Alibi Events LTD

05/05/2026

As ticket sales are well underway for this years Santa Specials at East Lancashire Railway, we look back to last years success, and when BBC News came to meet our Festive Friends, and all the volunteers who make the event possible! 🚂

30/04/2026

24/03/2026

Well set those alarms to jingle all the way because tickets go on sale THIS FRIDAY for the 2026 Santa Specials at East Lancashire Railway 🚂

Next stop… the North Pole! ❄️

📸 Rory Lushman

20/03/2026

It’s never too early to plan for the most magical time of the year, and we want everyone to be part of it! 🌨️🚂

For 40 years, the ELR has been at the heart of Christmas in Bury, and this year promises to be just as special. ✨

Step aboard for:
• Heritage steam train journeys 🛤️
• Festive fun and atmosphere 🎄
• Colourful characters 🤶
• A very special visit from Santa himself 🎅

There’s still time to pre-register for exclusive event updates and be the first to hear when tickets go live. 🎟️

We wouldn’t want you to miss a truly magical Christmas experience!


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16/03/2026

Some recent behind the scenes at East Lancashire Railway 🚂

Some of our team were back on the platform to assist in filming some teasers for the 2026 Christmas season 🎥

Keep an eye on our socials for upcoming castings 👀

02/03/2026

Christmas 2026 planning underway at East Lancashire Railway 🚂

For 40 years, The East Lancashire Railway has been helping create magical memories for generations of families, and 2026 will be no different.

This Christmas, Bolton Street Station will once again transform into an enchanting winter wonderland!

🚂 Heritage steam trains
🎉 Festive Cheer
🤶 Colourful Characters
🎅 And Santa himself!

As an early present, we’re giving early birds something special…

🎫 Pre-register now for exclusive event updates, be the first to hear when tickets go live!

Don’t miss your chance to secure the most magical seats of the season on board the North West’s most beloved festive experience.

https://www.eastlancsrailway.org.uk/register-santa/

21/02/2026

It’s never too early to start planning your Christmas event…
Alibi Events LTD can help take your event to the next level. We provide performers, costume, script, choreography and full production & event management.
We are meeting with new clients over March and April for Christmas 2026 so get in touch 📲

16/01/2026

This last Christmas we departed 144 Santa Special trains with our team of 40+ performers across 2 sites and greeted an audience of over 40,000!

Considering us for your events?
We offer a wide range of services, including event planning, design, entertainment and production, ensuring every detail is carefully crafted to perfection.
From the initial concept to the final event, we work closely with you to create a seamless and stress-free experience that exceeds expectations.
With our expertise and passion for innovation, we turn ordinary events into extraordinary moments.
Let us transform your next occasion into an unforgettable experience.

30/12/2025

From all of us to all of you, a very Bury Christmas! 🚂

📍 East Lancashire Railway
📸 Rory Lushman

23/12/2025

TWO MORE SLEEPS!

Festive feels are right on schedule at East Lancashire Railway 🚂

📸 Rory Lushman
🧵 MelJoy Costumes

21/12/2025

Did you spot us on BBC News last week?
A fantastic report on the Santa Specials, and all the hard work that has gone into this event over the last THIRTY+ years! 😮

📍 East Lancashire Railway

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