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Mainline steam and diesel journeys across Great Britain, from the heart of the West Midlands.

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13 hours 29 minutes
Derby Shakespeare Express

Derby Shakespeare Express

The Derby Shakespeare Express Sunday 26th April & Sunday 25th October Destination: Stratford-upon-AvonDeparting from: Derby, Burton-on-Trent, Tamworth, Coleshill ParkwayClasses of Travel: Pullman, First Class (Non-Dining) & Standard (Non-Dining) Join us aboard The Derby Shakespeare Express for an unforgettable steam hauled journey from the East Midlands through the beautiful Warwickshire countryside to historic Stratford upon Avon, with dining options available. Book your journey today and experience the golden age of rail travel.
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The Shakespeare Express from Stratford-upon-Avon

The Shakespeare Express from Stratford-upon-Avon

Sunday 26th April, 17th May & 25th October Departing from: Stratford-upon-AvonClasses of Travel: Pullman, First Class & Standard 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. Discover your ideal experience and book today.
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Worcester Shakespeare Express

Worcester Shakespeare Express

The Worcester Shakespeare Express Sunday 17th May & 8th November Departing from: Worcester Shrub Hill, Droitwich Spa, Stourbridge JunctionClasses of Travel: Pullman & Standard (Non-Dining) Join us aboard The Worcester Shakespeare Express for an unforgettable steam hauled journey through the beautiful Warwickshire and Worcestershire countryside to historic Stratford-upon-Avon, with dining options available. Book your journey today and experience the golden age of rail travel.
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The Shakespeare Express from Stratford-upon-Avon

The Shakespeare Express from Stratford-upon-Avon

The Shakespeare Express from Stratford-upon-Avon Sunday 26th April, 17th May & 25th October Departing from: Stratford-upon-AvonClasses of Travel: Pullman, First Class & Standard 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. Discover your ideal experience and book today.
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WHY VINTAGE TRAINS

British railway
heritage in action

Vintage Trains operates from Tyseley Locomotive Works in Birmingham, one of the country’s leading centres of steam locomotive preservation. Every journey runs on the national mainline, hauled by restored locomotives that have been maintained to the same standards they were built to.

WHAT OUR PASSENGERS SAY

“We took the Shakespeare Express for my husband’s birthday and we loved it even more than we expected to. Watching the countryside from an old carriage made the whole day feel like an experience. We were in Stratford by lunchtime and saw Shakespeare’s birthplace and had lunch before heading back. Was great.”

Imogen

“I booked mainly for the train, but the meal on board was one of the best bits of the day. Everything was cooked properly and our favourite bit was the full English in the morning.”

Freya

“For us, it’s all about the people. All the volunteers we spoke to clearly loved what they do and we loved talking to them about it. You can tell the whole thing is run by people who care, not just people doing a job.”

Barley