The Gruffalo will be making personal appearances at intervals throughout the day.
Pre-booking is essential for our VIP departures (times TBC)
Don’t forget to bring your camera!
What does my ticket include?
Personal appearances from The Gruffalo at Hythe Station at intervals throughout the day.
Magician to entertain the family whilst you wait to meet the Gruffalo & for your train ride.
After meeting the Gruffalo, you can hop on a return train ride from Hythe to New Romney (recommended times below)
Activity pack, including ‘decorate your own biscuit’, which will take place at the Heywood Buffet.
Children’s outdoor play areas will be open at New Romney.
The Heywood Buffet will be open for takeaway drinks and snacks including our popular children’s lunchboxes.
Optional extra:
Tickets:
Booked event ticket times are the earliest time you are able to meet the Gruffalo.
Below are the recommended train times to board after meeting the Gruffalo, from Hythe to New Romney.
10:15 Tickets | 11:00 Recommended train journey departure
11:15 Tickets | 12:00 Recommended train journey departure
12:15 Tickets | 13:00 Recommended train journey departure
13:15 Tickets | 14:00 Recommended train journey departure
14:15 Tickets | 15:00 Recommended train journey departure
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