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This Magical High Tea Train Near Toronto Has Pumpkin Spiced Treats & Stunning Fall Scenery

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Woman standing by a train with pumpkins. Right: A train track surrounded by fall leaves.

Woman standing by a train with pumpkins. Right: A train track surrounded by fall leaves.

Lead Writer, Travel

Pinkies up! This majestic fall train ride near Toronto will whisk you away through an autumn wonderland filled with seasonal treats and it's the perfect seasonal activity.

The York Durham Heritage Railway is bringing back its fall experiences and you can enjoy the changing colours in a totally unique way.

YDHR, located about an hour from Toronto in Uxbridge, is hosting two fall-themed high tea attractions this year — The Fall Colours High Tea and the Pumpkin High Tea.

The Fall Colours High Tea starts on September 21, 2023 and runs on select dates until October 7. The vintage train will whisk you away through vibrant autumn landscapes as you indulge in fall-themed treats and sip "sophisticated" teas.

The experience runs for an hour and a half and it's a totally unique way to enjoy the red and orange colours of the season.

The Pumpkin High Tea takes place on October 14 and 15 and, as the name suggests, it's the perfect experience for pumpkin lovers.

You'll sip pumpkin-infused teas and bite into treats like pumpkin scones and pumpkin-spiced pastries, all while gliding through stunning fall scenery.

Tickets for both events are available online and cost $84.99 for the Fall Colours High Tea and $99.99 for the Pumpkin High Tea.

These aren't the only fall experiences taking place at YDHR. The railway is hosting a Fall Festival as well as a Fall Harvest Lunch Train and a new "Hell Train" which is described as a "moving haunted house."

Whether you're a fall foliage fanatic or a pumpkin spice enthusiast, the York Durham Heritage Railway has several experiences where you can indulge in everything autumn.

YDHR Fall High Tea Trains

\u200bFall high tea train.

Fall high tea train.

YDHR | Handout

Price: $84.99 + per person

When: Select days starting September 21, 2023

Address: 19 Railway St., Uxbridge, ON

Why You Need To Go: Experience the fall colours while riding a train filled with autumn treats.

Accessibility: Some events are wheelchair and service animal accessible. See accessibility policies here.

YDHR website

Before you get going, check out our Responsible Travel Guide so you can be informed, be safe, be smart, and most of all, be respectful on your adventure.

This article's cover image was used for illustrative purposes only.

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  • Lead Writer

    Madeline Forsyth is a Toronto-based Lead Writer for Narcity Media. After earning her B.A. (Hons) at Queen's University, she spent a year travelling much of the world as a flight attendant. Now, she uses her experience in the travel industry and passion for writing to share stories about buzzworthy events and adventures across Canada and the globe. Madeline has been published in PopSugar and has interviewed sports and entertainment personalities for Narcity. She has covered and photographed restaurant openings as well as event launches such as the world premiere of the Dr. Seuss Experience. Some of her favourite things to write about include charming small towns and anything to do with Harry Potter.

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