The Railway Children Theatre Break

Theatre Breaks Online offer you the chance to see the theatre break The Railway Children so you can enjoy a fantastic evening at the theatre to see the show you've been wanting to see for ages. And then to save you commuting back home from the west end you can enjoy a top quality nights accomodation in one of our fantastic hotels.

Please Note : You can only purchase a hotel & show package. Tickets are not sold seperately on the theatre breaks page.

How to book The Railway Children

Following the success of its 2010 run at the old Eurostar platform York Theatre Royal’s production of The Railway Children won the Best Entertainment Award at the 2011 Olivier Awards. Now The Railway Children London is set to return to Waterloo station in June 2011.

Adapted from E Nesbit’s hugely popular book The Railway Children London tells the story of three children as their family is turned upside down when their father disappears and they have to move from an affluent town house in London to rural Yorkshire.

Bobby, Peter and Phyllis, move with their mother when their father is falsely imprisoned for selling secrets to the Russians. Finding solace in the steam trains on the nearby railway line the children soon befriend Station Master Perks and an Old Gentleman who throughout the play helps to prove their father’s innocence. Originally published in 1906 The Railway Children is a heart warming story of love and family ties.

The Railway Children moved to London after two summer runs at the National Railway Museum in York. Directed by Damian Cruden The Railway Children London features the old Gentleman's saloon carriage from the original 1970 film and a period steam train from the National Railway Museum. A 1,000 seat venue has been built around the railway tracks and audiences are seated either side.

Marcus Brigstocke will play Station Master Perks.

During the peak summer weeks there will be extra Matinees performances of The Railway Children Waterloo: Wednesday, Thursday and Saturday 14.30, Sunday 13.00 and 17.00

Please Note: The age limit is 2 years of age plus. (‘babes in arms’ are not permitted

You can only purchase tickets for The Railway Children with hotel accommodation, and the number of tickets you request must be the same as the number of hotel guests.

What the papers say :
'An enchanting theatrical experience - Stunning' - The Stage

'A thrilling ride back to childhood's romance' - The Guardian

'Great charm and an exciting story' - The Daily Express

Final show times are subject to change and specific cast members cannot be guaranteed for every performance

The most popular hotels in the west end are all available for selection and once you have chosen the The Railway Children theatre tickets and date you would like to go, you will be presented with a list of London hotels to choose from.

Accomodation for the The Railway Children theatre break ranges from great value 3 star hotels through to a luxury 5 star hotel break.

(Final show times are subject to change. Confirmation will appear on tickets.)



Theatre Break Extras

Add a rail journey to your 'The Railway Children' theatre break

Forget driving into London, take the easy way in and book train tickets with your 'The Railway Children' theatre break here and now. Theatre breaks online have some very competitive deals and you'll avoid the congestion charges and parking costs too, so be sure to get a quote.

How to book your train tickets:

• Firstly finalise the details of your theatre break.


• When you reach the "Review & Add" screen simply click the "Add a rail journey" link to price up your rail journey.

Ride on the London Eye

While you are in London be sure to take the opportunity to fly on the London Eye. The famous wheel gives fantastic views across London, a real exhilarating experience. With prices starting at £14.50 it really must not be missed.


How to book the London Eye:

After selecting the details of your 'The Railway Children' tickets and hotel you will reach the "Review & Add" screen:

• Click the "Add Tours And Tickets"


• Select your choices from the list


• Click the "Add Tours/Tickets Button" near the bottom of the screen

Other Extras
These are many extras which can be added to allow you to take full advantage of your stay in London.

• Insurance
• Oyster Cards
• London Dungeon
• Tower of London
• Madame Tussauds
• Ducktours
• Many many more