Multi day journeys

Day 1 – London to the Lake District

Tuesday 9th September

Our journey begins at London’s Euston station as your liveried steward welcomes you aboard. We set out, diesel or electric hauled, for an express run up the West Coast Mainline to Crewe, where we will be joined by our steam locomotive for the onward journey along the famous Settle & Carlisle Railway.

Sit back and relax in the jovial atmosphere as our locomotive carves its way through the Eden Valley before ascending to the highest point on England’s railways. This stunning 73-mile route crosses the remote scenic regions of the Yorkshire Dales and the North Pennines with their far-reaching views and undulating countryside. Depending on our route to the north, this journey may take place as the sun sets and an evening meal is served to dining passengers.

Our outward journey is planned to finish at Oxenholme for a 30-minute coach transfer to hotels.

Days 2 & 3 – In the Lake District

Wednesday 10th & Thursday 11th September

You have two full days to unwind and relish in all the wonders that this National Park has to offer.  From tranquil boat excursions to charming heritage railways, and venerable historic estates to lush, vibrant gardens, there’s an abundance of experiences awaiting your discovery.

For lovers of the outdoors, there are many ways to explore the National Park, with fabulous walks, scenic cycle routes, as well as sailing and canoeing facilities.

Alternatively, you can join us on an organised excursion, which are likely to include a day out to two of the Lake District’s Railways – the Lakeside & Haverthwaite Railway and the narrow gauge Ravenglass and Eskdale Railway. You’ll also have the option to visit some of the wealth of attractions in the Lake District such as a Lake Cruise, Beatrix Potter’s House, Holker Hall, Wordsworth House or Brantwood House.

Day 4 – Cumbria to London

Friday 12th September

Our homeward journey features some of the most captivating coastal landscapes in the UK, as we traverse the Cumbrian Coast Line and Furness Line. A morning coach transfer will take us to the coast at Workington to board the train.

Reminisce on your stay in the Lakes as a rich tapestry of rural countryside, stirring seascapes, rocky cliffs and shining sandbanks unfolds outside your window. Continuing inland, we reach Chester, where you will have time to explore the handsome Tudor-and-Victorian city centre. Its collection of black-and-white timber-framed buildings and red-sandstone architecture surrounded by an original set of Roman-era walls is one of Britain’s prettiest town centres.

At Crewe we wave goodbye to our steam locomotive and continue south to London Euston with a vintage diesel or electric locomotive, arriving just after rush hour.