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The Classic
Steam Experience
2021
WELCOME ABOARD O U R I M M A C U L AT E LY R E S T O R E D
WORLD-FAMOUS STEAM LOCOMOTIVES
Welcome to the 2021 edition of our Directory offering a brief overview of
classic steam experience tours operated by Saphos Trains. For full information
and further details please refer to our website www.saphostrains.com
All tours will be hauled by one of our immaculately PREMIER DINING
restored world-famous steam locomotives including: Seating is in our refurbished First-Class carriages
with seating arranged at tables of four, or two, laid
LMS 46100 ‘ROYAL SCOT’ with crisp linen and fully dressed with the finest
SOUTHERN 34046 ‘BRAUNTON’ crockery, fresh flowers and glassware. On a typical
one day tour the service includes a full English
BR 70000 ‘BRITANNIA’ 46100 ‘ROYAL SCOT’ 34046 ‘BRAUNTON’
Breakfast served with old-fashioned, courteous Built in 1927, ‘Royal Scot’ was the flagship engine of the LMS and Built by the Southern Railway in 1946, ‘Braunton’, a member of
LNER 60007 ‘SIR NIGEL GRESLEY’ attention by your personal carriage steward, in 1933 was selected to travel to the USA for the Century of Progress the West Country class, was designed to work some of the fastest
LNER 60532 ‘BLUE PETER’ followed by a late morning tea/coffee service with Exposition. Complete with a set of carriages she was displayed in and most celebrated trains on the South coast including the
pastries. Following an afternoon stop for sightseeing Chicago, travelled throughout the country, and even crossed the Bournemouth Belle and Atlantic Coast Express.
Rocky Mountains.
STANDARD CLASS you will be welcomed back on board with a selection
Reserved seating is arranged around a table of four. of tempting canapés as you look forward to the
Toilet facilities are available in each carriage and a gastronomic journey ahead comprising of a
buffet bar is available throughout most of the sumptuous four course dinner, lovingly created by
journey for the purchase of hot & cold beverages, our brigade of chefs. An extensive range of drinks
snacks, and alcoholic drinks. including aperitifs, fine wines, champagne, and
liquors is available for purchase throughout the day.
FIRST CLASS
Reserved seating is arranged around a table of four, TICKETS & TIMINGS
or table of two. Toilet facilities are available in each The departure/arrival times shown in this
carriage and a complimentary service of tea/coffee publication and our website are approximate,
& biscuits are included. A buffet bar is available based on the best information available when the 70000 ‘BRITANNIA’ 60007 ‘SIR NIGEL GRESLEY’
throughout most of the journey for the purchase tour was first planned so they should be treated The first of its class of 55 Pacific locomotives built by British Railways, Built at Doncaster in 1937 to haul the crack express trains operating
‘Britannia’ entered service in 1951 and worked crack express trains between London and Edinburgh, 60007 was named after her
of hot & cold beverages, light refreshments, and as a rough guide only. However, please be aware
from London to East Anglia. In 1952 she had the honour of hauling designer and is now one of only six A4 Pacific’s in existence. She
alcoholic drinks. that these timings can vary considerably when the funeral train of King George VI from Kings Lynn to London and had the honour of hauling the Royal Train in 1956 and in 1959 gained
the confirmed timings are received from Network in 2012 the Royal train with HRH Prince Charles on board. the post-war speed record for steam having attained 112mph.
FIRST CLASS PRIVATE COMPARTMENT Rail and we are unable to consider a cancellation,
Enjoy the exclusive use of a private compartment refund or transfer due to the confirmed timings
containing a maximum of six first class seats - being different to the approximate ones previously
Included in the price is a complimentary service advised. The tickets, seating information and
of tea/coffee, biscuits, and Smoked Salmon Blinis itinerary for all tours are normally posted first
on the outward journey, whilst on the return you class 7 days prior to the date of travel.
will be welcomed on board with a chilled glass of
champagne and sumptuous Afternoon Tea. For more information and to book online
please visit: www.saphostrains.com
or call 0800 038 5320
5029 ‘NUNNEY CASTLE’ 60532 ‘BLUE PETER’
Nunney Castle was completed at Swindon Works in May 1934 as Blue Peter is the last remaining L.N.E.R. Class A2 Pacific and was one
No. 5029. It is one of a class of 171 locomotives built between 1923 and of the most powerful express passenger locomotives in the UK. She
1950. The design of the ‘Castle’ was based on a previous GWR was one of 15 of the class designed by Arthur H Peppercorn and
locomotive the ‘Star’. She is currently being overhauled and is entered service in 1948 just weeks after the amalgamation of the Big
scheduled to start service in 2021. Four railway companies into the newly nationalised British Railways.
SAPHOS TRAINS | Classic Steam 1
THE WHITE ROSE
SATURDAY 30 JANUARY - DEPARTING FROM
WOLVERHAMPTON (06.05/23.30) / WALSALL (06.30/23.10) / CANNOCK (06.45/22.55)
HEDNESFORD (06.50/22.50) / RUGELEY TOWN (07.00/22.45) / STAFFORD (07.15/22.30)
CREWE (08.15/21.30) / HARTFORD (08.30/21.10) / WARRINGTON BANK QUAY (08.50/20.50)
NEWTON LE WILLOWS (09.20/20.35) / MANCHESTER VICTORIA (09.50/20.00)
WEDNESDAY 18 AUGUST - DEPARTING FROM
WOLVERHAMPTON (06.05/23.30) / CODSALL (06.30/23.20) / TELFORD (06.45/23.10)
WELLINGTON (06.55/22.55) / SHREWSBURY (07.10/22.40) / CREWE (08.15/21.30)
HARTFORD (08.30/21.10) / WARRINGTON BANK QUAY (08.50/20.50)
NEWTON LE WILLOWS (09.20/20.35) / MANCHESTER VICTORIA (09.50/20.00)
WEDNESDAY 15 DECEMBER - DEPARTING FROM
LLANDUDNO JCT (06.15/23.35) / COLWYN BAY (06.25/23.25) / RHYL (06.35/23.15)
PRESTATYN (06.45/23.00) / FLINT (07.00/22.50) / SHOTTON (07.10/22.40) / CHESTER (07.20/22.30)
CREWE (08.15/21.30) HARTFORD (08.30/21.10) / WARRINGTON BANK QUAY (08.50/20.50)
NEWTON LE WILLOWS (09.20/20.35) / MANCHESTER VICTORIA (09.50/20.00) Enjoy a fabulous day tour steam hauled from Crewe over two very different
routes with the outward journey taking the spectacular Vale of Edale through
the Peak District National Park with stunning views of Mam Tor to historic
York for a sightseeing break.
We return through Wakefield and true Pennine
scenery with the rugged and steep sided Calder Valley
towering over the train with its stone architecture
clinging to the hillside and restored Rochdale Canal
keeping company with the line. York is a city of
extraordinary cultural and historical wealth. A
magnificent circuit of 13th-century walls encloses
the narrow streets. At its heart lies the immense
Minster, one of the most beautiful Gothic cathedrals
in the world. The tourist-oriented city with its myriad
museums include the Jorvik Centre and superb
National Railway Museum.
STANDARD CL ASS £99 / FIRST CL ASS £165 / PREMIER DINING £320
FIRST CL ASS PRIVATE COMPARTMENT £999
Guaranteed window tables for 2 are available at a supplement of £35 per person in 1st Class & Premier Dining
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THE L AKEL ANDER
SATURDAY 13 FEBRUARY - DEPARTING FROM
LEICESTER (06.10/23.15) / NARBOROUGH (06.25/23.00) / HINCKLEY (06.35/22.50)
NUNEATON (06.45/22.40) / TAMWORTH (07.00/22.25) / LICHFIELD TRENT VALLEY (07.10/22.15)
STAFFORD (07.35/21.55) / CREWE (08.35/21.15) / PRESTON (09.45/2.15)
SATURDAY 15 MAY - DEPARTING FROM
RUGBY (06.05/23.20) / COVENTRY (06.15/23.10) / HAMPTON IN ARDEN (06.25/22.55)
BIRMINGHAM INTERNATIONAL (06.30/22.50) / WOLVERHAMPTON (07.10/22.15)
STAFFORD (07.35/21.55) / CREWE (08.35/21.15) / PRESTON (09.45/20.15)
SATURDAY 21 AUGUST - DEPARTING FROM
HEREFORD (06.00/23.25) / LEOMINSTER (06.10/23.10) / LUDLOW (06.20/23.00)
CRAVEN ARMS (06.30/22.50) / CHURCH STRETTON (06.40/22.40) / SHREWSBURY (07.20/22.10)
WHITCHURCH (07.45/21.45) / CREWE (08.35/21.15) / PRESTON (09.45/20.15)
Enjoy a fabulous day tour hauled by steam from Crewe and offering spectacular
views of the Cumbrian mountains and high Pennines as we climb over the
Lakeland fells to the historic border city of Carlisle for a lunchtime break.
Returning around the longest coastal line in Britain
with splendid views across the Irish Sea and
Morecambe Bay - Travelling north through Lancaster
our steam locomotive works hard to climb up the
severe gradients of Grayrigg and Shap with splendid
views of the Cumbrian Fells. There will be around
two hours available to explore the ancient border city
prior to returning around the scenic Cumbrian Coast.
At Millom, we follow the sweeping estuary and after
Ulverston, we cross Leven Viaduct and follow the
shoreline of Morecambe Bay crossing the lengthy
Kent Viaduct at Arnside.
STANDARD CL ASS £99 / FIRST CL ASS £165 / PREMIER DINING £320
FIRST CL ASS PRIVATE COMPARTMENT £999
Guaranteed window tables for 2 are available at a supplement of £35 per person in 1st Class & Premier Dining
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WELSH MARCHES EXPRESS
SATURDAY 27 FEBRUARY - DEPARTING FROM
NOTTINGHAM (06.00/22.30) / LONG EATON (06.30/21.55) / DERBY (06.55/21.35)
TUTBURY & HATTON (07.15/21.20) / UTTOXETER (07.25/21.05) / STOKE ON TRENT (07.55/20.35)
KIDSGROVE (08.10/20.20) / ALSAGER (08.20/20.30) / CREWE (08.40/19.50)
SHREWSBURY (09.20/19.00)
SATURDAY 27 MARCH - DEPARTING FROM
EAST MIDLANDS PARKWAY (06.00/22.35) / LOUGHBOROUGH (06.10/22.25)
LEICESTER (06.25/22.05) / NARBOROUGH (06.45/21.45) / HINCKLEY (06.55/21.35)
NUNEATON (07.05/21.25) / TAMWORTH (07.20/21.10) / LICHFIELD TRENT VALLEY (07.30/21.00)
STAFFORD (08.00/20.30) CREWE (08.40/19.50) / SHREWSBURY (09.20/19.00)
WEDNESDAY 11 AUGUST - DEPARTING FROM
WIGAN NORTH WESTERN (06.20/22.10) / ST HELENS CENTRAL (06.40/21.50)
HUYTON (07.00/21.30) / BROAD GREEN (07.10/21.20) / LIVERPOOL LIME STREET (07.30/21.00)
LIVERPOOL SOUTH PARKWAY (07.40/20.50) / RUNCORN (07.55/20.35)
HARTFORD (08.10/20.20) / CREWE (08.40/19.50) / SHREWSBURY (09.20/19.00)
Our train is steam hauled from Crewe offering a totally unique day out as we
traverse the breath-taking beauty of the Welsh Marches route with a journey
through the pretty Shropshire countryside dividing England and Wales.
Passing Church Stretton with outstanding views of
the Long Mynd and continuing along the Marches
we pass magnificent Stokesay Castle and the historic
towns of Ludlow and Hereford. Entering South Wales
and the county of Monmouthshire there are superb
views of the Brecon Beacons and at Newport we cross
the River Usk, joining the Great Western main line to
Cardiff for an afternoon break.
CARDIFF
Wales’ capital city offers spectacular shopping,
museums, and dining. Easy to explore on foot you
can visit the Welsh National Museum and spectacular
Cardiff Castle. Perhaps also visit Cardiff Bay with
restaurants, waterside views, and Wales Millenium
Centre.
STANDARD CL ASS £99 / FIRST CL ASS £165 / PREMIER DINING £320
FIRST CL ASS PRIVATE COMPARTMENT £999
Guaranteed window tables for 2 are available at a supplement of £35 per person in 1st Class & Premier Dining
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NORTH WALES COAST EXPRESS THE WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE
SATURDAY 6 MARCH - DEPARTING FROM WEDNESDAY 10 MARCH - DEPARTING FROM
WORCESTER SHRUB HILL (06.30/21.50) / DROITWICH SPA (06.45/21.30) / KIDDERMINSTER (07.00/21.20) YORK (06.00/23.00) / CHURCH FENTON (06.10/22.50) / LEEDS (06.30/22.30)
STOURBRIDGE JCT (07.15/21.00) / ROWLEY REGIS (07.30/20.50) / TAME BRIDGE PARKWAY (08.00/20.20) WAKEFIELD KIRKGATE (06.55/22.05 / BRIGHOUSE (07.15/21.45) / HEBDEN BRIDGE (07.35/21.25)
WOLVERHAMPTON (08.40/20.00 / STAFFORD (09.00/19.30) / CREWE (10.00/18.30) TODMORDEN (07.45/21.15) / ROCHDALE (08.00/21.00) / MANCHESTER VICTORIA (08.20/20.40)
NEWTON LE WILLOWS (08.40/20.20) / WARRINGTON BANK QUAY / (09.00/20.00) CREWE (09.55/19.10)
Enjoy a day out to the beautiful North Wales coast as our train travels on a 200-
mile steam hauled journey from Crewe across the pretty Cheshire Plain, through WEDNESDAY 1 SEPTEMBER 2021 - DEPARTING FROM
HOLYHEAD (06.50/22.20) / BANGOR (07.20/21.50 / LLANDUDNO JCT (07.45/21.20)
Chester and along the delightful Welsh shoreline, known for its stunning beaches
COLWYN BAY (07.55/21.05) / RHYL (08.10/20.50) / PRESTATYN (08.20/20.40) /
with sweeping views of the Irish Sea, historic castles, Snowdonia and finally FLINT (08.35/20.25) / SHOTTON (08.45/20.15) / CHESTER (09.00/20.00) / CREWE (09.55/19.10)
crossing the Menai Strait to Anglesey.
The choice of destinations includes: BANGOR Travel in style on our steam hauled train to enjoy a wonderful day out to
A small but lively university town, Bangor has Stratford-upon-Avon, one of England’s most historic and vibrant towns.
LL ANDUDNO a Cathedral and the Bishop’s Palace has been
Alight at Llandudno Junction and join the local refurbished with a museum and gallery. Perhaps
Situated on the River Avon Stratford is today most
service train to Llandudno (payable locally), one of visit Penrhyn Castle, the National Trust mansion
famous as the home of Elizabethan playwright
the finest seaside resorts in Britain there is much to set in beautiful grounds on the outskirts of town.
William Shakespeare whose birthplace is a “must
enjoy with a splendid promenade and an excellent
see”, as is Anne Hathaway’s cottage. The train is
restored pier. The town is outstandingly preserved HOLYHEAD
steam hauled from Crewe for a fast run along the
with all the traditional attractions of its Victorian The port of Holyhead offers several places to eat and
West Coast main line through Walsall and beautiful
origins and perhaps ride up the Great Orme on shop along with a Maritime Museum where you can
Warwickshire for a lunchtime arrival with many
board the tramway dating from 1902. learn more about the 100 or so shipwrecks that have
fantastic areas to explore with unique curio shops
taken place in the vicinity. Perhaps stroll down to
to open parkland along the river.
South Stack Lighthouse or take a coastal walk.
STANDARD CL ASS £99 / FIRST CL ASS £165 / PREMIER DINING £320 STANDARD CL ASS £99 / FIRST CL ASS £165 / PREMIER DINING £320
FIRST CL ASS PRIVATE COMPARTMENT £999 FIRST CL ASS PRIVATE COMPARTMENT £999
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BUXTON SPA EXPRESS GREAT WESTERN ENVOY
WEDNESDAY 14 APRIL - DEPARTING FROM WEDNESDAY 28 APRIL - DEPARTING FROM
HEREFORD (06.00/22.45) / LEOMINSTER (06.10/22.35) / LUDLOW (06.20/22.25) BRIDGNORTH (06.00/22.45) / HIGHLEY (06.35/22.10) / ARLEY (06.45/21.55)
CRAVEN ARMS (06.30/22.15) / CHURCH STRETTON (06.40/22.00) / SHREWSBURY (07.00/21.45) BEWDLEY (06.55/21.40) / KIDDERMINSTER (07.15/21.20) / STOURBRIDGE JCT (07.35/21.00)
CREWE (08.00/20.40) / STAFFORD (08.40/20.00) / RUGELEY TRENT VALLEY (08.50/19.50) BIRMINGHAM SNOW HILL (08.20/20.10) / SOLIHULL (08.50/19.40) / DORRIDGE (09.10/19.20)
BURTON ON TRENT (09.30/19.10) WARWICK PARKWAY (09.25/19.00)
Travel in style on our steam hauled train from Crewe to enjoy a wonderful day This is an utterly amazing and unique steam hauled tour offering a journey
out to Buxton Spa. We travel through the East Midlands towards Sheffield and departing from stations along the Severn Valley heritage railway and through
along the beautiful Hope Valley for a journey through the stunning Peak District the heart of England, passing Banbury, Oxford, and Swindon, we continue
National Park offering amazing views of Mam Tor. through the rolling hills of beautiful Wiltshire with a choice of destination
in elegant Bath or maritime Bristol.
At Chinley we join the line to Peak Forest as our BUXTON:
engine works hard up the steep gradients to Buxton The highest market town in England, situated 1,000 BATH BRISTOL
for an afternoon break. The return journey takes a feet up in the Peak District National Park and is The elegant city with attractions just a short stroll The famous seafaring town and home to Brunel’s S.S
different route as we traverse the line through Dove deservedly renowned for its Georgian and Victorian from the station including its famous crescents, curio Great Britain launched in 1843 and now restored as a
Holes and Whaley Bridge to Stockport before architecture much of it linked with the 5th Duke of shops, street cafes and magnificent Abbey. Perhaps proud memorial to its great designer. Perhaps take a
joining the Hope Valley line and retracing the Devonshire’s ambitions in 1780 to create an exclusive visit the Roman Pump Room and Baths or take a walk over the Clifton Suspension Bridge or wander
outward journey. spa town. There are stunning ornamental gardens, a gentle river cruise or open top bus tour. through the antique shops on Christmas steps.
wealth of independent shops, cafes, and restaurants
along with natural wonders such as Poole’s Cavern,
and the famous Opera House.
STANDARD CL ASS £99 / FIRST CL ASS £165 / PREMIER DINING £320 STANDARD CL ASS £99 / FIRST CL ASS £165 / PREMIER DINING £320
FIRST CL ASS PRIVATE COMPARTMENT £999 FIRST CL ASS PRIVATE COMPARTMENT £999
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THE FELLSMAN
WEDNESDAYS 12 MAY, 26 MAY, 14 JULY, 4 AUGUST
DEPARTING FROM
CREWE (07.35/21.30) / WARRINGTON BANK QUAY (08.15/20.30)
WIGAN NORTH WESTERN (08.30/20.05) LEYLAND (08.50/19.45)
BLACKBURN (09.10/19.20) / CLITHEROE (09.35/18.50) / HELLIFIELD (10.40/17.35)
The popular ‘Fellsman’ runs again for its 13th season offering a 300-mile return
steam hauled journey on the spectacular ‘Settle to Carlisle Railway’ as we travel
through the Yorkshire Dales and climb high towards the roof of England. With
great limestone peaks and deep valleys, the legendary ‘Settle to Carlisle’ line
is a masterpiece of Victorian engineering including the magnificent 24 arch
viaduct at Ribblehead.
Our engine will be working hard as we climb to the
magnificent Ribblehead Viaduct with stunning views
of the three peaks. Passengers get a marvellous view
down Dent Dale and approaching Garsdale you will
see sweeping views of Wensleydale - with our engine
in full flight we climb at 1 in 100 towards the summit
of the line at Ais Gill. Travelling on through the lush
Eden Valley to the historic border city of Carlisle
where you may choose to visit the castle, cathedral,
or famous Tullie House Museum – all surrounded by
great places to shop, eat, or be entertained so creating
the perfect way to spend an afternoon. Returning
STANDARD CL ASS £99 / FIRST CL ASS £165 / PREMIER DINING £320
from Carlisle and following a stop for water at
FIRST CL ASS PRIVATE COMPARTMENT £999 Appleby we travel over the same spectacular route
Guaranteed window tables for 2 are available at a supplement of £35 per person in 1st Class & Premier Dining giving another opportunity to experience the beauty
Premier dining is not available from Clitheroe or Hellifield of the high Pennines and pretty Ribble Valley as our
locomotive works hard up the steep and taxing climb
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ENGLISH RIVIERA EXPRESS
SUNDAY 6 JUNE & 13 JUNE - DEPARTING FROM
BRISTOL TEMPLE MEADS (09.00/20.25) / YATTON (09.25/20.00)
WESTON SUPER MARE (09.40/19.40) / TAUNTON (10.40/19.00)
SUNDAY 20 JUNE & 27 JUNE - DEPARTING FROM
BRISTOL TEMPLE MEADS (08.40/20.40) / BATH SPA (09.00/20.20)
BRADFORD ON AVON (09.20/20.00) WESTBURY (09.35/19.45)
FROME (09.45/19.35) / TAUNTON (10.40/19.00)
We recreate one of the great steam hauled holiday trains of the golden age of
railway travel for a journey around the beautiful Devon coast with time available
to discover the many charms of the pretty ‘English Riviera’ resort of Dartmouth.
The train departs from Bristol hauled by one of our At Paignton we join the steeply graded heritage line
famous steam locomotives for the journey across the and travel alongside the beautiful River Dart for an
lush Somerset levels and through the Blackdown hills arrival into the riverside terminus at Kingswear,
to Exeter, before heading along the estuary with where it is a short crossing on the ferry (price
pretty fishing boats and stunning views to the Jurassic included) to the historic and romantic port of
coast. Continuing along the famous sea wall line we Dartmouth – there are antique shops, galleries and
race through tunnels and cuttings of red rock and cafes to explore – perhaps take a leisurely cruise on
beside beaches and coves with the sea keeping the River Dart or explore Dartmouth Castle before
company with the train. indulging in a delicious Devon cream tea.
STANDARD CL ASS £99 / FIRST CL ASS £165 / PREMIER DINING £320
FIRST CL ASS PRIVATE COMPARTMENT £999
Guaranteed window tables for 2 are available at a supplement of £35 per person in 1st Class & Premier Dining
Premier dining is not available from Taunton
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DEVONIAN EXPRESS PORTSMOUTH HARBOUR EXPRESS
WEDNESDAY 9 JUNE - DEPARTING FROM
WEDNESDAY 16 JUNE- DEPARTING FROM
SOLIHULL (06.00/21.30) / DORRIDGE (06.10/21.15) / WARWICK PARKWAY (06.15/21.05)
WOLVERHAMPTON (06.00/23.10) / TAME BRIDGE PARKWAY (06.20/22.50)
LEAMINGTON SPA (06.25/20.50) / BANBURY (06.45/20.30) / OXFORD (07.15/20.00)
ROWLEY REGIS (06.50/22.25) / STOURBRIDGE JCT (07.10/22.05) / KIDDERMINSTER (07.25/21.45)
SWINDON (07.55/19.20) / CHIPPENHAM (08.10/19.00) / BATH SPA (08.25/18.40)
DROITWICH SPA (07.40/21.30) / WORCESTER SHRUB HILL (07.55/21.15)
BRISTOL TEMPLE MEADS (09.00/18.00)
CHELTENHAM SPA (08.25/20.45) / BRISTOL TEMPLE MEADS (09.35/19.40)
We recreate one of the classic holiday trains of the golden age of railway travel Enjoy an exciting day trip steam hauled from Bristol to the dynamic and vibrant
for a journey around the beautiful Devon coast with time available to discover waterfront city of Portsmouth. From the pomp and ceremony of our proud naval
the many charms of maritime Plymouth. and maritime heritage, to towering visitor attractions, museums and miles of
The train is steam hauled from Bristol with two of our beautiful waterfront, Portsmouth offers something for absolutely everyone.
famous steam locomotives for the journey across the
lush Somerset levels, then through the Blackdown hills Ideally situated on the south coast Portsmouth is Our train will arrive into Harbour Station next to the
and down the Exe Valley to Exeter, before heading ideal for a day by the sea as there are lots to do during Historic Dockyard (admission payable locally) home
along the estuary with its fishing boats and stunning the three-hour afternoon break. to Henry VIII’s flagship the Mary Rose in its very own
views across to the Jurassic coast. Continuing along museum where visitors can see the ship in all her
the famous sea wall line we race through tunnels and glory - Also, board the world’s most famous warship,
cuttings and beside beaches and coves with the sea HMS Victory, and try the new audio guide as the
keeping company with the train. At Newton Abbot we drama of the battle of Trafalgar unfolds, and visit
join the steeply graded main line over the Devon banks the Victorian powerhouse HMS Warrior, as well as
where our engines work hard with gradients as steep unique Gallipoli Campaign survivor - HMS M.33.
as 1 in 36. There are spectacular views of Dartmoor as
we descend to Plymouth for an afternoon break.
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FIRST CL ASS PRIVATE COMPARTMENT £999 FIRST CL ASS PRIVATE COMPARTMENT £999
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16 CLICK ON THE DATE TO VIEW ONLINE CLICK ON THE DATE TO VIEW ONLINE 17THE ELIZABETHAN ‘The Elizabethan’ was a premier train in the post-war period named to honour
the coronation of Queen Elizabeth II and ran from 1953. We proudly present
SATURDAY 24 TO MONDAY 26 JULY - DEPARTING FROM this recreation with a matching rake of beautifully restored carmine and cream
LONDON KINGS CROSS (09.00/19.30) / POTTERS BAR (09.30/19.00) / STEVENAGE (09.45/18.45) carriages for an incredibly unique journey along the East Coast Main Line
HUNTINGDON (10.15/18.15) / PETERBOROUGH (11.00/17.30) between London and Edinburgh, offering a two-night break in Scotland’s
historic capital.
Our train is diesel hauled to York by Deltic 55022
‘Royal Scots Grey’ and following a change of
locomotive we continue steam hauled behind LNER
Pacific 60007 ‘Sir Nigel Gresley’ to the beautiful
Scottish Capital with a fast run through Darlington
and at Newcastle the crossing of the Tyne bridges.
Continuing along the Northumberland coast there
are stunning views at Berwick on Tweed as we pass
over the Royal Border Bridge and enter Scotland to
continue through the lowlands to Edinburgh with an
arrival around 19.00. Following a two night break our
train returns steam hauled to York where Deltic 55022
‘Royal Scots Grey’ takes over for the remainder of the
journey to London.
On Sunday, the day is free for sightseeing, or perhaps
join ‘The Aberdonian’ steam hauled train for a
fabulous journey to Aberdeen including the crossing
of the iconic Forth Bridge and travel through
wonderful Scottish scenery.
ON TRAIN MEALS: (PREMIER DINING ONLY)
Saturday: Mid-morning Brunch and
five course Luncheon
Monday: Seven course ‘taste of Scotland’
Luncheon
HOTELS
No overnight accommodation is included on this
tour allowing you the flexibility to arrange your
own hotels in Edinburgh. For further advise and
a list of recommended hotels please contact our
reservation team.
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WEDNESDAY 23 JUNE - DEPARTING FROM SUNDAY 25 JULY - DEPARTING FROM
SHREWSBURY (06.00/22.30) / CHURCH STRETTON (06.20/22.10) / LUDLOW (06.40/21.50) EDINBURGH WAVERLEY (09.15/21.00) / HAYMARKET (09.25/20.50)
LEOMINSTER (06.50/21.40) / HEREFORD (07.05/21.25) / ABERGAVENNY (07.30/20.55)
CWMBRAN (07.45/20.40) / SEVERN TUNNEL JCT (08.30/20.00) Step on board the famous steam hauled ‘Aberdonian’ train with travel in our
BRISTOL TEMPLE MEADS (09.20/19.10)
painstakingly restored carmine and cream carriages for a memorable journey
over the iconic Forth Bridge and through the Kingdom of Fife where the railway
We recreate one of the great holiday trains of the golden age of railway travel
follows the coast through Inverkeithing and Burntisland.
for a journey around the beautiful Devon coast with time available to discover
the many charms of the pretty ‘English Riviera’ resort of Dartmouth. The route is then through Perth and follows the River
Tay to Dundee passing the world-famous golf course
The train is diesel hauled to Bristol where one of our historic of Dartmouth with antique shops, galleries of Carnoustie. As our journey progresses, we pass
famous steam locomotives takes over for the journey and cafes to explore. Stonehaven and along the cliffs above the North Sea
across Somerset, then through the Blackdown hills to Aberdeen, the granite city on what is a wonderful
and down the Exe Valley to Exeter, before heading finish to a unique railway journey. We arrive at
along the estuary with its fishing boats and stunning Aberdeen’s station situated right in the city centre
views. Continuing along the famous sea wall line we close to all the attractions for a sightseeing break as
race through tunnels and cuttings and beside beaches our engine is turned and serviced for the return
and coves with the sea keeping company with the journey back to Edinburgh.
train. At Paignton we join the steeply graded heritage
line and alongside the beautiful River Dart to arrive
into the riverside terminus at Kingswear, where it is
a short crossing on the ferry (price included) to the
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20 CLICK ON THE DATE TO VIEW ONLINE CLICK ON THE DATE TO VIEW ONLINE 21SEVERN VALLEY ENTERPRISE THE MAGNA CARTA
WEDNESDAY 21 JULY - DEPARTING FROM SATURDAY 4 SEPTEMBER - DEPARTING FROM
LANCASTER (06.00/22.45) / PRESTON (06.25/22.25) / WIGAN NORTH WESTERN (06.45/22.05) CREWE (07.00/22.50) / STAFFORD (07.50/22.10) / WOLVERHAMPTON (08.20/21.40)
WARRINGTON BANK QUAY (07.05/21.45) / HARTFORD (07.20/21.30) / CREWE (08.10/20.50) BIRMINGHAM INTERNATIONAL (09.20/20.40) / COVENTRY (09.40/20.30)
SHREWSBURY (08.50/20.10) LEAMINGTON SPA (10.00/20.10) / BANBURY (10.15/19.30)
WEDNESDAY 8 SEPTEMBER - DEPARTING FROM Travel in style on our steam hauled train to enjoy a wonderful day out travelling
LONDON PADDINGTON (06.40/22.15) / SLOUGH (07.10/21.45) / MAIDENHEAD (07.30/21.25) over a circular route through the heart of England passing Oxford the city of
READING (08.00/20.55) / DIDCOT PARKWAY (08.30/20.25) / OXFORD (09.00/20.00) dreaming spires, toward Reading where we join the main line through Basingstoke
to Salisbury, one of England’s most historic and vibrant towns situated in
This is an amazing and unique mid-summer tour offering a very unusual steam beautiful Wiltshire and famous for its visitor attractions.
hauled journey through the Midlands for a trip over the full length of the
Following a sightseeing break, we return in the late SALISBURY
preserved Severn Valley Railway to Bridgnorth for a three-hour afternoon break. afternoon over a different route through Westbury This pretty cathedral city has welcomed visitors since
then beside the River Avon and onward through 1227 and is surrounded by a landscape so quintessentially
We travel through the heart of England to to Bridgnorth. We return in the late afternoon and Chippenham and Swindon. English it is almost too good to be true. Home to one
Kidderminster where we leave the main line and re-trace the outward journey but this time with the of the most beautiful cathedrals in the country with
join the preserved Severn Valley Railway for a taxing and impressive 1 in 45 climb of Old Hill Bank its spire being the tallest in Britain and containing
stunning 16 mile journey through the Wyre Forest as the locomotive works hard to haul our train to the Magna Carta. You can visit the Rifles Berkshire
as the line accompanies the pretty River Severn the summit. and Wiltshire Museum or head out to Old Sarum
passing numerous beautifully restored stations on the edge of the city, a massive iron age hill fort
where you can see the ruins of a castle, cathedral
and royal palace.
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22 CLICK ON THE DATE TO VIEW ONLINE CLICK ON THE DATE TO VIEW ONLINE 23DEVON BELLE We are pleased to present a fabulous three-day tour to the beautiful English
Riviera hauled all the way from London by our lovingly restored steam
MONDAY 13 TO WEDNESDAY 15 SEPTEMBER - DEPARTING FROM locomotives and recreating one of the great holiday trains of the golden age
LONDON PADDINGTON (10.00/16.30) / SLOUGH (10.30/16.00) of railway travel with a journey around the beautiful Devon coast and time
MAIDENHEAD (10.45/15.45) / READING (11.15/15.15) available to discover the many charms of the pretty ‘English Riviera’ resorts
of Torquay, Paignton or Dartmouth.
The train departs from Paddington for the journey
along the Vale of the White Horse and across the lush
Somerset levels, then through the remote Blackdown
hills and down the Exe Valley to Exeter, before
heading along the estuary with its pretty fishing boats
and stunning views across to Exmouth and the
Jurassic coast.
Our first stop is at the quintessential resort of
Torquay where you may choose to alight.
Alternatively, continue to Paignton where we offer
another passenger stop before our train joins the
steeply graded heritage line as we travel alongside the
beautiful River Dart with journeys end in the riverside
terminus of Kingswear, where it is a short crossing on
the ferry to the historic and romantic port of
Dartmouth for a two-night break. The ‘Devon Belle’
returns from Kingswear, calling additionally at
Paignton and Torquay for the return to London
retracing the outward journey along the sea wall
at Dawlish and through historic Exeter.
On Tuesday enjoy the delights of the English Riviera,
alternatively, you may choose to join our ‘Welshman’
steam hauled train for a fabulous day tour to the
capital city of Cardiff.
ON TRAIN MEALS: (PREMIER DINING ONLY)
Monday: Seven course Luncheon
Wednesday: Morning Pastries & Five
course Luncheon
HOTELS
No overnight accommodation is included on this
tour allowing you the flexibility to arrange your
FIRST CL ASS £370 / PREMIER DINING £700
own hotels in Torquay, Paignton, or Dartmouth.
FIRST CL ASS PRIVATE COMPARTMENT £2280 For further advise and a list of recommended
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24 CLICK ON THE DATE TO VIEW ONLINE SAPHOS TRAINS | Classic Steam 25THE GOLDEN ARROW THE WELSHMAN
SATURDAY 11 SEPTEMBER - DEPARTING FROM TUESDAY 14 SEPTEMBER - DEPARTING FROM
LONDON VICTORIA (10.30/20.10) KINGSWEAR (08.00/21.30) / CHURSTON (08.15/21.15) / PAIGNTON (08.30/21.00)
TORQUAY (08.45/20.45) / NEWTON ABBOT (09.00/20.30) / EXETER ST DAVID’S (09.30/20.00)
This is a train with a real ‘wow’ factor offering a circular steam tour of over TIVERTON PARKWAY (09.50/19.40) / TAUNTON (10.10/19.20)
200 miles hauled by one of our immaculate steam locomotives - complete
This is an utterly amazing and unique Continuing through Somerset and over the
with the Golden Arrow regalia she used to adorn whilst hauling the famous Blackdown hills to Bristol and through the Severn
steam hauled tour offering a journey
continental boat train. tunnel as we emerge into Wales and over the River
departing from stations along the Usk at Newport with an arrival into the Welsh capital
Features include the journey through the picturesque After making our way through the London suburbs preserved Dartmouth Steam Railway of Cardiff for an afternoon break. Our return journey
Garden of England and around the beautiful Kent we continue into open countryside and through the and then along the coastal line through takes the beautiful route through historic Chepstow
coast with the beautiful white cliffs towering above pretty Garden of England, rich with an abundance of and past Lydney along the wide expanse of the Severn
tunnels and cuttings of red rock at
the train – the highlight of the day being an afternoon Oast Houses and Hop Fields. After passing Ashford estuary offering stunning to the Vale of Berkeley. At
break in historic Canterbury. we soon arrive at historic Canterbury around Dawlish and through historic Exeter. Gloucester we join the West of England main line and
lunchtime for an afternoon break of about three return south through Yate and Bristol.
hours in this city of narrow streets and ancient
buildings, the incomparable cathedral, setting for
so many dramatic events stand at its heart. Travelling
on through the beautiful Kent countryside we follow
the coastal line through Dover and Folkestone with
dramatic white cliffs and spectacular views across
the English Channel.
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26 CLICK ON THE DATE TO VIEW ONLINE CLICK ON THE DATE TO VIEW ONLINE 27CHATSWORTH CHRISTMAS PENNINE MOORS
SPARKLE EXPRESS CHRISTMAS CRACKER
WEDNESDAY 8 DECEMBER - DEPARTING FROM SATURDAY 18 DECEMBER - DEPARTING FROM
LANCASTER (06.10/22.20) / PRESTON (06.30/22.00) / WIGAN NORTH WESTERN (06.50/21.40) RUGBY (09.00/20.00) / COVENTRY (09.10/19.50) / HENLEY IN ARDEN (09.20/19.40)
WARRINGTON BANK QUAY (07.10/21.20) / HARTFORD (07.25/21.05) / CREWE (08.00/20.30) BIRMINGHAM INTERNATIONAL (09.30/19.30) / TAME BRIDGE PARKWAY (10.00/19.00)
STAFFORD (08.40/19.40) / LICHFIELD TRENT VALLEY (09.00/19.10) WOLVERHAMPTON (10.15/18.45) / PENKRIDGE (10.30/18.30)
STAFFORD (10.45/18.15) / CREWE (11.45/17.15)
This is an utterly amazing and unique tour steam hauled from Crewe and
guaranteed to get us in the Christmas spirit as enjoy a fast run to Nuneaton We are pleased to present a truly memorable circular tour steam hauled from
then taking the secondary line across to Leicester where we travel through the Crewe travelling in vintage carriages through deep valleys and over wild Pennine
East Midlands to Chesterfield where road coaches will transport us to historic moors with taxing climbs to make the engine work hard.
Chatsworth House, ancestral home to the Duke and Duchess of Devonshire. Our train travels up the West Coast Main Line and at our trusty steam locomotive is changed for a slightly
Leyland we turn towards the hills, through Blackburn more modern form of traction.
It is a short journey through the Peak District to the fountains, sculptures and water cascades designed by
and Burnley we enter true Pennine scenery with the
fabulous Chatsworth Estate. Spend the afternoon Lancelot Capability Brown. Partake in some seasonal
moors towering over the line as we commence the 1
marvelling at the house and its grand interiors shopping therapy with a visit to the Christmas Market
in 65 climb with our engine working hard to haul the
transformed into a Christmas wonderland with every where traditional stalls are bedecked with festive
heavy train to Copy Pit, 749 feet above sea level. After
room having a unique and seasonal theme and the delights. Following a break of around three hours
crossing viaducts and past former Victorian Mills we
staff wearing Dickensian costumes. Discover the coaches will transport us back to Chesterfield station
travel through the Calder Valley passing Todmorden
16-generation history of the Cavendish family and for the return steam hauled journey.
and the 1.6 mile Summit Tunnel we travel to Manchester
stroll around the 105-acre garden containing
and continue west over Chat Moss to Crewe where
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FIRST CL ASS PRIVATE COMPARTMENT £1,180
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