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Sundaes on Sunday Express: A One‑Hour Vintage Ride from New Freedom to Glen Rock
A short, scenic round‑trip aboard restored 1800‑style coach cars with a complimentary ice‑cream sundae—this guide explains what to expect and how to board.
Sundaes on Sunday Express: A One‑Hour Vintage Ride from New Freedom to Glen Rock.
Enjoy a free ice‑cream sundae on a one‑hour round‑trip aboard restored 1800‑style coach cars that follow the original Northern Central Railroad route from New Freedom to historic Glen Rock, with on‑board interpretation about the towns and the rail line as you travel through the Heritage Rail Trail County Park.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Free Sunday Sundae for Every Rider
On Sunday departures every passenger receives a complimentary ice‑cream sundae served aboard the train during the one‑hour round trip between New Freedom and Glen Rock, making the outing as much about a simple pleasure as it is about rail history.
Restored 1800‑Era Coach Cars
Ride in vintage‑styled passenger cars modeled on nineteenth‑century coaches; the train’s collection recreates the look and feel of historic coaches for an authentic period atmosphere during the short scenic journey.
Heritage Rail Trail Scenery and Local History
The route retraces the original Northern Central Railroad alignment through the Heritage Rail Trail County Park, with narration about the towns and villages along the way and a turn‑around at historic Glen Rock.
What the day feels like
What the trip feels like
The outing is a compact, sociable excursion: passengers board at New Freedom, settle into restored coach seating, listen to interpretation about the railroad and towns en route, enjoy a complimentary sundae, and return after a one‑hour round trip to Glen Rock and back.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this outing best suits
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The excursion is a one‑hour round trip; passengers are asked to arrive early to check in and board on time.
Check in at the Gift Shop to receive your boarding pass and board at the New Freedom Historic Station (117 North Front Street); the operator requests that passengers arrive 30 minutes before departure.
Passengers receive a complimentary ice‑cream sundae on Sunday departures and travel in restored, period‑style coach cars with seasonally appropriate ventilation or air conditioning depending on the car.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the ride?
The excursion is a one‑hour round trip to Glen Rock and back.
Is an ice‑cream sundae included?
Yes—on Sunday departures every passenger receives a complimentary ice‑cream sundae.
Where do I board and check in?
Boarding is at the New Freedom Historic Station (117 North Front Street); check in at the Gift Shop to receive your boarding pass.
When should I arrive before departure?
Passengers are asked to arrive 30 minutes before the scheduled departure time to check in.
Are the coach cars accessible and do they have restrooms?
Some coaches include restrooms and accessibility features; specific cars offer accessibility and onboard restrooms—contact the operator for details and seating availability.