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DEPARTS:

  • Horsham /
  • Dorking (Main) /
  • Leatherhead /
  • Epsom /
  • Cheam /
  • Kensington Olympia

Capture the spirit of yesteryear on a magical journey to either Bicester Village, with its abundance of designer boutiques, or the historic city of Oxford, famed for its golden stone architecture and dreaming spires.

 

Leaving Surrey behind, we travel across West London where our steam locomotive joins us for the day. From here, the Chiltern Hills unfold in all their glory – a landscape of rolling chalk ridges, peaceful woodland, and timeless charm, as our engine is put through her paces.

Whether you choose the spacious boulevards of Bicester Village or the elegance of Oxford, your day promises discovery, indulgence, and a touch of nostalgia.

This trip is steam-hauled to and from West London.

Destinations

Oxford

Oxford is a city steeped in tradition and intellectual heritage, where golden stone buildings and tranquil courtyards echo centuries of scholarly pursuit. The iconic spires and college cloisters invite exploration, from the grandeur of the Bodleian Library to the leafy banks of the River Thames and Cherwell. Independent bookshops, inviting cafés, and hidden gardens offer moments of quiet charm, while the city’s vibrant cultural life adds a modern flourish to its historic heart. Oxford is a place where learning, beauty, and timeless elegance come together in perfect harmony.

Bicester Village

Bicester Village offers a refined shopping experience in a setting that blends contemporary style with relaxed charm. Its open-air boulevards are lined with elegant boutiques showcasing leading British and international designers, all offering an exceptional breadth of choice. Between browsing collections, visitors can pause at stylish cafés or enjoy a visit to one of the village’s restaurants. With its beautifully landscaped surroundings and effortless sophistication, Bicester Village is a destination for indulgence, discovery, and a touch of luxury.

SOMETHING TO SUIT EVERYONE

Classes of travel

Pullman Dining

FROM £465
  

Indulge in an exquisite on-board culinary journey, where impeccable service, attention to detail, and ever-changing views combine to create an experience unlike any other.

Inspired by the regions we steam through, our menus are crafted using the finest locally sourced, seasonal ingredients.

Guests are seated in plush armchair-style seats at elegantly dressed tables for two or four, adorned with crisp white linens, fine china, sparkling glassware, fresh flowers, and plump cushions – evoking the grandeur of a more refined era.

On a full-day journey, guests will be welcomed on board with a chilled Champagne Bellini, followed by a multi-course breakfast. On the return journey, they are greeted with a glass of Champagne and canapés followed by a four-course evening meal, complemented by half a bottle of wine per person.

TRAVEL TIMINGS*

Boarding Stations

The following pick-up and set-down stations are available on this journey

STATIONDEPARTSRETURNS
Horsham 07.30 21.35
Dorking (Main) 07.45 21.15
Leatherhead 07.55 21.05
Epsom 08.10 20.50
Cheam 08.20 20.40
Kensington Olympia 08.50 20.20
Destinations

The following destination stations are available on this journey

STATIONARRIVESDEPARTS
Bicester Village 12.20 16.50
Oxford 12.40 16.30

PLEASE NOTE *
All timings shown above are approximate and may be subject to change.

Scheduled locomotive

Britannia

70000

70000 Britannia is a British Railways Standard class 7 engine, alternatively known as the Britannia class, and the first of 55 to be built by British Railways in Crewe.

Completed in January 1951 she was built for express passenger services between London and Norwich.

The BR Standard classes were designed by drawing on the best qualities from several previous locomotives to create an efficient engine that was produced with lower maintenance costs and weight saving measures to enable it to work across a wider geography.

Britannia has 2 cylinders, 6 driving wheels and a firebox of 42ft2 with most of the motion situated on the outside of the frames for ease of maintenance. Whilst limited to 75mph the locomotive is capable of reaching speeds up to 100mph.

For many years Britannia’s cab roof was painted white to commemorate her pulling the funeral train of King George VI from Sandringham to London in 1952. After 15 years of service in May 1966 Britannia was retired and after spells at preserved railways returned to the national network between 1991 and 1997 until major repairs were required and the locomotive was withdrawn for overhaul. In 2010 Britannia was steamed once more and 2011 marked the locomotive’s return to the main line after a 14 year absence.
In one of her most important roles, Britannia hauled The Royal Train from Preston to Wakefield in January 2012.

 

 

Whilst this locomotive is rostered for the steam hauled sections of the trip listed, it cannot be guaranteed and may be substituted for a different engine.
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