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W E LC O M E A B O A R D
Welcome to the 2021 edition of our Directory offering a brief overview
of tours on board ‘The Statesman’ - Britain’s most celebrated train. For further
information and full details of each tour please refer to our website
www.statesmanrail.com
On most tours we offer three classes of travel with PULLMAN DINING
all guests allocated reserved seats around tables This is the ultimate travel experience – seating is
and following are basic details regarding these: in our refurbished Pullman style umber & cream,
wood panelled carriages with seating arranged at
STANDARD CLASS tables of four, or two, laid with crisp linen and fully
Reserved seating is arranged around a table of four. dressed with the finest crockery, fresh flowers and
Toilet facilities are available in each carriage and a glassware. On a typical one day tour the service
buffet bar is available throughout most of the
journey for the purchase of hot & cold beverages,
includes a full English Breakfast accompanied with
glass of chilled bucks fizz served with old-
P O RT S M O U T H H A R B O U R
snacks, and alcoholic drinks. fashioned, courteous attention by your personal
carriage steward, followed by a late morning tea/
S TAT E S M A N
FIRST CLASS coffee service with pastries. Following an afternoon WEDNESDAY 31 MARCH - DEPARTING FROM
Reserved seating is arranged around a table of four, stop for sightseeing you will be welcomed back on
DONCASTER (05.00/22.55) / RETFORD (05.30/22.25) / NEWARK NORTHGATE (06.00/21.55)
or table of two. Toilet facilities are available in each board with a glass of chilled champagne and
GRANTHAM (06.20/21.35) / PETERBOROUGH (06.50/21.05) / HUNTINGDON (07.20/20.35)
carriage and a complimentary service of tea/coffee selection of tempting canapés as you look forward
ST NEOTS (07.30/20.25) / HITCHIN (08.00/19.55) / STEVENAGE (08.15/19.40)
& light snacks are included. A buffet bar is available to the gastronomic journey ahead comprising of a
WELWYN GARDEN CITY (08.35/19.20)
throughout most of the journey for the purchase sumptuous four course dinner, lovingly created by
of hot & cold beverages, light refreshments, and our brigade of chefs and accompanied by a half
Enjoy an exciting day trip to the dynamic and vibrant waterfront city
alcoholic drinks. bottle of house wine. Your memorable journey
concludes with the service of coffee & Petits Fours. of Portsmouth with its towering visitor attractions, museums and miles
An extensive range of drinks including aperitifs, of beautiful waterfront, Portsmouth offers something for everyone.
fine wines, champagne, and liquors is available
for purchase throughout the day. Our train arrives into Harbour Station next to the
Historic Dockyard (admission payable locally) home
TICKETS & TIMINGS to Henry VIII’s flagship the Mary Rose with its very
The departure/arrival times shown in this own museum where visitors can see the ship in all her
publication and our website are approximate, glory - Also, board the world’s most famous warship,
based on the best information available when the HMS Victory, and try the new audio guide as the
tour was first planned so they should be treated as drama of the battle of Trafalgar unfolds, and visit the
a rough guide only. However, please be aware that Victorian powerhouse HMS Warrior, as well as
these timings can vary considerably when the unique Gallipoli Campaign survivor - HMS M.33.
confirmed timings are received from Network
Rail and we are unable to consider a cancellation,
refund or transfer due to the confirmed timings
being different to the approximate ones previously
advised. The tickets, seating information and STANDARD CLASS £90 / FIRST CLASS £155 / PULLMAN DINING £310
itinerary for all tours are normally posted first Guaranteed window tables for 2 are available at a supplement of £35 per person in 1st Class & Pullman Dining
class 7 days prior to the date of travel.
For more information and to book online
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SETTLE & CARLISLE We proudly present a very special circular tour through stunning Pennine scenery
including a journey over the entire majestic route of the famous Settle to Carlisle
C I RC U L A R railway, with great limestone peaks and deep valleys we travel over no fewer than
19 viaducts and through 12 tunnels on this masterpiece of Victorian engineering -
SATURDAY 20 FEBRUARY - DEPARTING FROM including the famous Ribblehead Viaduct.
BANGOR (08.50/18.20) / LLANDUDNO JCT (09.10/18.00) / COLWYN BAY (09.20/17.50)
RHYL (09.30/17.40) / PRESTATYN (09.40/17.30) / FLINT (09.50/17.20) / CHESTER (10.10/17.00)
Our train travels through the Yorkshire Dales for
FRODSHAM (10.30/16.40)
a spectacular journey across the magnificent high
Pennines passing such famous landmarks as Batty
SATURDAY 13 MARCH - DEPARTING FROM Moss, Wild Boar Fell, Ais Gill Summit and
STOKE ON TRENT (08.20/18.50) / CONGLETON (08.40/18.30) / MACCLESFIELD (09.00/18.10) Mallerstang Edge, with views of the three peaks
POYNTON (09.10/18.00) / STOCKPORT (09.30/17.40) / MANCHESTER VICTORIA (10.10/17.00) towering over the line.
BOLTON (10.40/16.30) / CHORLEY (11.00/16.10) / LEYLAND (11.20/15.50)
PULLMAN DINING
SATURDAY 17 APRIL - DEPARTING FROM After being welcomed aboard by your attentive
SCARBOROUGH (09.00/19.05) / SEAMER (09.10/18.50) / MALTON (09.20/18.35) / YORK (10.00/18.05) liveried steward a glass of chilled champagne and
CHURCH FENTON (10.15/17.50) / GARFORTH (10.30/17.35) / LEEDS (10.45/17.20) selection of canapes will be offered as you relax
SHIPLEY (11.00/17.00) / KEIGHLEY (11.20/16.40) / SKIPTON (11.40/16.20) in anticipation of the gastronomic journey ahead.
A sumptuous five course luncheon created by our
Executive Chef will be served including the Great
SATURDAY 8 MAY - DEPARTING FROM
British cheese board, biscuits, and chutneys – all
WORCESTER SHRUB HILL (08.00/19.15) / DROITWICH SPA (08.10/19.00) accompanied by our Sommelier’s choice of a half
KIDDERMINSTER (08.30/18.40) / STOURBRIDGE JCT (08.45/18.25) / ROWLEY REGIS (08.55/18.15) bottle of wine per person. The memorable journey
TAME BRIDGE PARKWAY (09.25/17.45) / STAFFORD (09.50/17.20) / CREWE (10.20/16.50) will conclude with service of coffee and petits fours.
SATURDAY 22 MAY - DEPARTING FROM
CREWE (08.40/18.30) / HARTFORD (09.00/18.10) / RUNCORN (09.20/17.50)
LIVERPOOL SOUTH PARKWAY (09.30/17.40) / LIVERPOOL LIME STREET (10.00/17.10)
BROAD GREEN (10.10/17.00) / HUYTON (10.20/16.50) / PRESCOT (10.30/16.40)
ST HELENS CENTRAL (10.40/16.30) / WIGAN NORTH WESTERN (11.00/16.10)
SATURDAY 29 MAY - DEPARTING FROM
NEWCASTLE (08.20/17.45) / CHESTER LE STREET (08.30/17.55) / DURHAM (08.40/18.05)
DARLINGTON (09.00/18.25) / NORTHALLERTON (09.20/18.45) / THIRSK (09.35/19.00)
YORK (10.00/19.25) / CHURCH FENTON (10.20/19.45)
SATURDAY 2 OCTOBER - DEPARTING FROM
UTTOXETER (08.30/19.30) / TUTBURY & HATTON (08.40/19.15) / DERBY (08.55/19.00)
BELPER (09.10/18.45) / CHESTERFIELD (09.25/18.30) / SHEFFIELD (09.45/18.10)
MEADOWHALL (09.55/18.00) / MOORTHORPE (10.15/17.40) / NORMANTON (10.35/17.20)
STANDARD CLASS £90 / FIRST CLASS £155 / PULLMAN DINING £310
Guaranteed window tables for 2 are available at a supplement of £35 per person in 1st Class & Pullman Dining
CALL RESERVATIONS ON 0345 310 2458
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WEST HIGHLAND We are delighted to present a three day break to the Highlands of Scotland at
this most dramatic and beautiful time of year – The journey will be over the
S TAT E S M A N entire length of the world famous West Highland line, featuring some of the most
spectacular scenery in Scotland crossing bridges and viaducts with our train
SATURDAY 20 TO MONDAY 22 MARCH - Departing from climbing high into the mountains offering views of tumbling waterfalls, peaceful
MILTON KEYNES (06.25/23.00) / RUGBY (07.15/22.15) / NUNEATON (07.30/22.00) lochs and the prospect of snow covered mountains.
TAMWORTH (07.50/21.40) / LICHFIELD TRENT VALLEY (08.00/21.30) / STAFFORD (08.20/21.10)
CREWE (09.00/20.40) / WARRINGTON BANK QUAY (09.20/20.10) On Sunday ‘The Statesman’ departs from Fort
WIGAN NORTH WESTERN (09.30/19.50) / PRESTON (10.10/19.40) William for the magnificent round trip through the
mountains - Passing Ben Nevis we travel along the
SATURDAY 10 TO MONDAY 12 APRIL - DEPARTING FROM shoreline of Loch Eil and at Glenfinnan cross the
viaduct featured in the ‘Harry Potter’ movies offering
STEVENAGE (05.40/00.30) / HITCHIN (05.50/00.15) / ST NEOTS (06.15/23.50)
stunning vistas down Loch Shiel, regarded by many as
HUNTINGDON (06.25/23.40) / PETERBOROUGH (06.40/23.20) / GRANTHAM (07.10/22.50)
the most spectacular view in Britain. Terminating in
NEWARK (07.35/22.25) / RETFORD (08.05/21.55) / DONCASTER (08.35/21.25 / YORK (09.05/20.50)
the pretty fishing port of Mallaig there is a short break
before we return to Fort William.
PULLMAN DINING
Accommodation is in the 3-star “Isles of Glencoe
Hotel” or “Ballachulish Hotel” set on the shores of
Loch Leven overlooking dramatic Glencoe with
Scottish breakfast and dinner. Included in the meal
service on board the train is bucks’ fizz with breakfast,
a glass of chilled champagne and half bottle of wine
served with five or seven course luncheon or dinner.
FIRST CLASS
Accommodation is in the 3-star “Alexandra Hotel”
located in the centre of Fort William with Scottish
breakfast and dinner. Complimentary tea/coffee, and
light snacks will be served during the journey and a
Buffet Bar is available for the sale of refreshments.
ON TRAIN MEALS: (PULLMAN ONLY)
Saturday: Full English breakfast, light Luncheon
and four course Dinner
Sunday: Light Luncheon and Afternoon tea
Monday: Seven course ‘taste of Scotland’
Luncheon and Supper
TRAVEL ONLY
We also offer a ‘travel only’ option allowing you
the freedom and flexibility to arrange your own
FIRST CLASS £480 / PULLMAN DINING £900 - £960 hotels in Fort William. For further advise and a
list of recommended hotels please contact our
Guaranteed window tables for 2 are available at a supplement of £70 per person reservation team.
First Class: £340 Pullman Dining: £650
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L L A N D U D N O V I C TO R I A N S N OW D O N I A
S TAT E S M A N S TAT E S M A N
SATURDAY 1 MAY - DEPARTING FROM WEDNESDAY 19 MAY - DEPARTING FROM
ELY (06.20/22.45) / MARCH (06.40/22.25) / PETERBOROUGH (07.15/21.55) / STAMFORD (07.30/21.40) HULL (05.55/22.50) / BROUGH (06.10/22.30) / GILBERDYKE (06.20/22.25) / HOWDEN (06.30/22.15)
OAKHAM (07.55/21.15) / MELTON MOWBRAY (08.10/21.00) / LEICESTER (09.05/20.35) SELBY (06.40/22.00) / WAKEFIELD KIRKGATE (07.20/21.25) / BRIGHOUSE (07.45/21.00)
HINCKLEY (09.25/20.05) / NUNEATON (09.35/19.40) HEBDEN BRIDGE (08.00/20.40) / TODMORDEN (08.10/20.30) / ROCHDALE (08.25/20.10)
STOCKPORT (09.05/19.30)
We present a memorable day out for the May Bank Holiday as “The Statesman”
travels through historic Chester and along the spectacular Welsh coast offering ‘The Statesman’ celebrated train heads You may alight at Betws-y-Coed for an afternoon
sweeping sea views for a visit to the beautiful resort of Llandudno with its into North Wales for a journey along break of around three hours or continue to Blaenau
Ffestiniog to join an optional tour on the famous
two sandy bays and traditional pier, to visit the popular annual Victorian the spectacular coastal route famed for Ffestiniog Railway.
Extravaganza offering a great opportunity to experience life in a former its sweeping sea views. We then climb
age with the townspeople dressing in period costume and vintage cars and high into the Snowdonia National
omnibuses taking to the streets. Park and up the stunningly beautiful
Conwy Valley passing wild mountains,
In addition, traditional fairgrounds, brass bands,
cascading rivers and deep forests
steam engines & Wurlitzer organs are performing
along the promenade and there is the chance to where a breath-taking range of scenery
ride up the Great Orme on board the preserved unfolds, with historic castles and an
working tramway dating to 1902. estuary rich in wildlife.
STANDARD CLASS £90 / FIRST CLASS £155 / PULLMAN DINING £310 STANDARD CLASS £90 / FIRST CLASS £155 / PULLMAN DINING £310
Guaranteed window tables for 2 are available at a supplement of £35 per person in 1st Class & Pullman Dining Guaranteed window tables for 2 are available at a supplement of £35 per person in 1st Class & Pullman Dining
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CORNISH RIVIERA We present a unique day tour to Cornwall the land of myths and legends with
rugged coastlines and quaint fishing villages to savour some of the most unspoilt
S TAT E S M A N countryside in Britain, there is an opportunity to visit either the county town of
Truro, maritime Falmouth, pretty St Ives or historic Penzance.
WEDNESDAY 2 JUNE - DEPARTING FROM
WOLVERHAMPTON (05.15/22.30) / TAME BRIDGE PARKWAY (05.35/22.10) Our journey includes the scenic line around the sea
ROWLEY REGIS (06.10/21.35) / STOURBRIDGE JCT (06.25/21.20) / KIDDERMINSTER (06.45/21.00) wall at Dawlish and the infamous crossing of the
DROITWICH SPA (07.05/20.40) / WORCESTER SHRUB HILL (07.15/20.30) iconic Royal Albert Bridge designed by Isambard
CHELTENHAM SPA (07.45/20.00) / YATE (08.10/19.25) Kingdom Brunel. You may alight at Truro and take
the local branch line service to maritime Falmouth.
SATURDAY 3 JULY - DEPARTING FROM Alternatively, continue to St Erth where you may
join the service train on the beautiful journey to the
DERBY (05.15/23.30) / BURTON ON TRENT (05.35/23.15) / TAMWORTH (05.55/23.00)
ancient fishing town of St Ives - considered to be
WATER ORTON (06.15/22.40) / BARNT GREEN (06.45/22.05) / BROMSGROVE (06.55/21.55)
the prettiest resort in Britain. The final stop for
WORCESTER PARKWAY (07.05/21.40) / CHELTENHAM SPA (07.15/21.30)
‘The Statesman’ is Penzance with spectacular views
BRISTOL PARKWAY (08.00/20.45)
of St Michaels Mount with around two hours to
discover the charms of this famous port.
WEDNESDAY 7 JULY - DEPARTING FROM
SHREWSBURY (05.50/23.05) / CHURCH STRETTON (06.15/22.45) / LUDLOW (06.30/22.25)
LEOMINSTER (06.40/22.15) / HEREFORD (07.00/21.55) / ABERGAVENNY (07.25/21.25)
PONTYPOOL & NEW INN (07.35/21.15) / CWMBRAN (07.40/21.10)
SEVERN TUNNEL JCT (08.10/20.35)
STANDARD CLASS £90 / FIRST CLASS £155 / PULLMAN DINING £310
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S U S S E X C OA S T ENGLISH RIVIERA
S TAT E S M A N S TAT E S M A N
SATURDAY 14 AUGUST - DEPARTING FROM WEDNESDAY 30 JUNE - DEPARTING FROM
CHESTERFIELD (06.25/23.25) / ALFRETON (06.40/23.10) / ILKESTON (06.50/23.00) WOLVERHAMPTON (06.40/23.25) / TAME BRIDGE PARKWAY (07.00/23.05)
EAST MIDLANDS PARKWAY (07.10/22.40) / LOUGHBOROUGH (07.20/22.30) BIRMINGHAM NEW STREET (07.40/22.25) / SOLIHULL (08.20/21.45) / DORRIDGE (08.30/21.35)
LEICESTER (07.50/22.10) / KETTERING (08.30/21.20) / WELLINGBOROUGH (08.45/21.05) WARWICK PARKWAY (08.45/21.20 / LEAMINGTON SPA (09.00/21.05) / BANBURY (09.20/20.45)
BEDFORD (09.10/20.35) OXFORD (09.40/20.25)
Join us for a wonderful day out with TORQUAY – One of Britain’s top resorts and a
This is a day out not to be missed as we jewel in the English Rivera’s crown with pure sandy
a journey around the beautiful Devon
travel through the heart of England to beaches and an azure sea it matches anything you
coast with time available to discover will find on the French Riviera. There are beautiful
Eastbourne on the sunny Sussex coast
the charms of the ‘English Riviera’ - gardens and a palm tree lined promenade leading
where the biggest annual ‘free’ airshow
Travelling alongside the stunning Exe to a lively harbour.
in Britain is staged on the promenade
Estuary with pretty fishing boats and
and seashore. PAIGNTON – With gorgeous long sandy blue flag
views across the Jurassic coast our beaches, paddler friendly waters, a traditional
Aerial displays could include the ‘Red Arrows’, train takes the exciting sea wall line pier and seafront alive with holiday fun. Perhaps,
‘Battle of Britain Memorial flight’, the ‘Falcon as we race along beaches and coves take a steam train ride along one of the prettiest
coastlines in the country and beside the River
freefall parachute team’ and many, more at Dawlish. There is a choice of two
international aircraft offering acrobatic displays. Dart to the riverside station at Kingswear.
destinations in which to relax before
We arrive in the elegant resort of Eastbourne about
lunch time and around four hours will be available returning in the late afternoon.
to view the spectacle of ‘Airbourne 2021’.
STANDARD CLASS £90 / FIRST CLASS £155 / PULLMAN DINING £310 STANDARD CLASS £90 / FIRST CLASS £155 / PULLMAN DINING £310
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SETTLE & CARLISLE
C O A S TA L S TAT E S M A N
SATURDAY 5 JUNE - DEPARTING FROM This incredibly special tour includes a journey over the entire majestic route of
CARDIFF (06.00/23.50) / NEWPORT (06.20/23.20) / CWMBRAN (06.40/23.00) the famous Settle to Carlisle railway on this masterpiece of Victorian engineering
PONTYPOOL & NEW INN (06.45/22.55) / ABERGAVENNY (06.55/22.45) / HEREFORD (07.30/22.15) - including the famous Ribblehead Viaduct.
LEOMINSTER (07.45/21.55) / LUDLOW (08.00/21.40) /CHURCH STRETTON (08.25/21.20)
SHREWSBURY (09.00/21.00) / CREWE (09.40/20.05) One magnificent sight follows another before we arrive at the pretty market town of Appleby for a break of
around two hours – Appleby has kept its old-world charm while riverside walks provide an opportunity to
SATURDAY 18 SEPTEMBER - DEPARTING FROM experience the tranquillity of the countryside. We return around the longest and most scenic coastal line in
England – the beautiful twisting Cumbrian coast route offering spectacular views across the Solway Firth and
MILTON KEYNES (06.45/23.00) / NORTHAMPTON (07.15/22.40) / RUGBY (07.45/22.10)
Morecambe Bay with a background of the Lake District Mountains.
NUNEATON (08.00/21.50) / TAMWORTH (08.25/21.30) / LICHFIELD TRENT VALLEY (08.35/21.20)
RUGELEY TRENT VALLEY (08.45/21.05) / STAFFORD (09.05/20.35) / CREWE (09.35/20.05)
HARTFORD (09.50/19.50)
SATURDAY 16 OCTOBER - DEPARTING FROM STANDARD CLASS £90 / FIRST CLASS £155 / PULLMAN DINING £310
HIGH WYCOMBE (05.50/00.10) / PRINCES RISBOROUGH (06.00/23.50)
Guaranteed window tables for 2 are available at a supplement of £35 per person in 1st Class & Pullman Dining
HADDENHAM & THAME PARKWAY (06.10/23.40) / BICESTER NORTH (06.20/23.20)
BANBURY (06.40/23.00) / LEAMINGTON SPA (07.00/22.40) / WARWICK PARKWAY (07.15/22.25)
DORRIDGE (07.30/22.10) / SOLIHULL (07.40/22.00) / TYSELEY (07.50/21.50) CALL RESERVATIONS ON 0345 310 2458
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YO R K S H I R E C O A S T C U M B R I A N C OA S T
S TAT E S M A N S TAT E S M A N
SATURDAY 10 JULY - DEPARTING FROM WEDNESDAY 28 JULY - DEPARTING FROM
ST ALBANS (06.15/21.45) / LUTON (06.30/21.30) / BEDFORD (07.00/21.00) HEREFORD (05.30/22.45) / LEDBURY (05.50/22.25) / GREAT MALVERN (06.10/22.05)
MARKET HARBOROUGH (07.30/20.30) / KETTERING (07.45/20.15) WORCESTER FOREGATE (06.20/21.55) / DROITWICH SPA (06.30/21.45) / KIDDERMINSTER (06.45/21.30)
WELLINGBOROUGH (08.00/20.00) / LEICESTER (08.30/19.30) / LOUGHBOROUGH (08.50/19.10) STOURBRIDGE JCT (07.00/21.15) / ROWLEY REGIS (07.10/21.05) / TAME BRIDGE PARKWAY (07.30/20.45)
EAST MIDLANDS PARKWAY (09.05/18.50) / ILKESTON (09.30/18.25) / ALFRETON (09.45/18.10)
Enjoy a memorable day as we travel around the Cumbrian Coast, the most beautiful
SATURDAY 17 JULY - DEPARTING FROM scenic coastal line in England with spectacular views across Morecambe Bay as we
POTTERS BAR (06.35/20.55) / WELWYN GARDEN CITY (06.50/20.40) / STEVENAGE (07.05/20.20) travel to Ravenglass.
LETCHWORTH (07.20/20.00) / ROYSTON (07.40/19.40) / CAMBRIDGE (08.00/19.20) / ELY (08.20/19.00)
MARCH (08.40/18.40) / PETERBOROUGH (09.00/18.20) We cross the Furness peninsula with views of the
Irish Sea and Lakeland Mountains before arriving
Enjoy a delightful journey to Yorkshire for a visit the quintessential seaside resort at the ancient hamlet of Ravenglass, and around
four hours will be available to soak up the
of Scarborough. Passing historic York, we cross the River Ouse with magnificent
atmosphere of this pretty village.
views of the Minster, then cross the Vale of York and follow the River Derwent
with views of the Yorkshire Moors to delightful Scarborough for a break of The delightful narrow-gauge Ravenglass & Eskdale
around three hours. Railway offers a 14-mile return journey through
spectacular Lake District scenery with most of the
Scarborough was Britain’s first resort and has been welcoming visitors for 360 years with its long curved sandy trains hauled by one of the little steam engines dating
bays, ancient Castle, beautiful gardens, Cliff Railway, and historic harbour surrounded with numerous fresh back to 1894. At the terminus there is the opportunity
seafood stalls there is plenty to see and do. to enjoy the tranquil beauty of the Fells with riverside
walks. Supplement: £15 per person
STANDARD CLASS £90 / FIRST CLASS £155 / PULLMAN DINING £310 STANDARD CLASS £90 / FIRST CLASS £155 / PULLMAN DINING £310
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We travel south for a memorable mid-summer journey through the beautiful
D O R S E T C OA S T New Forest with an opportunity of an afternoon break in a choice of one of
S TAT E S M A N three fabulous seaside resorts:
BOURNEMOUTH
SATURDAY 31 JULY - DEPARTING FROM Around four hours will be available to enjoy seven
CHESTER (06.05/22.50) / CREWE (06.35/22.20) / STAFFORD (07.05/21.50) / RUGELEY TOWN (07.35/21.20) miles of golden sands, a vast variety of shops and
CANNOCK (07.55/21.00) / WALSALL (08.05/20.50) / BIRMINGHAM NEW STREET (08.30/20.30) beautiful award-winning gardens where you can
SOLIHULL (08.50/20.10) / DORRIDGE (09.00/20.00) / WARWICK PARKWAY (09.15/19.45) perhaps enjoy a traditional afternoon tea whilst
LEAMINGTON SPA (09.30/19.30) listening to a brass band.
SATURDAY 7 AUGUST - DEPARTING FROM POOLE
With a break of around three hours enjoy the
ELY (05.15/23.00) / MARCH (05.35/22.35) / PETERBOROUGH (06.05/22.10) / STAMFORD (06.20/21.55)
bustling Quay and stunning natural harbour with
OAKHAM (06.40/21.35) / MELTON MOWBRAY (06.50/21.25) / LEICESTER (07.30/21.05)
beautiful views across to the Isle of Purbeck. Perhaps
KETTERING (08.05/20.40) / WELLINGBOROUGH (08.15/20.30) / BEDFORD (08.30/2015)
take a boat trip to Brownsea Island, rich in wildlife or
a Jurassic coastal cruise.
WEYMOUTH
A favourite haunt of King George III with historical
buildings, a Georgian seafront and town centre
complemented by quaint side streets, all of which is
connected by over three miles of level promenade.
The picturesque harbour boasts fishing boats,
yachts, and catamarans.
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S TAT E S M A N S TAT E S M A N
WEDNESDAY 25 AUGUST - DEPARTING FROM WEDNESDAY 22 SEPTEMBER - DEPARTING FROM
CREWE (06.00/23.30) / HARTFORD (06.20/23.10) / RUNCORN (06.35/22.55) WOLVERHAMPTON (06.10/23.40) / WALSALL (06.35/23.20) / CANNOCK (07.00/23.00)
LIVERPOOL SOUTH PARKWAY (06.45/22.45) / LIVERPOOL LIME STREET (07.10/22.30) RUGELEY TOWN (07.15/22.40) / STAFFORD (07.40/22.00) / CREWE (08.15/21.30)
BROAD GREEN (07.20/22.10) / HUYTON (07.30/22.00) / RAINHILL (07.40/21.50) WARRINGTON BANK QUAY (08.40/21.05) / WIGAN NORTH WESTERN (08.50/20.50)
MANCHESTER VICTORIA (08.20/21.10) / ROCHDALE (08.40/20.45) / TODMORDEN (09.00/20.30) PRESTON (09.15/20.30) / LANCASTER (09.40/20.00)
Enjoy a scenic tour to the spectacular North East with its landscape of dramatic SATURDAY 23 OCTOBER - DEPARTING FROM
countryside as we travel along the sweeping Northumberland coastal route LEICESTER (05.45/23.25) / LOUGHBOROUGH (06.00/23.10)
with a choice of leisure time in either the historic border town of Berwick-upon- EAST MIDLANDS PARKWAY (06.20/22.50) / ILKESTON (06.40/22.30) / ALFRETON (07.00/22.15)
Tweed with its huge Elizabethan fortress overlooking the estuary with views to CHESTERFIELD (07.20/22.00) / SHEFFIELD (07.55/21.35) / MEADOWHALL (08.05/21.20)
Lindisfarne, or alight at Alnmouth for an optional off train tour to the magnificent
Alnwick Castle. We are pleased to present one of our There is something for everyone with numerous
attractions all within easy walking distance – perhaps
most popular tours as “The Statesman”
visit the mediaeval Old Town and take a stroll down
ALNWICK CASTLE & GARDENS train travels on an enchanting journey Royal Mile to the Palace of Holyroodhouse or visit the
Road coaches will transport you to the foreboding
over the border and through the Scottish impressive fortress of Edinburgh Castle. For the more
Alnwick Castle that has been the seat of the Dukes
of Northumberland since 1309. Admission includes Lowlands to the very heart of the capital adventurous visit the former Royal Yacht Britannia,
or jump on an open top bus, offering a tour of all the
the castle and its wonderful gardens. More recently regarded by many as Britain’s most
major historic sites and attractions.
the castle has found fame as the location of Hogwarts beautiful city.
School’ in the Harry Potter movies and Downton
Abbey. Supplement: £35 per person
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SATURDAY 27 NOVEMBER - DEPARTING FROM
CHESTERFIELD (06.30/23.30) / BELPER (06.45/23.15) / DERBY (07.05/23.05) / LONG EATON (07.20/22.50)
EAST MIDLANDS PARKWAY (07.30/22.40) / LOUGHBOROUGH (07.40/22.20) / LEICESTER (08.05/22.00)
KETTERING (08.35/21.15) / WELLINGBOROUGH (08.55/21.00) / BEDFORD (09.15/20.45)
This unique tour offers a visit to two historic south west destinations which are
both famous for their spectacular Christmas Markets and visitor attractions,
so the choice is yours in which you choose to spend the afternoon but please
remember it is not possible to visit both.
DA RT M O U T H ROYA L BATH SPA
Yhe beautiful Somerset city has attracted visitors
SALISBURY
This pretty cathedral city is surrounded by a country
R E G AT TA S TAT E S M A N since Roman times and is fabulously decorated for
the festive season and discover one of the largest
landscape and we have around four hours to discover
its unique charms. Dating back to the 13th century
SATURDAY 28 AUGUST - DEPARTING FROM Christmas Markets in Britain with over 150 chalet it is home to one of the most beautiful cathedrals in
style stalls. The famous Bath Abbey and Roman the country with its spire being the tallest in Britain.
HIGH WYCOMBE (05.40/23.05) / PRINCES RISBOROUGH (05.50/22.55)
Baths provide an amazing backdrop and other The streets contain many historic timbered buildings
HADDENHAM & THAME PARKWAY (06.05/22.45) / BICESTER VILLAGE (06.20/22.30)
highlights include the popular afternoon carol which will be aglow with festive lights and the
OXFORD PARKWAY (06.30/22.20) / OXFORD (06.40/22.10) / DIDCOT PARKWAY (07.00/21.50)
concert in the Abbey, the Roman Pump Rooms Christmas Market consists of over 100 stalls with
NEWBURY (07.40/21.20) / WESTBURY (08.30/20.30)
and Carriage Museum. a backdrop of the historic Guildhall.
We recreate one of the great holiday trains of the golden age of railway travel with
a journey around the beautiful Devon coast as we travel alongside the stunning
Exe estuary with its fishing boats and views across to the Jurassic Coast and at
Dawlish we race through tunnels and cuttings and alongside beaches and coves.
At Paignton we join the heritage line and travel
alongside the beautiful River Dart and into the
riverside terminus at Kingswear, where it is a short
crossing on the ferry (price included) to the historic
and romantic port of Dartmouth bedecked in all its
regatta finery - there are antique shops and cafés to
explore along with leisurely cruises on the River
Dart. Following around three hours to enjoy the
excitement of the regatta, our train will return in
the late afternoon.
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heather carpeting the mountains and autumn leaves turning to a burnished gold –
S TAT E S M A N Travel is over the scenic Highland line through the Cairngorm National Park with
views of cascading waterfalls and tranquil Lochs to the highland capital Inverness
SATURDAY 25 TO MONDAY 27 SEPTEMBER - DEPARTING FROM for a two night stay.
ELY (05.20/23.05) / MARCH (05.40/22.45) / PETERBOROUGH (06.00/22.25) / GRANTHAM (06.30/21.55)
NEWARK NORTHGATE (06.45/21.40) / RETFORD (07.00/21.20) / DONCASTER (07.20/21.00) On Sunday we travel over the spectacular and scenic
WAKEFIELD WESTGATE (07.50/20.30) / LEEDS (08.20/20.00) rails to the isles climbing over the mountains and
passing around the shore of beautiful Loch Carron
SATURDAY 9 TO MONDAY 11 OCTOBER - DEPARTING FROM with views to the Isle of Skye, upon arrival at Kyle of
Lochalsh there will be the opportunity to take a stroll
LEICESTER (06.00/22.30) / LOUGHBOROUGH (06.10/22.15) / EAST MIDLANDS PARKWAY (06.20/22.00)
over the Skye Bridge. On Monday we return homeward
DERBY (06.50/21.30) / CHESTERFIELD (07.20/21.00) / CHINLEY (07.50/20.30) / ROMILEY (08.20/20.00)
over the Highland line and Slochd Summit with
MANCHESTER VICTORIA (09.10/19.10) / BOLTON (09.30/18.50) / PRESTON (10.00/18.20)
magnificent views of the Cairngorm Mountains
passing through the ski centre of Aviemore and
impressive Pass of Killiecrankie.
PULLMAN DINING
Seating is in our refurbished Pullman style carriages
with tables of four or tables of two laid with crisp
linen and fully dressed with fine crockery, fresh
flowers and glassware. The meal service is detailed
below and includes bucks’ fizz with breakfast and
a glass of chilled champagne followed by a half
bottle of house wine served with dinner and seven
course luncheon.
FIRST CLASS
Reserved seating is arranged at tables of four or
tables of two. Complimentary tea/coffee, and light
snacks are included, and a buffet bar is available
for the purchase of light refreshments.
ON TRAIN MEALS: (PULLMAN ONLY)
Saturday: Full English breakfast, light Luncheon
and four course Dinner
Sunday: Light Luncheon and Afternoon tea
Monday: Seven course ‘taste of Scotland’
Luncheon and Supper
HOTELS
No overnight accommodation is included on this
FIRST CLASS £370 / PULLMAN DINING £700 tour allowing you the freedom and flexibility to
arrange your own hotels in Inverness. For further
Guaranteed window tables for 2 are available at a supplement of £70 per person advise and a list of recommended hotels please
contact our reservation team.
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S TAT E S M A N
SATURDAY 4 DECEMBER - DEPARTING FROM
HULL (05.50/22.35) / BROUGH (06.10/22.20) / GILBERDYKE (06.20/22.10) / HOWDEN (06.30/22.05)
SELBY (06.40/21.50) / LEEDS (07.15/21.10) / SHIPLEY (07.30/20.50) / KEIGHLEY (07.40/20.40)
SKIPTON (08.00/20.25) / HELLIFIELD (08.15/20.05) / SETTLE (08.25/19.55)
SATURDAY 11 DECEMBER - DEPARTING FROM
ELY (05.55/23.50) / MARCH (06.15/23.25) / PETERBOROUGH (06.40/22.55) / GRANTHAM (07.20/22.25)
NEWARK NORTHGATE (07.50/22.00) / RETFORD (08.10/21.40) / DONCASTER (08.30/21.15)
YORK (09.05/20.40)
We are pleased to present one of our most popular tours as “The Statesman” train
travels north to the very heart of Scotland’s capital and Britain’s most beautiful
city where shopping is always a unique experience but at Christmas - it’s truly
magical, when the gardens beneath Edinburgh Castle are transformed into a
Winter Wonderland with traditional Christmas markets, open air skating and
thousands of twinkling festive lights.
Arrival into Edinburgh Waverley is around 13.20 with
the station located just below one of the UK’s most
historic and popular shopping areas – Princes Street,
with its beautifully lit trees and a traditional German
& Scottish Highland Christmas Market.
There are numerous attractions all within easy
walking distance – from the giant Christmas wheel
that lights up the sky above the festive gardens, a stroll
down the Royal Mile to the Palace of Holyroodhouse,
or the impressive fortress of Edinburgh Castle.
Scotland’s capital has everything and what makes it
memorable is the magical combination of Christmas
events and the unique yuletide atmosphere.
STANDARD CLASS £90 / FIRST CLASS £155 / PULLMAN DINING £310
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