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Experience the nostalgia and excitement of heritage trains on Britain's Mainline

Depart the Midlands aboard heritage steam and diesel hauled trains to Britain's most scenic and historic destinations.

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From £48.76 per Person

Flying Scotsman Train Rides

Wednesday 18^th, Thursday 19^th& Friday 20^th February

Travel behind the legendary Flying Scotsman this February half-term from the heart of Birmingham!

Operating 5 trips a day the locomotive will await passengers sat at the buffer stops and depart Birmingham Moor Street Station by diesel traction before returning to Birmingham under her own power, operating at mainline speeds.

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From £26.50 per person

The Shakespeare Pullman

Sunday 21^st June, 26^th July, 2^nd, 9^th, 16^th& 23^rdAugust

Join us aboard The Shakespeare Pullman for a Summer Sunday afternoon steam hauled journey from historic Stratford-upon-Avon to the heart of Birmingham and return.

Make it extraordinary: Choose a three course Sunday lunch in our luxurious Pullman dining cars or savour afternoon tea in elegant First Class. Both served to your seat while you watch the beautiful countryside pass by.

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Express Steam

From £132.50 per Person

The Shap Mountaineer

Saturday 28th March

This Spring we return to Carlisle, a 2,000 year old city with plenty of history to discover. While the city is famous for Hadrian’s Wall, there is much more besides including the Cathedral, Castle and several museums and galleries, all for you to explore.

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GUESTS OFTEN HIGHLIGHT NOT JUST OUR FOOD AND SERVICE, BUT THE THRILL OF HERITAGE MAINLINE RUNNING

"Can't wait to go again"

I went with husband today on the Shakespeare Express. We had a wonderful time our ticket included a full breakfast on the outward journey and afternoon tea on the return journey. The food was lovely. The staff were friendly and helpful. I would definitely recommend this for a wonderful day out. Can't wait to go again.

– Mary F., Google reviews

"Good simple family fun"

The Polar Express was a great family experience. If you’ve watched the movie then this hits the spot. There’s no CGI or fancy light show just good simple family fun. We loved it, great for younger children who’ve seen the movie.

– Nicholas H., Tripadvisor reviews

"Well organised"

We went for a ride out to Llandudno on Clun Castle. The whole thing was efficiency run and well organised. I've been on many heritage railways before but being able to ride on a steam train on the main railway lines was something else. Thoroughly enjoyed the whole experience!!!

– Steve A., Google reviews

"The food was excellent"

Truly had the best time, did not really know what to expect but we had a fabulous time. The food was excellent, the staff were incredible and the entertainment was hilarious.. this is something you must get involved with if you want the best experience out of it.. all four of us would definitely do this again.

– LynnieH101, Tripadvisor reviews

"The staff were AMAZING"

In the Summer I took my family, husband myself, and one of our children who is in a wheelchair, the staff were AMAZING to us, they were so considerate, helpful. Really cant say a big enough thank you to all of them, it made a beautiful day out even better. Looking forward to the Valentines dinning .....minus the kids x

– Janet C., Google reviews

"Beautiful steam train"

We had a lovely day on a beautiful steam train by vintage trains all the staff were friendly and helpful from start to finish we dined in a Pullman car it is very recommended.

– LightPacker823501, Tripadvisor reviews