Sheffield Park Station
• Board for the magical journey and be seated in the luxury of your own compartment; keeping your visit safe and enjoyable.  Add a special hamper stuffed with tasty treats and drinks at the time of booking and we will put them in your compartment to make the journey extra special!
• Journey through the Sussex countryside under cover of darkness, but bring shimmering light and colour as you go.  Along the way, enjoy festive scenes among the trees and clearings and a colourful light show orchestrated in time with music and narration. A multi-sensory feast!
• Arrive at Horsted Keynes Station and disembark for 30 minutes to take photographs of your spectacular train covered in lights.  The atmospheric country station adorned with lights and festive decoration provides the perfect backdrop.
• As you return to Sheffield Park, enjoy a second chance to sparkle through the countryside and view the festive scenes you may have missed the first time.

The whole experience will take around 1 hour 30 minutes and we ask people to arrive in good time to allow for social distancing measures.  For more details visit our Covid-19 Safety Measures page.

Photo and video credits: With thanks to North Norfolk Railway and North Yorkshire Moors Railway

PLEASE NOTE: This is a separate service to Santa Specials and Santa will not be appearing on our SteamLights service. 

Times & Prices

Selected dates from 14th November 2020 to 5th January 2021

Tickets: Third-class compartments (up to 8 people) – £120.00

First-class compartments (up to 6 people) – £150.00

You can also add hampers to your experience – these cost £10 for adults and £7 for children.

Every effort is made to ensure all information is correct at time of publication. We may not always be made aware of any future alterations and cannot be held responsible for incorrect information. Please always check before travel, for further information on SteamLights at Bluebell Railway visit their website.