Springfield Park Model Train Santa Special
Date published: 14 December 2014
Springfield Park Model Train Santa Special
-Organisers the Rochdale Society of Model and Experimental Engineers
For the past two weekends, members of the Rochdale Society of Model and Experimental Engineers have been offering children and families the chance to take a festive ride on the model train in Springfield Park.
On most Sunday afternoons, weather permitting, the society operates a passenger service throughout the year and with the festive season just around the corner, the group got Santa and his elves involved.
Frank Atherton, President of the Society, said: “We have been offering the Santa specials for a few years now. It is just a nice thing to do at this time of year and over the years we have built up on the decorations and things.”
Those who boarded the train got to meet Father Christmas, received a packet of sweets and ride around the half a mile track.
“Despite the weather, we have had a few people on board today who have enjoyed it. It hasn’t been as busy as it usually is but that is down to the weather,” added Frank.
Today (Sunday 14 December) was the last day of the Santa Specials but it is likely that the festive treat will be back next year.
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