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THE SHAKESPEARE EXPRESS, WITH FLYING SCOTSMAN – AFTERNOON TEA

First Class Tables for 2 | 2 People

Guaranteed table for 2 people

£ 286.20

First Class Seats

£ 132.50

Standard Seats

£ 83.74

Prices include fees

Make this February unforgettable by booking an exciting mainline train journey hauled throughout by the legendary steam locomotive ‘Flying Scotsman’

Sit back, relax and enjoy the view of the Warwickshire countryside as you enjoy the romance of the golden age of steam train travel on the mainline.

Make it extra special with First Class travel. Enjoy a sumptuous Afternoon Tea on your journey all served to your seat. Tea and coffee are included throughout, with additional drinks available to purchase.

Departing From

Birmingham Snow Hill

Approximate Travel Timings

Joining Station Departs Returns
Birmingham Snow Hill 13:30 17:45

Please Note* All timings shown above are approximate and may be subject to change.

Choose your Experience

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First Class Dining Standard Class
Travel in our original 1960’s First Class carriages, with a Afternoon Tea served at your seat, with tea and coffee throughout. Guaranteed tables for two available for a £10.00 per person supplement, subject to availability. Comfortable seating at tables of four with picture windows. A buffet offers hot drinks, soft drinks, light refreshments and alcoholic drinks for purchase.

When you book a table for two, you’ll be seated as a pair with no other passengers at your table, even if placed at a table for four.

Reserve your seat today for an exciting journey behind the legendary Flying Scotsman.

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