WONDERFUL JOURNEYS BY STEAM Full 2019 programme including Holidays by Steam and Flying Scotsman
WELCOME ON BOARD 20 th Anniversary Year Welcome to our 2019 brochure which features some fabulous trips including journeys with Flying Scotsman, our first ever visit to Bressingham Gardens and unmissable holidays around the Highlands and Islands of Scotland in May with Flying Scotsman and Ireland in September. Twenty years since we ran our first tour, we are proud to offer day trips to more than 33 different destinations and pick up at over 100 stations across the UK every year, enabling us to bring the magic and romance of steam travel to as many as possible. To see if we’re stopping at your local station, head to the Boarding Points Index, found on pages 36 and 37 of this booklet. All our day trip destinations are carefully selected for their cultural and historic appeal. They include some of the UK’s finest Cathedral cities, stunning coastal resorts, as well as the country’s best shopping havens, magnificent country houses and fabulous gardens.
Whilst travelling with us passengers can choose from one of four classes of travel; Pullman Style or Premier Dining with hot meals served on board, or if you prefer the flexibility of buying from our on-board range of snacks and drinks, First Class or Premium Standard. We look forward to welcoming you on board for an experience you will treasure forever.
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NEW FOR 2019: London To Bressingham Gardens – Page 10
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WELCOME ON BOARD
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young and old alike and taking this into account have created a special ticket for the under 30s and families. We also offer a group discount of 10% for groups of 10 or more passengers. Please speak to the Booking Office to take advantage of either of these special offers. Exclusions apply.
HOLIDAYS BY STEAM 2019: Including Highlights & Islands Explorer – Page 17
TRIP TO GREAT YARMOUTH: Page 32
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DINING ON BOARD The menu served from our bespoke Kitchen Car is devised by our Chef Director, who refreshes beloved British dishes with a modern twist, using seasonal ingredients whenever possible. Meals are served at a leisurely pace, allowing for pick up and drop off stations along the way and opportunities to alight the train. We offer a single set menu on all our trips, but if notified in advance, we can cater to a range of dietary requirements, including vegetarian, vegan and coeliac alternatives. On a typical day trip, you will be welcomed on board with champagne and orange juice, accompanied by morning pastries. This is followed by a delicious Full English breakfast or brunch. On the return journey, you will enjoy a sumptuous four course meal. On some journeys the meals offered vary due to trip length and time.
Pullman Style Dining
Premier Dining Comfortable 1960’s Restaurant Cars with wood panelling and large picture windows await you in Premier Dining.
NON-DINING In both non-dining classes our waiting staff will be at your service throughout the journey to take orders for the purchase of snacks and drinks from our on-board selection, all served to your table. You are also welcome to bring your own food and drink on-board.
First Class Passengers are seated in compartments for up to six people or in 1960s open carriages at tables for four. Complimentary Champagne and orange juice is served shortly after boarding, along with tea and coffee. Cakes or biscuits are served on the return journey.
Premium Standard In Premium Standard, seating is in 1960’s open carriages with large picture windows. The carriage has individual seating around tables of four laid with white linen tablecloths. You are served complimentary tea or coffee at your seats.
CLASSES OF TRAVEL
With elegant 1950s or 1960s carriages, wood-panelled walls, table lamps and curtains, combined with our most comfortable seats and the highest level of service, the atmosphere in Pullman Style Dining evokes memories of a bygone era. Extra touches like canapés to open the evening meal, which is accompanied by a half bottle of wine per person, make Pullman Style Dining our most popular class of travel.
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LONDON TO SALISBURY, BATH & BRISTOL Thursday 7 th March 2019 With plenty of options to choose from, this trip has something for everyone! Why not explore Salisbury, with its magnificent Cathedral and 404 foot spire, the tallest spire in Britain. Alternatively, stay on board to the historic Roman Spa city of Bath with its medieval heritage and stately Georgian architecture as well as fabulous shops and café culture. For art fiends or boat fans, there is plenty to do in maritime Bristol. Station London Victoria Egham Woking Basingstoke Salisbury Bath Bristol
Out 0845 0935 1000 1055 1200 1320 1340
Return 2150 2035 2005 1915 1815 1700 1640
Pullman Style Dining and Premier Dining passengers boarding or alighting at Salisbury will receive a two or three course meal on the return journey.
Fares to Salisbury Pullman Style Dining £249 Premier Dining £189 First Class £139 Premium Standard £89 Fares to Bath & Bristol Pullman Style Dining £269 Premier Dining £209 First Class £159 Premium Standard £109 Fares from Salisbury to Bristol Pullman Style Dining £199 Premier Dining £159 First Class £109 Premium Standard £69
SOUTHEND TO THE BLUEBELL RAILWAY – NEW FOR 2019
New for 2019, this fabulous steam-hauled scenic trip takes passengers from Essex to the Bluebell Railway via the beautiful Surrey Hills. Once we reach the railway - one of the first preserved heritage lines in the country - we change to one of the railway’s own trains for a journey along the line. At the end of the line, passengers will then have the opportunity to visit the engine sheds and museum at Sheffield Park, or join a coach excursion to the stunning Sheffield Park and Gardens National Trust Property to explore over 250 acres of parkland (£20 supplement). Station Southend East Rainham Barking Stratford (London) Kingscote Sheffield Park
Out 0800 0830 0855 0915 1345 1430
Return 2310 2240 2210 2145 1800 1700
This trip will be diesel hauled from South Croydon to Kingscote on the outward journey and West London to Southend on the return journey.
Fares Pullman Style Dining Premier Dining First Class Premium Standard
£279 £219 £169 £119
LONDON TO SALISBURY, BATH & BRISTOL / SOUTHEND TO THE BLUEBELL RAILWAY
Saturday 23 rd March 2019
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LONDON TO THE SEVERN VALLEY RAILWAY & WORCESTER Saturday 30 th March 2019 With Spring officially in the air, join us as we head off from London Euston for Kidderminster before changing to a second steam train for the stunning 16 mile journey along the Severn Valley Railway. Sit back and relax as the vintage steam-hauled train meanders its way from Kidderminster to the ancient riverside town of Bridgnorth, passing through the town of Bewdley with its quaint quayside and gardens and on through Worcestershire and Shropshire countryside as the railway hugs the Severn Valley all the way to the end of the line. Alternatively, passengers can remain on the Steam Dreams train and continue on to Worcester, best known for its magnificent Cathedral but also its world renowned Worcester Porcelain and Worcestershire Sauce! Station London Euston Milton Keynes Northampton Rugby Severn Valley Railway Worcester
Out 0725 0845 0925 0955 1250 1330
Return 2310 2200 2125 2055 1800 1735
Fares to Severn Valley Railway Pullman Style Dining £285 Premier Dining £225 First Class £175 Premium Standard £125 Fares to Worcester Pullman Style Dining £269 Premier Dining £209 First Class £159 Premium Standard £109
Thursday 4 th April 2019 Until Summer 2018 this amazing trip was not even possible and now you can be part of it! Join us as we travel for the first time directly from the Chinnor and Princes Risborough Railway and the Thames Valley all the way to Dorset. You can alight at Bournemouth to enjoy its seven miles of gorgeous golden sands and sparkling sea, where you will also find a wide selection of shops and restaurants, as well as beautiful award winning gardens. Alternatively, continue to Weymouth where you have time to explore at the pretty harbourside and watch the luxury yachts, fishing trawlers, tall ships and even cross harbour rowing ferries come and go. For history buffs Nothe Fort is a must! Built by the Victorians to protect Portland Harbour, this unique attraction houses a network of underground passages and provides stunning views of Weymouth Bay. Station Chinnor Princes Risborough Bicester Village Oxford Parkway Goring & Streatley Basingstoke Bournemouth Wareham (for Corfe) Weymouth
Out 0800 0845 0910 0940 1035 1125 1350 1410 1445
Return 2355 2335 2245 2230 2140 2030 1745 1725 1640
Fares Pullman Style Dining Premier Dining First Class Premium Standard
£279 £219 £169 £119
This trip will have diesel leading on the Chinnor and Princes Risborough Railway and between Weymouth and Southampton in one direction.
LONDON TO THE SEVERN VALLEY RAILWAY & WORCESTER / CHINNOR & PRINCES RISBOROUGH RAILWAY TO BOURNEMOUTH & WEYMOUTH – NEW FOR 2019
CHINNOR & PRINCES RISBOROUGH RAILWAY TO BOURNEMOUTH & WEYMOUTH – NEW FOR 2019
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LONDON TO BRESSINGHAM GARDENS – NEW FOR 2019 Thursday 11 th April 2019 Another first for Steam Dreams! Be a part of this exciting inaugural trip as we take you cross country along the Great Eastern Main line. Passengers will alight for a coach transfer to visit the fabulous Bressingham Steam and Gardens. Founded by Alan Bloom in 1946, there is much to enjoy. As well as the fabulous gardens, vistas and views, passengers can also choose to take a train ride on four miles of narrow gauge railways into the Waveney Woodland and Valley around Alan Bloom’s Dell Garden or, if you are a Dad’s Army fan, visit the official Dad’s Army museum. Station London Liverpool Street Bressingham Steam & Gardens
Out
Return
1120
2245
1400
1700
Fares Pullman Style Dining Premier Dining First Class Premium Standard
£289 £229 £179 £129
Bressingham fares include entry to the attraction, as well as coach transfers between the train and the gardens in both directions.
Thursday 11 th April 2019 Join us on a trip to visit the magnificent Cathedral City of Norwich with its imposing 315 foot spire, medieval churches and stunning architecture. You can spend the afternoon soaking up the atmosphere this lively city has to offer. Alternatively, you can continue on your journey to the Mid Norfolk Railway, to travel along the 15 mile preserved standard gauge heritage railway, with a short time to explore the town of Dereham with its thatched cottages, museums and churches. Station London Liverpool Street Colchester Norwich Mid Norfolk Railway & Dereham
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Return
1120
2245
1245 1425
2040 1900
1600
1750
Dining passengers travelling from Norwich will be served a two course meal on the return journey. This trip will be diesel hauled between Norwich and Dereham in one direction.
Fares to Mid Norfolk Pullman Style Dining Premier Dining First Class Premium Standard
Railway £279 £219 £169 £119
Fares to Norwich Pullman Style Dining £269 Premier Dining £209 First Class £159 Premium Standard £109 Fares Norwich to Dereham Pullman Style Dining £179 Premier Dining £139 First Class £89 Premium Standard £49
LONDON TO BRESSINGHAM GARDENS – NEW FOR 2019 / LONDON TO NORWICH, DEREHAM & THE MID NORFOLK RAILWAY
LONDON TO NORWICH, DEREHAM & THE MID NORFOLK RAILWAY
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BERKSHIRE & HAMPSHIRE TO BATH & BRISTOL Tuesday 16 th April 2019 This unique itinerary takes passengers across Berkshire and Hampshire to Somerset for a day in Bath, with time to enjoy the sightseeing, culture and fabulous shopping this historic city centre has to offer. Alternatively, passengers can stay on the train to Bristol, where again there is plenty of time to visit Brunel’s SS Great Britain, the world’s first luxury cruise liner, fully-restored to its Victorian glory. Experience the sights, sounds and smells of the ship and don’t miss the chance to visit the new ‘Being Brunel’ museum. Station Maidenhead Twyford Reading Basingstoke Andover Bath Bristol
Out 0800 0810 0825 0855 0940 1120 1155
Return 2240 2225 2205 2140 2120 1950 1935
This trip will be steam hauled on the outward journey and diesel hauled on the return.
Fares to Bath or Bristol Pullman Style Dining £259 Premier Dining £199 First Class £149 Premium Standard £99 Connections for passengers wishing to join the train from London Waterloo or Woking can be arranged. This escorted service would be available for a £25 or £15 supplement respectively.
Tuesday 16 th April 2019 Join us on a journey by steam from stations across Berkshire, Hampshire and Wiltshire to the charming West Somerset Railway, the longest heritage railway in England. At Bishop’s Lydeard, you will change to of the West Somerset Railway’s own carriages for a trip through the stunning Somerset countryside and coastland to visit the sandy beaches and picturesque harbour in Minehead. Station Maidenhead Twyford Reading Basingstoke Andover Salisbury Westbury Bath Bristol Bishops Lydeard Dunster Minehead - West Somerset Railway
Out 0800 0810 0825 0855 0940 1015 1050 1120 1155 1315 1455
Return 2240 2225 2205 2140 2120 2055 2020 1950 1935 1815 1635
1500
1630
This trip will be steam hauled on the outward journey and diesel hauled on the return. Dining passengers boarding at Westbury, Bath or Bristol will receive a reduced meal service on the return journey.
Fares to West Somerset Pullman Style Dining Premier Dining First Class Premium Standard
Railway £269 £209 £159 £109
Fares from Bath or Bristol to West Somerset Railway Pullman Style Dining £225 Premier Dining £175 First Class £125 Premium Standard £79
BERKSHIRE & HAMPSHIRE TO BATH & BRISTOL OR TO THE WEST SOMERSET RAILWAY
BERKSHIRE, HAMPSHIRE & WILTSHIRE TO THE WEST SOMERSET RAILWAY
Connections for passengers wishing to join the train from London Waterloo or Woking can be arranged. This escorted service would be available for a £25 or £15 supplement respectively. 13
LONDON TO EXETER, PAIGNTON & DARTMOUTH Saturday 4 th May 2019 As we begin to enjoy longer daylight hours, join us on this scenic trip through Wiltshire and Somerset as we make our way to the West Country for a fabulous day out. Passengers can enjoy the delights of Exeter with its stunning architecture, fantastic selection of shops and beautiful countryside. For those preferring to be nearer the sea, you can remain on the train for a picturesque journey along the Dawlish Sea Wall and through Devon to the Dart Valley. Our train terminates at Kingswear and from there you can enjoy the short ferry ride to Dartmouth (included in your ticket). Station London Paddington Slough Reading Swindon Exeter St David’s Paignton Kingswear for Dartmouth
Out 0715 0745 0810 0850 1115 1200
Return 2320 2250 2220 2115 1750 1715
1240
1630
This trip will be steam hauled from Taunton outwards. Dining passengers boarding at Exeter and travelling to Kingswear will receive a reduced meal service on the return journey.
Fares to Exeter Pullman Style Dining £259 Premier Dining £199 First Class £149 Premium Standard £99 Fares to Paignton or Kingswear Pullman Style Dining £279 Premier Dining £219 First Class £169 Premium Standard £119 Fares from Exeter to Kingswear Pullman Style Dining £249 Premier Dining £189 First Class £139 Premium Standard £89
Thursday 23 rd May 2019 Join us on a scenic trip along the Thames Valley and through the Cotswolds to Cheltenham and enjoy an afternoon soaking up the atmosphere in this beautiful regency town with its array of galleries, shops and museums, or continue on to Worcester with its impressive Norman Cathedral.
Station London Victoria Staines Ascot Bracknell Reading Kemble Highgrove Cheltenham Worcester
Out 0945 1100 1130 1140 1210 1340 1410 1415 1440
Return 2230 2145 2120 2110 2040 1850 1820 1805 1725
Dining passengers boarding at Kemble and travelling to Worcester will receive a reduced meal service on the return journey.
Fares
Highgrove
Pullman Style Dining Premier Dining First Class Premium standard
SOLD OUT *
Cheltenham or Worcester £269 £209 £159 £109
Fares from Kemble to Worcester Pullman Style Dining £189 Premier Dining £149 First Class £99 Premium Standard £59
LONDON TO EXETER, PAIGNTON AND DARTMOUTH / LONDON TO CHELTENHAM & WORCESTER
LONDON TO CHELTENHAM & WORCESTER
* If you are interested in travelling to Highgrove, please call the booking office to be added to the waiting list.
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LONDON TO LINCOLN & YORK Sunday 26 th May 2019 We depart steam hauled from Kings Cross and head up the East Coast Mainline to Lincoln. Ringed by historic city gates, this magnificent city centre has plenty to offer visitors, with its cobbled medieval streets surrounding the 11th Century Castle and 12th Century Cathedral there are many points of interest. Alternatively, remain on the train to visit York with its extraordinary cultural and historical wealth. Visitors can while away the afternoon exploring the medieval spider’s web of narrow streets, visit the awe inspiring Minster, one of the most beautiful Gothic cathedrals in the world or for those with a penchant for engines and steam there is an excellent collection of locomotives and rolling stock on display at the Railway Museum. Station London Kings Cross Potters Bar Stevenage Peterborough Lincoln York
Out 0900 0935 1000 1120 1240 1445
Return 2145 2125 2100 2000 1900 1730
This trip will be diesel hauled on the return journey. Dining passengers joining the train at Lincoln and travelling to York will receive a 2 course meal on the return journey.
Fares To Lincoln Pullman Style Dining £259 Premier Dining £199 First Class £149 Premium Standard £99 From Lincoln to York Pullman Style Dining Premier Dining First Class Premium Standard
To York £279 £219 £169 £119
£249 £189 £139 £89
BLUEBELL RAILWAY TO OXFORD & WORCESTER \ CHRISTMAS BY STEAM
HOLIDAYS BY STEAM 2019 Including Highlands & Islands Explorer With Flying Scotsman
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THE HIGHLANDS & ISLANDS EXPLORER Featuring Flying Scotsman
Thursday 9th – Friday 17th May 2019 The Highlands & Islands Explorer nine day holiday promises to be a magical tour, taking in some truly spectacular Highland scenery, with long daylight hours, lakes, mountains, sea and islands, as well as stays in Edinburgh and the Lake District. Highlights: • T ravel with Flying Scotsman on the route synonymous with the engine, along the coast to Edinburgh e part of the very special double-headed • B steam hauled journey with Flying Scotsman and Mayflower through the mountainous Cairngorms National Park for Scotsman’s much celebrated return to Inverness • T he choice to either sample some of Europe’s most scenic railway lines or escape to the tranquillity and remarkable beauty of the Isle of Skye
holiday. That’s why the hotels we use are carefully chosen to ensure your comfort and enjoyment.
Itineraries: Highlands Option: 1 night in Edinburgh, 3 nights in Inverness, 2 nights in Fort William, 2 nights in the Lake District
Availability: On the Highlands option, there are still seats available in all classes but there is limited availability in Pullman Style dining and tables for two.
or Islands Option: 1 night in Edinburgh, 2 nights in Inverness, 2 nights on The Isle of Skye, 1 night in Fort William, 2 nights in the Lake District. Hotels: We recognise that the hotels where you stay and the opportunity to explore the cities and countryside is a key part of your
Isle of Skye
On the Islands option, there are limited spaces in Premier Dining and Pullman Style Dining. Join the train at London Victoria on day one, returning to London Euston on day nine. Fares from £1,995 including hotel accommodation*
Dunrobin Castle
THE HIGHLANDS & ISLANDS EXPLORER
• S tay in some of the most luxurious accommodation Steam Dreams has ever offered
*Fares including hotel accommodation are based on two sharing. Single supplements apply.
For more details about this holiday, order your free copy of our Holidays by Steam brochure by calling our Booking Office on 01483 209888.
Glenfinnan viaduct
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THE EMERALD ISLE CRAIC EXPRESS To the Wild Atlantic Way Friday 6 th – Wednesday 11 th September 2019 The beguiling Wild Atlantic Way provides a stunning backdrop to this late summer holiday visiting the Emerald Isle. Enjoy stays in Killarney and Galway with optional excursions to some of Ireland’s most popular attractions including Cork City, the Ring of Kerry, the Cliffs of Moher and the Aran Islands. Highlights: • E xperience Ireland’s beautiful scenery in the unique environment of a steam hauled train – the only one in the world with an on board bar which serves draught Guinness! • T hroughout the tour you will have the option to join road coaches to
see more of the stunning coastal scenery, with photo stops, on our Wild Atlantic Way’ option • H igh quality hotels throughout on a bed and breakfast basis
Day 2 – Killarney: Killarney is the perfect base for visiting the rugged Wild Atlantic Way or the famous Ring of Kerry. You can choose one of two optional trips; either a steam hauled journey to Cork city or, for those wanting to see more coastal scenery, a coach trip around the Ring of Kerry and then to Kinsale before heading to Cork to meet the train. Day 3 – Killarney to Galway: We leave after breakfast steam hauled and head for the poetically famous city of Limerick. Here we have a short break with time to visit the 800year old King John’s Castle before changing engines to the famous No. 4 Tank Engine for our journey to the city of Galway.
Ring of Kerry
THE EMERALD ISLE CRAIC EXPRESS
Day 1 – Dublin to Killarney: Leaving Dublin around midday, we head steam hauled across to the South West corner of Ireland to the Cathedral city of Killarney. Hauled by the magnificent Irish Express passenger locomotive No 85 Merlin, you will be treated to wonderful views of the verdant countryside.
Days 4 & 5 – in Galway: You have the luxury of two days in Galway to explore the vibrant Galway City independently, with its flamboyant arts scene and interesting past, or join optional excursions to some of Ireland’s most famous attractions. Optional coach tours to the majestic Cliffs of Moher or the dramatic Aran Islands are available, as well as journeys through the Connemara National Park to Westport, a designated heritage town filled with Irish charm, by road coach or steam. Day 6 – Galway to Dublin: After breakfast in your hotel we head across Ireland back to Dublin. Fares from £1,195 including hotel accommodation* * Fares including hotel accommodation are based on two sharing. Single supplements apply.
No. 85 Merlin
Transfers from England You have the option to join us on an escorted journey from London or Crewe to Dublin by service train and ferry, with an extra night in Dublin for £275pp.
For more details about this holiday, order your free copy of our Holidays by Steam brochure by calling our Booking Office on 01483 209888. Cork
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FLYING SCOTSMAN SURREY HILLS MORNING TOUR Thursday 30 th May 2019 The iconic Flying Scotsman will once again be gracing the tracks and joining Steam Dreams as we head off on a morning tour around the Surrey Hills, passing many of London’s key landmarks as we go. Station London Victoria
Out 0845
Return 1315
Dining passengers will be served a Champagne Brunch.
Fares Pullman Style Dining Premier Dining First Class Premium Standard
£249 £189 £139 £89
FLYING SCOTSMAN SURREY HILLS EVENING SUNSET TOUR Thursday 30 th May 2019 Enjoy a late afternoon tour on board the renowned Flying Scotsman as we head out to tackle the gradients of the Surrey Hills as the sun sets. Station London Victoria
Out 1710
Dining passengers will be served an evening meal.
Return 2120
Fares Pullman Style Dining Premier Dining First Class Premium Standard
£249 £189 £139 £89
Saturday 1 st June 2019 Join Flying Scotsman for a fabulous day out as we put this famous engine through its paces and head to the beautiful Cathedral City of Salisbury with its many attractions including the breath-taking Cathedral and lovely riverside walks. Station London Victoria Salisbury
Out 0845 1200
Return 2145 1830
Dining passengers will be served a breakfast or brunch and a evening meal.
Fares Pullman Style Dining Premier Dining First Class Premium Standard
£289 £219 £169 £119
FLYING SCOTSMAN FROM SALISBURY Saturday 1 st June 2019 Enjoy the thrill of travelling behind Flying Scotsman as we take passengers from Salisbury on a circular tour through Romsey and the Test Valley passing beautiful countryside as we go! Station Salisbury
Out 1500
Return 1730
Pullman Style Dining and Premier Dining passengers will be served a Champagne Cream Tea.
Fares Pullman Style Dining Premier Dining Premium Standard
£175 £129 SOLD OUT
FLYING SCOTSMAN SURREY HILLS MORNING TOUR / FLYING SCOTSMAN SURREY HILLS EVENING SUNSET TOUR / FLYING SCOTSMAN LONDON TO SALISBURY / FLYING SCOTSMAN FROM SALISBURY
FLYING SCOTSMAN LONDON TO SALISBURY
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LONDON TO CHESTER, LLANDUDNO, BANGOR & HOLYHEAD Thursday 6 th June 2019 Join us on an exciting day out to visit one of four interesting destinations. You can enjoy an extended stay in Chester to explore its historic city centre, walk around the Roman Walls, visit the Cathedral or take a stroll along the River Dee. Alternatively, continue along the beautiful North Wales coast and visit Llandudno with its pretty Victorian promenade and tram up to the Great Orme, or join a road coach from Llandudno to visit Bodnant Gardens, whose dazzling Laburnum Arch should be flowering when we visit (£25 supplement). Station London Euston Milton Keynes Rugby Lichfield Trent Valley Crewe Chester Llandudno Junction Bangor Holyhead
Out 0710 0745 0825 0900 1005 1035 1230 1250 1330
Return 2200 2055 2020 1945 1835 1805 1645 1620 1545
This trip will be diesel or electric hauled between London and Crewe in both directions.
Fares to North Wales Pullman Style Dining £279 Premier Dining £219 First Class £169 Premium Standard £119 Fares to or from Chester Pullman Style Dining £249 Premier Dining £189 First Class £139 Premium Standard £89
Thursday 13 th June 2019 What could be more enjoyable than a steam train trip around the beautiful Kent coast? This circular tour offers the leisurely pace of steam travel without the need to get off the train while taking in glorious views of the White Cliffs and English Channel. Station London Victoria Bromley South
Out 0845 0915
Return 1425 1355
Fares Pullman Style Dining Premier Dining First Class Premium Standard
£215 £165 £125 £79
WHITE CLIFFS EVENING TOUR Thursday 13 th June 2019 Sit back, relax and enjoy wonderful views of the White Cliffs, Dover Castle and the English Channel, with the option to treat yourself to an evening meal on board too. Station London Victoria Bromley South
Out 1730 1800
Return 2300 2230
Fares Pullman Style Dining Premier Dining First Class Premium Standard
£225 £175 £125 £79
LONDON TO CHESTER, LLANDUDNO, BANGOR & HOLYHEAD / WHITE CLIFFS MORNING TOUR / WHITE CLIFFS EVENING TOUR
WHITE CLIFFS MORNING TOUR
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LONDON TO THE ROMNEY HYTHE & DYMCHURCH RAILWAY & CANTERBURY Thursday 13 th June 2019 Enjoy a steam trip through Kent where you can alight at Folkestone and join an excursion to the Romney Hythe & Dymchurch Railway (£35pp supplement). Alternatively, continue your journey to Canterbury and enjoy an extended stay in the city to visit the World Heritage-listed cathedral, considered by many to be one of Europe’s finest. Station London Victoria Bromley South Folkestone Canterbury
Out 0845 0915 1115 1155
Return 2300 2230 2100 2010
Fares Pullman Style Dining Premier Dining First Class Premium Standard
£249 £189 £139 £89
CANTERBURY TO LONDON Thursday 13 th June 2019 Enjoy an unforgettable day out to Britain’s capital city. Many of London’s top attractions are easily accessible, including Buckingham Palace, The London Eye and Houses of Parliament to name but a few. Station Canterbury London Victoria
Out 1155 1425
Return 2010 1730
Fares Pullman Style Dining Premier Dining First Class Premium Standard
£249 £189 £139 £89
Thursday 20 th June 2019 This scenic midsummer trip offers you views of Salisbury Cathedral and the Avon Valley on the outward journey, and the Thames Valley on the return, as well as plenty of time to explore the cities of Bath or Bristol. Premier Dining and Pullman Style Dining passengers will be served a lunch on the outward journey and a light dinner on the return.
LONDON VICTORIA TO HASTINGS Saturday 22 nd June 2019 Join us on a trip to one of two charming coastal towns. Excursions to some of the other attractions in the area, including the Kent and East Sussex Railway and to Bodiam Castle are also available. Hastings is home to the remains of the first castle in England to be built by William the Conqueror, a preserved Old Town and the East Hill Lift, the steepest funicular railway in Britain. This trip will be diesel hauled between Eastbourne and Hastings. *Coach transfers to Hastings on the return journey to meet the train.
Station London Paddington Maidenhead Reading Bath Bristol
Out 1020 1100 1120 1425 1445
Fares Pullman Style Dining Premier Dining First Class Premium Standard
Station London Victoria Redhill Eastbourne Hastings
Out 1015 1115 1220 1300
Return 2100 2020 2000 1755 1735
£269 £209 £159 £109
Return 2000 1900 1600 * 1700
Fares to Eastbourne Pullman Style Dining £279 Premier Dining £219 First Class £169 Premium Standard £119 Fares to Hastings Pullman Style Dining £269 Premier Dining £209 First Class £159 Premium Standard £109
LONDON TO THE ROMNEY HYTHE & DYMCHURCH RAILWAY & CANTERBURY / CANTERBURY TO LONDON / LONDON PADDINGTON TO BATH & BRISTOL / LONDON VICTORIA TO HASTINGS
LONDON PADDINGTON TO BATH & BRISTOL
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LONDON & EAST ANGLIA TO LINCOLN Thursday 27 th June 2019 This unique trip offers passengers from East London and along the Great Eastern Main Line the chance to travel by steam to Lincoln, an ancient city boasting a castle, cathedral and excellent shops and restaurants. Station Stratford (London) Shenfield Chelmsford Colchester Ipswich Bury St Edmunds Ely Lincoln
Out 0630 0655 0715 0745 0830 0900 1010 1230
Return 2220 2130 2110 2045 2015 1940 1910 1600
This trip will be diesel hauled between Peterborough and Stratford on the return journey.
Fares Pullman Style Dining Premier Dining First Class Premium Standard
£269 £209 £159 £109
Fares to Ely Pullman Style Dining Premier Dining First Class Premium Standard
£225 £175 £125 £79
Fares from Ely Pullman Style Dining Premier Dining First Class Premium Standard
£249 £189 £139 £89
Dining passengers travelling to or from Ely will receive a reduced meal service on the return journey.
Station London Paddington Slough Twyford Reading Salisbury Stourhead Sherborne Yeovil Railway Centre
Out 0900 0930 0950 1000 1200 1245 1315 1330
Return 2100 2030 2000 1945 1800 1715 1655 1640
Sunday 14 th July 2019 Join us for this wonderful summer trip, celebrating the 25th Anniversary of the Yeovil Railway Centre opening, with the option to visit Salisbury, Sherborne or Stourhead House. Fares Pullman Style Dining Premier Dining First Class Premium Standard
£269 £209 £159 £109
To Salisbury £249 £181 £139 £89
SOUTHEND TO WINCHESTER Thursday 18 th July 2019 Settle in and enjoy fantastic views of the countryside as we make our way to the scenic South Downs National Park as we head to England’s ancient capital. Winchester’s architecture is exquisite, from the handsome Elizabethan and Regency buildings in the narrow streets to the wondrous cathedral at its heart. Station Southend East Upminster Barking Stratford Winchester
Out 0905 0940 0955 1015 1410
Return 2150 2115 2100 2045 1710
Fares Pullman Style Dining Premier Dining First Class Premium Standard
£269 £209 £159 £109
This trip will be diesel hauled between West London and Southend on the return journey.
LONDON & EAST ANGLIA TO LINCOLN / LONDON TO SALISBURY, SHERBORNE & YEOVIL / SOUTHEND TO WINCHESTER
LONDON TO SALISBURY, SHERBORNE & YEOVIL
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LONDON TO PORTSMOUTH & THE ISLE OF WIGHT Saturday 20 th July 2019 A glorious summer’s day out to maritime Portsmouth with its world-class visitor attractions, or hop on the ferry over to the Isle of Wight. Here, you can spend the afternoon at your leisure, visit the magnificent Osborne House (£30 supplement) or enjoy a trip on the award-winning Isle of Wight Steam Railway (£30 supplement). Dining passengers will receive a 2 or 3 course meal depending whether they are alighting at Woking or London Waterloo.
Station London Victoria/Waterloo Wimbledon Woking Portsmouth Harbour Isle of Wight
Out 0830 0900 0945 1145 1250 *
Return 2215 – 2130 1955 1900 *
Fares Portsmouth Isle of Wight Pullman Style Dining £249 £269 Premier Dining £189 £209 First Class £139 £159 Premium Standard £89 £109
* D ifferent ferry timings can be requested at time of booking.
HAMPSHIRE AFTERNOON TOUR FROM PORTSMOUTH Saturday 20 th July 2019 After the success of our inaugural trip last year we are pleased to announce we will be repeating this itinerary which takes in fabulous views of the Test Valley and Wiltshire countryside as we make our way towards Salisbury. Station Portsmouth & Southsea
Out 1340
Return 1825
This trip will feature a mixture of steam and vintage diesel haulage.
Fares Pullman Style Dining Premier Dining First Class Premium Standard
£149 £125 £85 £49
Thursday 1 st August 2019 This trip offers something for everyone as we make our way to Gloucester with its stunning Cathedral, Lydney and the picturesque Dean Forest Railway (supplement applies), Chepstow with its magnificent castle or vibrant Cardiff with its revitalised waterfront. This trip will be diesel hauled between Newport and Cardiff in one direction.
Station London Paddington Maidenhead Reading Swindon Gloucester Lydney (Dean Forest) Chepstow Cardiff
Out 0920 0955 1015 1150 1255 1330 1345 1430
Fares
Gloucester
Pullman Style Dining Premier Dining First Class Premium Standard
£249 £189 £139 £89
Return 2245 2205 2145 2020 1920 1850 1835 1740
Lydney/ Cardiff Chepstow £269 £279 £209 £219 £159 £169 £109 £119
LONDON TO STRATFORD-UPON-AVON Saturday 3 rd August 2019 Travel from London by steam to Birmingham or Stratford-upon-Avon, Shakespeare’s birthplace which boasts pretty churches, lovely river walks as well as an array of quaint shops. Station London Euston Milton Keynes Northampton Rugby Birmingham New Street Stratford-on-Avon
Out 0740 0850 0925 0955 1230 1320
Return 2200 2100 2020 1945 1745 1640
Fares to Stratford-on-Avon Pullman Style Dining £269 Premier Dining £209 First Class £159 Premium Standard £109 Fares to Birmingham Pullman Style Dining £259 Premier Dining £199 First Class £149 Premium Standard £99
LONDON TO PORTSMOUTH & THE ISLE OF WIGHT / HAMPSHIRE AFTERNOON TOUR FROM PORTSMOUTH / LONDON TO GLOUCESTER, LYDNEY, CHEPSTOW & CARDIFF / LONDON TO STRATFORD-UPON-AVON
LONDON TO GLOUCESTER, LYDNEY, CHEPSTOW & CARDIFF
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LONDON & SURREY TO BOURNEMOUTH & WEYMOUTH Thursday 15 th August 2019 Station West Brompton Clapham Junction Cheam Leatherhead Clandon Guildford Haslemere Bournemouth Weymouth
Out 0740 0805 0840 0900 0920 0930 1000 1250 1340
Return 2300 2250 2215 2200 2140 2130 2100 1830 1725
A perfect destination for a summer’s day out to one of two fabulous seaside towns Bournemouth, with its long sandy beaches and Weymouth with it’s bustling harbour and cafes. Bournemouth Fares Pullman Style Dining £259 Premier Dining £199 First Class £149 Premium Standard £99
Weymouth
£269 £209 £159 £109
LONDON TO CAMBRIDGE, ELY & GREAT YARMOUTH Saturday 31 st August 2019 A glorious summer day out in Cambridge, or continue on to Ely with its magnificent Cathedral or Great Yarmouth with its fabulous beaches and afternoon on the waterfront. Station London Kings Cross Hertford North Stevenage Cambridge Ely Great Yarmouth
Out 0945 1025 1045 1135 1230 1445
Return 2200 2130 2010 2000 1935 1715
This trip will be diesel hauled between Norwich and Great Yarmouth in one direction.
Fares
Cambridge
Ely
Great Yarmouth
Pullman Style Dining Premier Dining First Class Premium Standard
£199 £159 £109 £69
£225 £175 £125 £79
£269 £209 £159 £109
Reduced fares are available for boarding at Cambridge or Ely.
Saturday 14 th September 2019 This stunning journey never fails to disappoint, with its dramatic backdrop, beautiful scenery and the many viaducts we cross including the famous Ribblehead Viaduct. One not to be missed! Station London Euston Milton Keynes Rugby Lichfield Trent Valley Crewe Carlisle
Out 0710 0745 0825 0900 0935 1240
Return 2225 2125 2055 2015 1930 1425
Fares Pullman Style Dining Premier Dining First Class Premium Standard
£279 £219 £169 £119
This trip will be electric or diesel hauled between London and Carnforth on the outward journey, and from Blackburn to London on the return journey.
LONDON VICTORIA TO LEEDS CASTLE & CANTERBURY Thursday 19 th September 2019 Make the most of the last of the summer sun on this trip through the Garden of England, which returns to London via the stunning White Cliffs of Dover. You can either visit Leeds Castle ‘the loveliest castle in the World’ during its Festival of Flowers or the city of Canterbury, home to one of England’s oldest cathedrals. Station London Victoria Bromley South Leeds Castle Canterbury West
Out 1000 1035 1200 1240
Return 2000 1930 1540 1640
Fares to Canterbury Pullman Style Dining £259 Premier Dining £199 First Class £149 Premium Standard £99
Passengers travelling to Leeds Castle will be transferred by road coach to the castle from a nearby train station and back to Canterbury to rejoin the train. £30 supplement for Leeds Castle.
LONDON & SURREY TO BOURNEMOUTH & WEYMOUTH / LONDON TO CAMBRIDGE, ELY & GREAT YARMOUTH/ LONDON TO THE SETTLE & CARLISLE RAILWAY / LONDON VICTORIA TO LEEDS CASTLE & CANTERBURY
LONDON TO THE SETTLE & CARLISLE RAILWAY
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LONDON PADDINGTON TO WINCHESTER, CHICHESTER & LITTLEHAMPTON Sunday 22 nd September 2019 Board the train at London Paddington, Slough, Reading, Basingstoke or Winchester.
LONDON VICTORIA TO CORFE CASTLE & SWANAGE Thursday 26 th September 2019 Board the train at London Victoria, Egham, Woking or Basingstoke.
CHILTERN & SURREY HILLS LUNCHTIME TOUR Sunday 29 th September 2019 Board the train at London Victoria for a scenic circular tour that includes both the Chiltern Hills and Surrey Hills before returning to London by late afternoon.
THE BLUEBELL RAILWAY TO OXFORD & WORCESTER Saturday 5th October 2019 Board the train at Sheffield Park, East Grinstead or Oxford for the much anticipated first steam hauled charter from the Bluebell Railway.
Nothing quite evokes the memory of the bygone era than the sight, sound and smell of a steam engine. We use a number of different steam locomotives to haul our trips. Take a look at our website to see which locomotive is rostered for each day trip. • A 3 Class 60103 Flying Scotsman • A 4 Class 60009 Union of South Africa • B 1 Class 61306 Mayflower • Jubilee Class locomotives, 45699 Galatea, 45596 Bahamas and 45690 Leander • M erchant Navy Class 35018 British India Line • P rincess Coronation Class 46233 Duchess of Sutherland • P rincess Royal Class 6201 Princess Elizabeth • S tanier Black Fives including 45212, 44871 and 45407 • S tanier 8F 45151
LONDON PADDINGTON TO WINCHESTER, CHICHESTER & LITTLEHAMPTON / LONDON VICTORIA TO CORFE CASTLE & SWANAGE / CHILTERN & SURREY HILLS LUNCHTIME TOUR / THE BLUEBELL RAILWAY TO OXFORD & WORCESTER / LOCOMOTIVES
LOCOMOTIVES
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BOARDING STATIONS & DESTINATIONS Andover
Tuesday 16 th April
Ascot Barking
Thursday 23 rd May Saturday 23 rd March Thursday 18 th July Thursday 7 th March Thursday 4 th April
Basingstoke
Tuesday 16 th April Sunday 22 nd September Bath Barking Bicester Village Bishops Lydeard Birmingham New Street Bournemouth Bracknell Brighton Bristol Bromley South
Thursday 26 th September Tuesday 16 th April Saturday 23 rd March Thursday 18 th July Thursday 4 th April Thursday 16 th April Saturday 3 rd August Thursday 4 th April Thursday 15 th August Thursday 23 rd May Saturday 22 nd June Tuesday 16 th April Thursday 13 th June Thursday 13 th June Thursday 13 th June
Bury St Edmunds Cambridge Canterbury Cheam Chelmsford Chester Chinnor Clandon Clapham Junction Colchester
Thursday 19 th September Thursday 27 th June Saturday 31 st August Thursday 13 th June Thursday 15 th August Thursday 27 th June Thursday 6 th June Thursday 4 th April Thursday 15 th August Thursday 15 th August Thursday 11 th April Thursday 27 th June
Bath, Bristol & The West Somerset Railway Cheltenham & Worcester Bluebell Railway Winchester Salisbury, Bath & Bristol Bournemouth & Weymouth Bath, Bristol & The West Somerset Railway Winchester, Chichester & Littlehampton Corfe Castle & Swanage The West Somerset Railway The Bluebell Railway Winchester Bournemouth & Weymouth The West Somerset Railway Stratford-Upon-Avon Weymouth Weymouth Cheltenham & Worcester Hastings The West Somerset Railway White Cliffs Morning Tour White Cliffs Evening Tour Canterbury, Folkestone & The Romney Hythe & Dymnchurch Railway Leeds Castle & Canterbury Lincoln Ely & Great Yarmouth London Victoria Bournemouth & Weymouth Lincoln Llandudno, Bangor & Holyhead Bournemouth & Weymouth Bournemouth & Weymouth Bournemouth & Weymouth Norwich & Mid Norfolk Railway Lincoln
Crewe
Thursday 6 th June
Exeter St David's Gloucester Goring & Streatley Guildford Haslemere Hertford North Inverness Ipswich Kemble Leatherhead Lewes Lichfield Trent Valley
Saturday 14 th September 6th - 11 th September Saturday 5 th October Thursday 7 th March Thursday 26 th September Thursday 27 th June Saturday 31 st August Saturday 4 th May Thursday 1 st August Thursday 4 th April Thursday 15th August Thursday 15 th August Saturday 31 st August Saturday 11 th May Thursday 27 th June Thursday 23 rd May Thursday 15 th August Saturday 22nd June Thursday 6 th June
Lincoln Maidenhead
Saturday 14 th September Sunday 26 th May Tuesday 16 th April
Dublin East Grinstead Egham Ely
Thursday 20 th June Thursday 1 st August Milton Keynes
Newbury Northampton Norwich Oxford Oxford Parkway Peterborough Portsmouth & Southsea
Saturday 30 th March Thursday 6 th June Saturday 3 rd August Saturday 14 th September Saturday 4 th May Saturday 30 th March Saturday 3rd August Thursday 11 th April Saturday 5 th October Thursday 4 th April Sunday 26 th May Saturday 20 th July
Chester, Llandudno, Bangor & Holyhead The Settle & Carlisle Railway The Emerald Isle Express Oxford & Worcester Salisbury, Bath & Bristol Corfe Castle & Swanage Lincoln Great Yarmouth Paignton & Dartmouth Cardiff Bournemouth & Weymouth Bournemouth & Weymouth Bournemouth & Weymouth Cambridge, Ely & Great Yarmouth Dunrobin Castle Lincoln Worcester Bournemouth & Weymouth Hastings Chester, Llandudno, Bangor & Holyhead The Settle & Carlisle Railway York Bath, Bristol & The West Somerset Railway Bath & Bristol Gloucester, Lydney, Chepstow & Cardiff Severn Valley Railway & Worcester Chester, Llandudno, Bangor & Holyhead Birmingham & Stratford-upon-Avon The Settle & Carlisle Railway Exeter, Paignton & Dartmouth Severn Valley Railway & Worcester Birmingham & Stratford-upon-Avon Mid Norfolk Railway Worcester Bournemouth & Weymouth Lincoln & York Hampshire Countryside tour
Potters Bar Princes Risborough Rainham Reading
Sunday 26 th May Thursday 4 th April Saturday 23 rd March Tuesday 16 th April Saturday 4 th May Thursday 23 rd May Thursday 20 th June Sunday 14 th July Thursday 1 st August
Rugby
Saturday 30 th March Thursday 6 th June
Salisbury
Sheffield Park Shenfield Slough
Southend East Staines Stevenage Stratford (London)
Swindon
Saturday 3 rd August Saturday 14 th September Thursday 7 th March Tuesday 16 th April Saturday 1 st June Sunday 14 th July Saturday 5 th October Thursday 27 th June Saturday 4 th May Sunday 14 th July Sunday 22 nd September Saturday 23 rd March Thursday 18 th July Thursday 23 rd May Sunday 26 th May Saturday 31 st August Saturday 23 rd March Thursday 27 th June Thursday 18 th July Saturday 4 th May Thursday 1 st August
Twyford Upminster West Brompton Wimbledon Woking
London Euston
London Kings Cross London Liverpool Street London Paddington
Tuesday 16 th April Sunday 14 th July Thursday 18 th July Thursday 15 th August Saturday 20 th July Thursday 7 th March Saturday 20 th July Thursday 26 th September Saturday 30th March Thursday 6th June Saturday 3rd August Saturday 14th September Sunday 26th May Saturday 31st August Thursday 11th April Saturday 4th May Thursday 20th June Sunday 14th July Thursday 1st August Sunday 22nd September
London Victoria
Thursday Thursday Thursday Thursday
7th March 9th May 23rd May 30th May
Thursday 30th May Saturday 1st June Thursday 13th June Thursday 13th June Thursday 13th June Saturday 22nd June Saturday 20th July Thursday 19th September Thursday 26th September Sunday 29th September
Bath, Bristol & The West Somerset Railway Salisbury, Sherborne & Yeovil Winchester Bournemouth & Weymouth Portsmouth & Isle of Wight Salisbury, Bath & Bristol Portsmouth & Isle of Wight Corfe Castle & Swanage Severn Valley Railway & Worcester Chester, Llandudno, Bangor & Holyhead Birmingham & Stratford-upon-Avon The Settle & Carlisle Railway Lincoln & York Cambridge, Ely & Great Yarmouth Bressingham Gardens, Norwich & Mid Norfolk Railway Exeter, Paignton & Dartmouth Bath & Bristol Salisbury, Sherborne, Yeovil Gloucester, Lydney, Chepstow & Cardiff Winchester, Chichester & Littlehampton Salisbury, Bath & Bristol Highlands & Islands Explorer Cheltenham & Worcester Flying Scotsman Surrey Hills Morning Tour Flying Scotsman Surrey Hills Sunset Tour Flying Scotsman to Salisbury White Cliffs Morning Tour White Cliffs Evening Tour Canterbury, Folkestone & The Romney Hythe & Dymchurch Railway Hastings Portsmouth & Isle of Wight Leeds Castle & Canterbury Corfe Castle & Swanage Chilten Hills & Surrey Hills Lunchtime Tour
BOARDING STATIONS & DESTINATIONS
Sunday 22 nd September
Lincoln & York Bournemouth & Weymouth The Bluebell Railway Bath, Bristol & The West Somerset Railway Exeter, Paignton & Dartmouth Cheltenham & Worcester Bath & Bristol Salisbury, Sherborne & Yeovil Gloucester, Lydney, Chepstow & Cardiff Winchester, Chichester & Littlehampton Severn Valley Railway & Worcester Chester, Llandudno, Bangor & Holyhead Stratford-upon-Avon The Settle & Carlisle Railway Bristol Bristol & The West Somerset Railway Flying Scotsman Circular Sherborne & Yeovil Oxford & Worcester Lincoln Exeter, Paignton & Dartmouth Salisbury, Sherborne & Yeovil Winchester, Chichester & Littlehampton The Bluebell Railway Winchester Cheltenham & Worcester Lincoln & York Ely & Great Yarmouth The Bluebell Railway Lincoln Winchester Exeter, Paignton & Dartmouth Gloucester, Lydney, Chepstow & Cardiff
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TERMS & CONDITIONS General Conditions The Steam Dreams Rail Co. (hereon referred to as ‘Steam Dreams’) will use its best efforts to ensure that the proposed locomotives, coaching stock, route and times, all of which are dependent on third parties, run as advertised but we reserve the right to amend or cancel any part of the tour at any time. Steam Dreams cannot accept any responsibility for the action of third parties and strongly recommends that all passengers take out travel/cancellation insurance. Charges apply should passengers need to cancel or postpone their trip for whatever reason, whether their plans change due to ill-health, travel issues or weather conditions. To avoid disappointment or unnecessary expense, passengers are advised not to pre-book transport links or accommodation, unless the costs associated with cancelling these arrangements are covered by the passenger’s own insurance, as Steam Dreams cannot be held liable for additional costs incurred in passenger’s travel plans. Timings Final timings and platform numbers are confirmed by Network Rail leading up to each trip, advertised times in brochures and online are best estimates. Steam Dreams will use its best endeavours to ensure the boarding/ alighting stations listed in its brochure and website are those which are used on the day. Occasionally it is not possible for Network Rail’s final timings to include one or more of the stations we have requested. In these circumstances, Steam Dreams will take responsibility for arranging travel at no additional cost to/from passenger’s chosen boarding/alighting station to an alternative station where the train stops (usually by service train or road coach). Steam Availability Steam Dreams will use its best efforts to provide steam traction on trips rostered for steam haulage, for the sector(s) advertised as such, but this cannot be guaranteed. On occasion, a diesel or electric locomotive may be substituted, mainly due to fire risk, drought, route restrictions or locomotive failure. All steam locomotives are subject to a Fitness to Run (FTR) exam 24 hours prior to running on the main line, which means it is sometimes necessary for a substitute
to be made at the last minute. On some tours it may be necessary for a part of the journey to be diesel or electric hauled; where possible this will be made clear at the time of booking but it may be necessary for changes to be made at a later stage for operational reasons. If, for reasons beyond our control, a trip that was due to feature steam haulage has no steam locomotive for the duration of the trip a partial refund of £15 in Premium Standard, £20 in First Class, £25 in Premier Dining and £30 in Pullman Style Dining may be offered. Alternatively, we may offer a discount for treble this amount to be used against a future trip. The nature of the compensation must be agreed on the date of the trip, otherwise the discount will be issued. Bookings made wholly using a Steam Dreams voucher, third party voucher or discount with no additional payments are not eligible for a refund and may only be offered the discount option. Diesel or Electric Assistance On steam hauled trips, a diesel or electric engine may be included in the train in addition to the steam locomotive and at times be required to provide assistance; no compensation will be offered in this instance.
frames and mobility scooters to be stored on-board for use off the train must be of the fold-up variety. In the event of any uncertainty, we would advise passengers to discuss their requirements with the Booking Office at the time of booking to avoid disappointment. Catering on board Steam Dreams will endeavour to ensure delivery of the catering service to each class as listed in our publicity material. On-board service and meals are dependent on our train timetable for each day with consideration given to departure timings, booked stops and other factors and therefore may be subject to revisions from what has been advertised. Steam Dreams will endeavour to cater for dietary requirements when notified at least one week in advance, but cannot guarantee that all our food will be totally free of specific allergens (such as nut, garlic or gluten) as it is prepared and cooked in kitchens where traces of allergens may be found. Conditions of Carriage During the trip passengers are required to observe the conditions of carriage listed below;
Traveller Health Conditions Steam Dreams use heritage carriages from the 1950’s & 60’s and are unable to provide step free access to board our train. Passengers must be able to step up into the carriage from platform level and walk through multiple carriages to their allocated seat unassisted. Due to restrictive access to seating areas and toilets, it is not possible for walking frames, wheelchairs and mobility scooters to be used on-board the train.
• P assengers must observe all instructions provided to them either in writing or verbally by staff or volunteers from Steam Dreams, Network Rail or any Train Operating Company prior to or during the journey.
Passengers booked on optional excursions must be able to board a road coach and walk up to 500 yards. Some excursion venues may not feature step free access and passengers may be required to walk up several flights of steps.
• P assengers shall not be verbally or physically abusive to staff or other passengers.
Passengers with mobility difficulties or with a mobility aid to store must make Steam Dreams aware at least one week prior to the date of the tour. Wheelchairs, walking
• P assengers shall not hinder the safe operation of the train or the railway in any way. • P assengers shall not smoke on-board the train or at stations; this includes the use of e-cigarettes.
In the event that these conditions are breached Steam Dreams reserves the right to remove the offending passenger(s) from the train. In the event of passengers being removed from the train for breaking these conditions no refund or compensation shall be offered.
In addition to the above conditions of carriage all journeys on the railway are also subject to the Railway Byelaws. Payment All bookings may be paid for by debit or credit cards. Other payment methods including paying by bank transfer, cash or cheque* are available for telephone bookings only, although cleared funds must be received at least 14 days prior to travel. Cash payments may be made by arrangement with the Booking Office or on-train staff. *We are unable to accept bookings to be paid by cheque less than 21 days prior to departure.
Customer Cancellation Should the customer choose to cancel their booked trip for whatever reason, the following charges will apply: • U p to 2 months prior to the day of travel - 15% fee (or loss of deposit) • B etween 2 months and 1 month prior to the day of travel - 25% fee (or loss of deposit) • B etween 1 month and 14 days prior to the day of travel - 50% fee • W ithin 14 days of travel - 100% fee. Customer Transfers Should the customer choose to transfer from one booked trip to another for whatever reason, the following charges will apply:
Vouchers All Steam Dreams vouchers and third party vouchers must be redeemed against a booking through the Booking Office by telephone and cannot be used for online bookings or on-board purchases. In the event of a customer cancellation, the charges in the cancellation/transfer conditions stated below will apply. Vouchers are non-refundable. In the event of a booking paid for by voucher being cancelled by Steam Dreams or the customer the remaining value, after any charges, may only be transferred into a new Steam Dreams voucher valid for one year.
• Up to 2 months before travel - 10% fee (or loss of deposit)
Third party vouchers may only be redeemed on particular trips, as specified by Steam Dreams.
• On or after the day of travel - bookings are non-transferable.
Discounts & Credit Notes Discounts and credit notes must be redeemed through the Booking Office by telephone and may only be used against bookings
• B etween 2 months and 1 month prior to the day of travel - 20% fee (or loss of deposit) • B etween 1 month and 14 days prior to the day of travel - 30% fee (or loss of deposit) • B etween 14 days and 48 hours prior to the day of travel - 50% fee • B etween 48 hours prior to the day of travel and the day of travel - 75% fee
Customer Booking Amendments Steam Dreams does not charge for changes of passenger name, catering requirements, boarding or alighting point or other alterations that make no changes to booking value.
Should the customer choose to amend their booking to a higher priced ticket, add additional passengers or optional extras no additional fee will be levied, beyond the revised cost of the booking. Should the customer choose to change their class of travel, destination, boarding point or otherwise change to a lower priced ticket the above fees for customer transfers will apply. Should the customer choose to cancel one or more seats or optional extras on a booking the above fees for customer cancellation apply. Steam Dreams Cancellation Should Steam Dreams cancel a tour in its entirety for any reason before the start of the journey, customers may be offered the opportunity to transfer to an alternative trip or receive a full refund of any card, bank transfer, cheque or cash payments made directly on the booking. Any payments by voucher, discount or credit note are subject to the restrictions detailed in the appropriate above sections. Cancellation may occur at any time for a variety of reasons including but not limited to locomotive availability, crew availability, pathing, adverse weather and engineering works.
TERMS & CONDITIONS
Deposits Deposits may be taken on telephone bookings, a minimum 50% deposit is required at the time of booking with the balance to be paid in full 2 months prior to departure. Steam Dreams reserves the right to cancel, without warning, any bookings where full payment has not been received 2 month prior to departure. All deposits are non-transferrable or refundable, even if a subsequent payment has been made for the full balance.
made after the date of issue and cannot be retrospectively added to any previous bookings. In the event of a customer cancellation, any discount or credit note will not be reinstated for future use. In the event of cancellation by Steam Dreams any discounts or credit notes issued as a form of compensation will be reinstated with one additional year for use; all other discounts and credit notes will be considered null and void.
Steam Dreams cannot accept any liability for additional costs incurred due to cancellation. During your time with us, please bring any problems you may experience to the attention of the on-board management so that we can attempt to rectify them where possible. Complaints received retrospectively, relating to issues not raised at the time that could have been resolved during the day of travel will be considered closed. Brochure Accuracy This brochure was printed in January 2019. We have done all we can to ensure that it is accurate, but due to any changes made by suppliers or human error, information may alter after publication or may be unintentionally incorrect. Please find our full Terms & Conditions on our website: www.SteamDreams.co.uk
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Date Thursday 7 th March 2019 Saturday 23 rd March 2019 Saturday 30 March 2019 th
Thursday 4 th April 2019 Thursday 11 th April 2019 Thursday 11 th April 2019 Tuesday 16 th April 2019 Tuesday 16 th April 2019 Saturday 4 th May 2019 Thursday 23 rd May 2019 Sunday 26 May 2019 Thursday 9 th May 2019 – Friday 17 th May 2019 Friday 6 th September 2019 – Wednesday 11 th September 2019 th
Thursday 30 th May 2019 Thursday 30 th May 2019 Saturday 1 st June 2019 Saturday 1 st June 2019 Thursday 6 June 2019 th
Thursday 13 th June 2019 Thursday 13 th June 2019 Thursday 13 th June 2019
Trip LONDON TO SALISBURY, BATH & BRISTOL SOUTHEND TO THE BLUEBELL RAILWAY – NEW FOR 2019 LONDON TO THE SEVERN VALLEY RAILWAY & WORCESTER CHINNOR & PRINCES RISBOROUGH RAILWAY TO BOURNEMOUTH & POOLE – NEW FOR 2019 LONDON TO BRESSINGHAM GARDENS – NEW FOR 2019 LONDON TO NORWICH, DEREHAM & THE MID NORFOLK RAILWAY BERKSHIRE & HAMPSHIRE TO BATH & BRISTOL BERKSHIRE, HAMPSHIRE & WILTSHIRE TO THE WEST SOMERSET RAILWAY LONDON TO EXETER, PAIGNTON & DARTMOUTH LONDON TO CHELTENHAM & WORCESTER LONDON TO LINCOLN & YORK THE HIGHLANDS & ISLANDS EXPLORER FEATURING FLYING SCOTSMAN THE EMERALD ISLE CRAIC EXPRESS TO THE WILD ATLANTIC WAY
FLYING SCOTSMAN SURREY HILLS MORNING TOUR FLYING SCOTSMAN SURREY HILLS EVENING SUNSET TOUR FLYING SCOTSMAN LONDON TO SALISBURY FLYING SCOTSMAN FROM SALISBURY LONDON TO CHESTER, LLANDUDNO, BANGOR & HOLYHEAD WHITE CLIFFS MORNING TOUR WHITE CLIFFS EVENING TOUR LONDON TO ROMNEY HYTHE & DYMCHURCH RAILWAY & CANTERBURY
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Trip CANTERBURY TO LONDON LONDON PADDINGTON TO BATH & BRISTOL LONDON VICTORIA TO HASTINGS LONDON & EAST ANGLIA TO LINCOLN LONDON TO SALISBURY, SHERBORNE & YEOVIL SOUTHEND TO WINCHESTER LONDON TO PORTSMOUTH & THE ISLE OF WIGHT HAMPSHIRE AFTERNOON TOUR FROM PORTSMOUTH LONDON TO GLOUCESTER, LYDNEY, CHEPSTOW & CARDIFF LONDON TO STRATFORD-UPON-AVON LONDON & SURREY TO BOURNEMOUTH & WEYMOUTH LONDON TO CAMBRIDGE, ELY & GREAT YARMOUTH LONDON TO THE SETTLE & CARLISLE RAILWAY LONDON VICTORIA TO LEEDS CASTLE & CANTERBURY LONDON PADDINGTON TO WINCHESTER, CHICHESTER & LITTLEHAMPTON LONDON VICTORIA TO CORFE CASTLE & SWANAGE CHILTERN & SURREY HILLS LUNCHTIME TOUR THE BLUEBELL RAILWAY TO OXFORD & WORCESTER
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Saturday 20 th July 2019 10 Saturday 20 th July 2019 11 Thursday 1 st August 2019 12
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Thursday 15 th August 2019
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Saturday 31 st August 2019
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Saturday 14 th September 2019
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Thursday 19 th September 2019
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