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The Shakespeare Express: Sunday 6th April

37 240 which last pulled a passenger service on the mainline on 1st December 1996, has recently been out on a test run and helped pull a Vintage Trains train back from Hellifield last week. We are pleased to announce that it will be rostered to haul the Shakespeare Express on Sunday 6th April between Birmingham Snow Hill and Worcester Shrub Hill and reverse later in the day. The train will be led by one of our Castles between Worcester and Stratford-upon-Avon and return to Worcester.

To give passengers an early opportunity to travel behind 37 240, we have a limited number of tickets available from Birmingham Snow Hill to Worcester Shrub Hill and return later in the day, in the first passenger carriage behind the locomotive.

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"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