All aboard for spine-tingling fun! 🚂🎃 If you’re hunting for unforgettable Halloween train rides in East Anglia, you’re in the right place.
From Norfolk’s nostalgic steam railways to Suffolk and Essex’s charming heritage lines, these seasonal journeys mix eerie ambience with family-friendly thrills.
Think pumpkin-lit platforms 🕯️, costumed conductors 👻, and gentle jump-scares as the carriages rattle through moonlit countryside 🌙.
Many railways add extra magic with trick-or-treat trails 🍬, storytelling 📖, glow sticks ✨, and photo spots perfect for little ghouls.
Whether you’re after a not-too-spooky outing for toddlers or a twilight adventure for braver kids, Halloween train rides in East Anglia offer atmosphere without the overwhelm.
Tickets often sell out quickly ⏳, so plan ahead, wrap up warm 🧣, and bring a torch 🔦 for after-dark platforms.
Ready to ride? Scroll on for the best events, dates, and tips to make your autumn night on the rails frightfully good fun. 🦇👻
Halloween Train Rides in East Anglia
Audley End Railway Halloween Special
Location : Audley End Miniature Railway, Audley End Road, Audley End, Saffron Waldon, Essex CB11 4JB
🎃✨ Join them after dark this Halloween Special!✨🎃
The best way to experience the Halloween Special is when the sun goes down, and the lanterns light your path.
There is so much in store, including…
🚂 A train ride through the spooky-not-scary woodland where you can discover Halloween-themed shelters
🪄 Watch William and his friends during your train ride and discover what has gone wrong with his wand
📸 Stroll through the Fulfen Forest, where you can discover a straw bale maze and some photo opportunities
🫧 Create your own witch’s potion in the Craft Lodge
🧙♀️ Gather round and watch Narcissa at the Stage Show
🧚♀️ Head to part of the Fairy & Elf Walk, where the magical creatures have decorated for the spooky season
🛝 Run around in the Adventure Playground
☕️ Refresh at a variety of the cafes on site
Plus, as an extra, you can purchase a variety of pumpkins to take home with you. Or if you fancy something sweeter, then why not toast a marshmallow around the fire; these can be bought at Forest Snacks in the Fulfen Forest!
For further information CLICK HERE
Bressingham Spooky Halloween Evenings
Location : Low Rd, Diss IP22 2AA
Enjoy a Spooktacular evening at Bressingham Steam Museum, with a haunting theme.
There will be a ghostly train ride, Gallopers rides, seasonal treats, games and more.
The dates for this years Spooky Special are the 25th, 29th, 30th and 31st October 2025.
Come in your most spookiest dress!
For further information CLICK HERE
Bure Valley Railway Kids Go Free
Location : Aylsham Station, Norwich Road, Aylsham, Norfolk, NR11 6BW
KIDS GO FREE this half-term week! Children can also take part in a Halloween themed activity for their journey.
The Whistlestop Café will also be decorated and Halloween Lunch Boxes will be available to purchase (not included in ticket price).
To make this truly a children’s event, children travel FREE when accompanied by a full fare-paying adult. Max 2 children (0-15 years) per adult.
For further information CLICK HERE
Epping Ongar Railway Fright Week
Location : All trains depart from North Weald station, CM16 6BT. You will not be able to join these services at Ongar. Do not follow the brown signs as these will direct you to Ongar.
Dare you ride the Ghost Train from North Weird?
Steam hauled train journey from North Weird – but beware the living dead aren’t just lurking outside the windows!
Find the ghosts haunting the eerie gruesome graveyard
Meet the manic magician and watch his mysterious show
Trick or treat the spooky shopkeeper!
For further information CLICK HERE
Mid Norfolk Railway Halloween Express
Location : Wymondham Abbey Station, Becketswell Rd, Wymondham NR18 9PH
Join them for a thrilling train ride on the Mid Norfolk Railway this Halloween! The heritage Class 142 Pacer will be departing from Wymondham Abbey Station, taking brave adventurers to Kimberley Station for a spooky escapade.
Onboard the ghostly train, enjoy Halloween entertainment, spooky quiz, before arriving at Kimberley Station for Halloween themed fun activities!
Your stop at Kimberley Station will last 40 minutes, with the entire experience lasting about an hour. Children will receive small complimentary Trick or Treat-style gifts, so please ensure they are accompanied at all times.
For further information CLICK HERE
Are you brave enough to ride a Spooky Express this half term?