A STUNNING steam train will be travelling through the Hampshire countryside in a blaze of glorious colour as the popular Steam Illuminations event has returned to the Watercress Line. 

From November to January visitors can ride the colourful Steam Illuminations train, which features a constantly changing display of colourful computer-controlled LED lights outside and inside the heritage steam train.

As well as the popular family train rides, the last train of the day has been turned into a party train complete with DJ for the over-18s only. 

Watercress Line CEO Amanda Squires said: “We can’t wait to brighten up the dark winter nights with our breathtaking Steam Illuminations and the brand-new Steam Illuminations Party Mix trains this festive season. It will be a wonderful experience and is sure to get everyone in the mood for Christmas."

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Basingstoke Gazette:

Trains depart from Alton or Alresford station for a round trip (approximately 45 minutes) costing £55 for two, £180 for a compartment for six and free for children under two years old.

For tickets to the Steam Illuminations go to watercressline.co.uk/steam-illuminations/

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