Luxury Day trips by Rail 2025 .
Join us on board the Luxury Vintage Train Northern Belle, and enjoy one of these great days out;
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We have a unique opportunity to travel on the Luxury Vintage Train Northern Belle originally restored and renovated by the famous Venice-Simplon Orient Express Company on a day trip from Newcastle Station in 2025
2025
Historic Chester at Leisure
Thursday 8 May 2025 - £495pp
Join the Northern Belle luxury train on a day excursion to the walled city of Chester.
Round-trip travel aboard the Northern Belle luxury train
Welcome sparkling Bellini
Fine-dining
Delicious three-course brunch on the outward journey
Morning tea and coffee
Free time to explore Chester
Champagne reception back on board
Sumptuous five-course dinner: British seasonal table d’hôte menu including Great British cheese board, biscuits and chutneys
Half a bottle of wine per person
Coffee, tea and petits fours
Historic Chester Cathedral Tour & Guide
Thursday 8 May 2025 - £550pp
Explore the rich history of Chester Cathedral with a guided tour aboard the Northern Belle. Discover the stories within its ancient walls.
Round-trip travel on the Northern Belle luxury train
Welcome sparkling Mimosa cocktail
Delicious three-course brunch on the outward journey
Free time to explore Chester & guided tour of Chester Cathedral
Champagne reception back on board including canapés and Caviar blinis
Sumptuous six-course dinner: British seasonal table d’hôte menu including: Award-winning Great British cheese board with Port to accompany, delicious dessert and a selection of petits fours
Sommelier’s choice - Bottle of wine per couple
Fortnum & Mason tea and Northern Belle blend coffee
The Spirit of Travel Lunch
Friday 9 May 2025 - £445pp
A true feast for all the senses awaits when you cross the red carpet on the station platform and step on board.
Round-trip travel on the Northern Belle luxury train
Welcome Champagne reception including canapés and caviar blinis
Sumptuous seven-course lunch: British seasonal table d’hôte menu including: Award-winning Great British cheese board with Port to accompany, delicious dessert and a selection of petits fours
Sommelier’s choice - Bottle of wine per couple
On board entertainment including table magician and strolling musicians
Fortnum & Mason tea and Northern Belle blend coffee
Champagne Afternoon Tea
Friday 9 May 2025 - £365pp
Indulge in the quintessential British experience of afternoon tea aboard the beautiful Northern Belle vintage train.
Round-trip travel on the Northern Belle luxury train
Welcome bottle of Laurent-Perrier Champagne per couple
Traditional afternoon tea, including sandwiches, cakes, pastries and scones
On board entertainment including table magician and strolling musicians
Glass of sherry, port or similar
Exclusive box of chocolates
Fortnum & Mason tea and Northern Belle blend coffee
Settle & Carlisle Steam Special
Saturday 24 May 2025 - £565pp
A wonderful journey featured on Channel 5's "World's most scenic railway journeys".
Spectacular steam hauled journey over the Settle to Carlisle line
Welcome sparkling Mimosa cocktail
Delicious three-course brunch on the outward journey
Time to explore Carlisle at leisure
Champagne reception back on board including canapés and Caviar blinis
Sumptuous six-course dinner: British seasonal table d’hôte menu including: Award-winning Great British cheese board with Port to accompany, delicious dessert and a selection of petits fours
Sommelier’s choice - Bottle of wine per couple
Fortnum & Mason tea and Northern Belle blend coffee
The Spirit of Travel Lunch
Saturday 12 July 2025 - £445pp
A true feast for all the senses awaits when you cross the red carpet on the station platform and step on board.
Round-trip travel on the Northern Belle luxury train
Welcome Champagne reception including canapés and caviar blinis
Sumptuous seven-course lunch: British seasonal table d’hôte menu including: Award-winning Great British cheese board with Port to accompany, delicious dessert and a selection of petits fours
Sommelier’s choice - Bottle of wine per couple
On board entertainment including table magician and strolling musicians
Fortnum & Mason tea and Northern Belle blend coffee
Champagne Afternoon Tea
Saturday 12 July 2025 - £365pp
Indulge in the quintessential British experience of afternoon tea aboard the beautiful Northern Belle vintage train.
Round-trip travel on the Northern Belle luxury train
Welcome bottle of Laurent-Perrier Champagne per couple
Traditional afternoon tea, including sandwiches, cakes, pastries and scones
On board entertainment including table magician and strolling musicians
Glass of sherry, port or similar
Exclusive box of chocolates
Fortnum & Mason tea and Northern Belle blend coffee
Christmas Lunch
Thursday 18 December 2025 - £495pp
Celebrate Christmas in opulent style on board the Northern Belle luxury train.
Round-trip travel on the Northern Belle luxury train
Welcome Champagne reception including canapés and caviar blinis
Sumptuous seven-course Christmas lunch: British seasonal table d’hôte menu including: Award-winning Great British cheese board with Port to accompany, delicious dessert and a selection of petits fours
Sommelier’s choice - Bottle of wine per couple
On board entertainment including table magician and strolling musicians
Fortnum & Mason tea and Northern Belle blend coffee
THE EXPERIENCE
From the moment you see the gleaming Northern Belle train pull into the station, you are transported back to a more glamorous age. The vintage train offers a true escape from the hustle and bustle of modern life. Enjoy handcrafted interiors, impeccable service and gastronomic cuisine. Sip champagne, absorb the views, chat with your fellow travellers. Unwind and relax - timeless memories are guaranteed.
PLEASE NOTE
Northern Belle has limited tables for two. We are happy to take a request, however this is not a guarantee and there is a chance that you may be sharing a table of four with another couple. Subject to availability you may guarantee a table for two by paying a supplement of £75 per passenger.
All timings shown on this website are for your guidance only—a confirmed schedule will be supplied with your travel documents
Steam: Due to the antique nature of the locomotive from time to time the engines do sadly fail, in this situation we will reserve the right to substitute the advertised locomotive with a replacement. In the unlikely event we can not obtain a substitute we will run the excursion with a heritage diesel locomotive and offer a £ 80.00 per person refund.
Please ensure you bring your travel documents on the day of your journey
If booking up to eight (8) weeks prior to departure, a non-refundable 15% deposit is required to secure your seats
Payment is required in full if you are booking within eight (8) weeks of trave
THE EXPERIENCE
From the moment you see the gleaming Northern Belle train pull into the station, you are transported back to a more glamorous age. The vintage train offers a true escape from the hustle and bustle of modern life. Enjoy handcrafted interiors, impeccable service and gastronomic cuisine. Sip champagne, absorb the views, chat with your fellow travellers. Unwind and relax - timeless memories are guaranteed.
FLORAL & GIFT ENHANCEMENTS
Flowers or gifts can be ordered advance, to be presented on the train with a special message. Please talk to a reservation agent about prices and gift options, or add to your order when booking online. Be sure to include your personalised message in the Further Information section.
ROUTES, SCHEDULES & TIMINGS
Please note that our trains operate within the constraints of the rail network. All details shown initially on your confirmation are for guidance only. Your travel documentation including your full itinerary and confirmed timings will be sent to you five to seven days prior to departure. Please arrive 20 minutes before departure time.
WARDROBE NOTES
Smart casual wear (but not jeans or trainers) is appropriate. For dinner departures, more formal wear is customary. A jacket and a tie for men is required at Royal Ascot and other race excursions. For outdoor events, please wear practical clothing, appropriate for the weather conditions.
DINING
Your fare includes table d’hôte meals on the journey. Menus are subject to seasonal change. If you have any special dietary requirements, make sure to advise us when booking and we will do our best to comply. We are, however, unable to provide meals requiring strict religious observance in their preparation.
SMOKING
Due to European regulations banning smoking on trains, we operate a no smoking policy aboard the Northern Belle.
MOBILE PHONES & HANDHELD DEVICES
Out of consideration for your fellow passengers, please turn off mobile phones and handheld devices whilst in your carriage.
We also have a number of tours departing from York.
We can arrange rail connections from Newcastle, Durham or Sunderland. Please call for details.
All of our Northern Belle tours sell out very early, so to avoid disappointment and reserve your place today with our low deposit scheme. Call Westoe Travel (0191) 455 2292 for more information or to book!
These tours are operated by Northern Belle.
Westoe Travel act as agent for Northern Belle
Mobility
We want to ensure you make the correct choice before you book your holiday with us. If you have any concerns regarding the suitability of the holiday due to reduced mobility we would encourage you to call us to discuss these concerns
TRAVEL INSURANCE
We advise customers take travel insurance for all bookings
Click here for Holiday Insurance or
Call Holiday Extras 0800 0833551 quoting reference L4746 for best prices or
Call Just Travel Cover 0800 2942972 quoting reference L4746 for best prices
Customers should ensure that they are fit enough to travel, please check with your General Practitioner and www.fco.gov.uk/travel and www.nathnac.org
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