DELIGHTFUL JOURNEYS BY STEAM Summer, Autumn and Christmas Day Trips Programme 2018
Holidays by Steam, Highlands and Islands, Angel of the North, Emerald Isle Craic Express
WELCOME ON BOARD Sit back, relax and let the romance of steam travel whisk you away to a bygone era as you travel through the UK and beyond. With a vast array of trips across beautiful rolling countryside The Steam Dreams Rail Co. will treat you to an experience to treasure forever. Whether you choose to join us on a visit to one of the UK’s magnificent Cathedral Cities, a coastal town or even a steamhauled holiday around the British Isles - your journey will be truly memorable. Whilst travelling with us passengers can choose to dine in 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.
New for 2018 With warm summer days and long, light evenings beckoning now is the time to think about joining us on one of our many trips. As well as old favourites we have introduced a number of new and exciting itineraries this year including a summer visit to the Isle of Wight Steam Railway (page 6) or the magnificent Chatsworth House (page 24) and Blenheim Palace (Page 31), as well as London to Salisbury via the Arun Valley (page 21) and after a few years gap we will be visiting the Settle and Carlisle railway from Hertfordshire and stations along the Midland Main line (page 22).
Remember, it is an adventure!
All fares quoted in this brochure are based on an adult return ticket, but special tickets for the under 30s and families are also available. We also offer a group discount of 10% for groups of 10 passengers or more. For booking a large group or to take advantage of our under 30s and family tickets please speak to the Booking Office.
A trip on The Cathedrals Express is always an adventure and like any train, vintage or modern, we are dependent on third parties such as Network Rail, our Train Operating Company, locomotive owners and of course the good old British weather! Our full Terms and Conditions (page 42 & 43) outline how we deal with any given situation – we take pride in always ensuring that whatever the day has in store we will make it fun, give passengers an enjoyable day out and provide unbeatable on-board service.
Gift Vouchers Why not treat your loved ones to a Steam Dreams gift voucher to use on a day trip of their choice? Vouchers can be personalised with a printed message and are available in a range of values from £50.
Rostered Locomotive The rostered loco that is shown, is the one planned to haul the train on a particular date at the time of going to print. Rostered locos might change, and alterations will be updated on the website.
WELCOME ON BOARD
Family Tickets and Groups
The Isle of Wight – Page 6
Chatsworth House – Page 24
For more details about any of the trips listed in this brochure, please call our Booking Office on 01483 or visit the website at
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www.SteamDreams.co.uk Holidays by Steam – Pages 34 to 39
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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.
First Class Passengers are seated in compartments for up to six people or in 1960s open carriages at tables for four. Champagne and orange juice is served shortly after boarding, along with tea and coffee. Homemade 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. In both non-dining classes our waiting staff will be at your service throughout the journey to take orders for the purchase of food and drink from our on-board selection, all served to your table. You are also welcome to bring your own food and drink on-board.
DINING ON BOARD
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 PORTSMOUTH & THE ISLE OF WIGHT Saturday 2 nd June 2018
PORTSMOUTH TO SALISBURY Saturday 2 nd June 2018
This new itinerary takes you out of London and along the line affectionately known as the ‘Pompey Direct’ to Portsmouth. Here, you can choose to spend around 8 hours exploring the vibrant city of Portsmouth or take the Ferry to Isle of Wight for the afternoon.
Travel on the first ever Cathedrals Express from Portsmouth to Salisbury! The trip will head west, offering views of the Spinnaker Tower before following the Test Valley and continuing through the Hampshire and Wiltshire countryside to Salisbury. You will have a short break to enjoy a riverside walk to the Cathedral or explore the historic city centre.
Rostered Locomotive: Black 5 45212.
Rostered Locomotive: Black 5 45212.
Station Out Return 0830 2210 London * 0900 N/A Wimbledon** Woking 0945 2135 Portsmouth Harbour 1130 1955 * Departs from London Victoria, returns to London Waterloo. **Pick up only Fares IOW*** P’mouth Pullman Style Dining £269 £249 Premier Dining £209 £189 First Class £159 £139 Premium Standard £109 £89 Passengers travelling in Pullman Style and Premier Dining between Portsmouth and Woking will receive a 2 course evening meal. *** Includes ferry transfer to IOW.
Station Portsmouth & Southsea Salisbury Fares Pullman Style Dining Premier Dining First Class Premium Standard
Out 1340 1525
Return 1825 1635
£199 £159 £109 £69
Pullman Style Dining and Premier Dining passengers will be served a light lunch on the outward journey and a cream tea on the return journey. This trip will be vintage diesel hauled between Portsmouth and Salisbury and steam on the return as far as Eastleigh.
Sunday 10 th June 2018 A very popular trip taking in the beauty of the countryside as we travel through Hampshire and Wiltshire before arriving at Exeter. You can choose to spend time here or remain on the train as it follows one of the most scenic railways adjacent to the English Channel at Dawlish and along the Exe Estuary to the sandy beaches at Paignton and on to the Torbay Steam Railway to Kingswear for transfer across the estuary by ferry to Dartmouth. Rostered Locomotive: 60009 Union of South Africa or Black 5 45212. Station London Paddington Slough Twyford Reading Swindon Taunton Exeter St Davids Paigton Kingswear for Dartmouth
Out 0715 0740 0800 0810 0855 1025 1120 1200
Return 2330 2255 2240 2230 2120 1830 1800 1715
1240
1630
Vintage diesel between London and Taunton on outward journey.
Fares Pullman Style Dining Premier Dining First Class Premium standard
£279 £219 £169 £119
Exeter to Kingswear Pullman Style Dining £249 Premier Dining £189 First Class £139 Premium standard £89
LONDON TO PORTSMOUTH & ISLE OF WIGHT / PORTSMOUTH TO SALISBURY / LONDON TO EXETER, TORBAY & DARTMOUTH
LONDON TO EXETER, TORBAY & DARTMOUTH
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LONDON TO CARDIFF Thursday 14 th June 2018 Steaming west from Paddington our journey takes us through the Thames valley along ‘Brunel’s masterpiece’ before heading to Uffington where we will pass the famous “White Horses”. Once in Cardiff, there will be plenty of opportunity to enjoy the rich culture and diverse range of influences. The city centre provides an excellent mix of old and new, with the imposing Castle, beautiful Llandaff Cathedral and the lovely National History Museum sitting alongside modern shopping districts, the harbour and the new Millennium Stadium. Rostered Locomotive: 60009 Union of South Africa or Black 5 45212. Station London Paddington Slough Reading Swindon Cardiff
Out 0920 0945 1030 1145 1430
Return 2140 2100 2040 1845 1645
Steam hauled throughout. There will be a reduced meal service for diners joining at Swindon on return journey.
Fares Pullman Style Dining Premier Dining First Class Premium standard
£249 £209 £159 £109
Monday 18 th June 2018 Join the World’s most famous steam locomotive on a day trip from London Victoria. It will be a spectacular journey as this magnificent loco follows the West Coast main line, stopping at Milton Keynes before continuing on to Preston. From Preston we return on a modern Virgin service in standard class to Milton Keynes and London Euston. Alternatively take a one way trip and continue with Flying Scotsman to the famous station at Carnforth where Brief Encounter was filmed. Return by service train from Preston is included in your ticket price. Rostered Locomotive: Flying Scotsman. Station London Victoria/Euston Milton Keynes Preston Carnforth
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Return
0845
1930
1035 1530 1700
1900 1615 N/A
Steam hauled from London to Carnforth. Fares to Preston include return by Virgin Trains West Coast service in standard class. Fares to Carnforth are one way only and do not include return travel.
Fares Pullman Style Dining Premier Dining First Class Premium standard
£399 £325 £249 £175
Please note catering will differ from normal services. Please call booking office or see website.
LONDON TO CARDIFF / ‘A BRIEF ENCOUNTER WITH FLYING SCOTSMAN’ – LONDON VICTORIA TO CARNFORTH OR PRESTON
‘A BRIEF ENCOUNTER WITH FLYING SCOTSMAN’ – LONDON VICTORIA TO PRESTON OR CARNFORTH
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LONDON & SURREY HILLS TO OXFORD, CHELTENHAM & WORCESTER Thursday 28 th June 2018 Enjoy a wonderful day travelling from London and The Surrey Hills by steam to visit one of two stunning Cathedral Cities, Oxford with its historic Christ Church Cathedral and Worcester with its unequalled views of the Malvern Hills and Cotswolds from its Cathedral tower on the banks of the River Severn.
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Rostered Locomotive: Black 5 45212 or B1 Mayflower. Station West Brompton Clapham Junction Redhill Dorking Deepdene Shalford Guildford Farnborough North Reading Oxford Cheltenham Worcester
Out 0740 0800 0835 0850 0915 0920 0940 1020 1130 1330 1310
Return 2225 2205 2115 2100 2020 2000 1945 1850 1830 1630 1600
Steam hauled throughout. Reduced meal service from Oxford. There will be a coach transfer provided for those wishing to visit Cheltenham from Evesham.
London to Fares Worcester Pullman Style Dining £269 Premier Dining £209 First Class £159 Premium standard £109 London to Oxford Pullman Style Dining £259 Premier Dining £199 First Class £149 Premium standard £99 Oxford to Worcester Pullman Style Dining £225 Premier Dining £175 First Class £125 Premium standard £79
SUNDAY LUNCHEON SPECIAL Sunday 1 st July 2018 Sit back and enjoy this leisurely Sunday lunchtime trip taking in the beautiful English scenery as we climb through The Chilterns before arriving in Warwick with its famous Castle and grounds landscaped by Capability Brown. Alternatively you can stay on to Stratford-upon-Avon birthplace of Shakespeare, with its stunning architecture, quaint and quirky shops and beautiful river walks. Rostered Locomotive: B1 Mayflower. Station London Paddington Beaconsfield Warwick Stratford-upon-Avon
Out 1115 1215 1445 1520
Steam hauled throughout.
Return 2155 2100 1850 1820
Fares Pullman Style Dining Premier Dining First Class Premium standard
£269 £209 £159 £109
Premier Dining and Pullman Style Dining passengers will be served a lunch on the outward journey and a light dinner on the return journey. No breakfast or brunch will be served on this trip.
LONDON & SURREY HILLS TO OXFORD, CHELTENHAM & WORCESTER / LONDON & THE CHILTERNS TO WARWICK & STRATFORD-UPON-AVON
LONDON & THE CHILTERNS TO WARWICK & STRATFORD-UPON-AVON
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LONDON TO YORK Thursday 5 th July 2018 Travel in style from London to York behind a 1960s vintage diesel or electric locomotive, giving you plenty of time to explore this extraordinary Cathedral City. Full of culture, art, history and heritage, York is perfect for a summer getaway. History-lovers will enjoy visits to the stunning Minster with its renowned Rose window, the Jorvik Viking Centre, medieval guildhalls or Georgian town houses. For steam buffs the National Railway Museum is a must-see. A walk around the 13th century walls and through the medieval Shambles also comes highly-recommended. Rostered Locomotive: 1960s vintage diesel or electric locomotive. Station London Kings Cross Potters Bar Stevenage Peterborough* York
Out 0815 0830 0900 0935 1200
Return 2210 2140 2120 2035 1910
Pullman and Premier Dining not available from Peterborough.
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Fares Pullman Style Dining Premier Dining First Class Premium standard
£249 £189 £139 £89
LONDON TO DURHAM & NEWCASTLE Thursday 5 th July 2018
Rostered Locomotive: Jubilee or 35018 British India Line. Station London Kings Cross Potters Bar Stevenage Peterborough York Durham Newcastle
Out 0815 0830 0850 0935 1140 1335 1420
Return 2300 2245 2230 2140 1900 1700 1610
This trip will be steam hauled from York to Newcastle return. Reduced meals for Pullman Style Dining & Premier Dining passengers joining at York.
Fares Pullman Style Dining Premier Dining First Class Premium standard Fares Pullman Style Dining Premier Dining First Class Premium standard
Durham/ Newcastle £279 £219 £169 £119
LONDON TO YORK \ LONDON TO DURHAM & NEWCASTLE
After a fast run behind vintage electric or diesel we are steam hauled from York to Durham and Newcastle. Durham’s Cathedral is one of the wonders of the World, nestling beside the Castle high above the twisting River Wear. A vibrant and revitalised city, Newcastle offers something for everybody. With a lively atmosphere, visitors never fail to be captivated. Wander down to the transformed waterfront with its bars and restaurants. From here you can view the Gateshead Millennium Bridge which arches across the Tyne to link the city to Gateshead’s quays and the Baltic Centre for Contemporary Art.
York to Newcastle £225 £175 £125 £79 13
LONDON TO SALISBURY & BATH VIA THE HAMPSHIRE HILLS Thursday 12 th July 2018 With two fabulous destinations this trip provides something for everyone. Passengers can opt to either visit Salisbury with its magnificent Cathedral or alternatively continue on their journey to the stunning Roman city of Bath and explore its history and culture including the Roman Baths and Pump Room, Pulteney Bridge, the Abbey and Royal Crescent and the Jane Austen Museum which provides a fascinating insight into Regency Life. If a leisurely afternoon is more your thing you can watch the world go by at many of the pubs, cafes and restaurants or enjoy a mooch in the fabulous shopping area. Rostered Locomotive: B1 Mayflower. Station West Brompton Cheam Clapham Junction Leatherhead Effingham Junction Guildford Haslemere Salisbury Bath Bristol
Out 0740 0840 0800 0900 0910 0930 1000 1215 1315 1325
Return 2310 2220 2300 2200 2150 2130 2050 1830 1730 1650
Fares Pullman Style Dining Premier Dining First Class Premium standard
Salisbury £259 £199 £149 £99
Bath £269 £209 £159 £109
Reduced fares from Salisbury to Bath are available. Steam hauled throughout.
Thursday 19 th July 2018 Join us on this fabulous trip through the Garden of England with a choice of four wonderful destinations; Canterbury and its famous Cathedral, Margate with the Turner Contemporary Gallery and its beaches, Whitstable famous for its Oysters or Faversham’s famous Shepherd Neame Brewery, where you can enjoy a guided tour. Rostered Locomotive: B1 Mayflower. Station London Victoria Bromley South Canterbury West Margate Whitstable Faversham
Out 0945 1030 1230 1310 1330 1345
Return 2030 1945 1750 1715 1650 1640
Steam hauled throughout. Pullman Style Dining & Premier Dining passengers travelling from Bromley South to Canterbury or Canterbury to Faversham will receive a reduced meal service.
Margate/ Canterbury Whitstable/ Faversham Pullman Style Dining £249 £259 Premier Dining £189 £199 First Class £139 £149 Premium standard £89 £99 Fares
LONDON TO SALISBURY & BATH VIA THE HAMPSHIRE HILLS / LONDON TO CANTERBURY, MARGATE & FAVERSHAM
LONDON TO CANTERBURY, MARGATE & FAVERSHAM
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SOUTHEND TO BOURNEMOUTH & POOLE Saturday 21 st July 2018 Enjoy a steam hauled journey to the beaches of Dorset or the bustling quayside of Poole for a glorious summer day out on the waterfront watching the ships, fishing boats and luxury yachts as they make their way in and out of the harbour. Rostered Locomotive: Black 5 45212 or B1 Mayflower. Station Southend Victoria Hockley Wickford Shenfield Stratford (London) Bournemouth Poole
Out 0730 0745 0800 0815 0840 1340 1350
Return 2300 2245 2230 2210 2150 1640 1630
Steam hauled between West London and Southampton on the outward journey and Poole and West London on the return.
Fares Pullman Style Dining Premier Dining First Class Premium standard
£269 £209 £159 £109
Sunday 29 th July 2018 Take a journey by steam to the traditional Victorian seaside town of Swanage, set in the heart of Purbeck and built around a beautiful bay, providing the perfect backdrop for a great family day out. If you prefer something more active a trip to historic Corfe Castle is also available. Rostered Locomotive: B1 Mayflower, 60009 Union of South Africa or Black 5 45212. Station London Paddington Slough Reading Basingstoke Corfe Castle Swanage
Out 0855 0930 0955 1020 1340 1420
Return 2200 2130 2055 2020 1740 1700
This trip will be diesel hauled between Corfe and Southampton in one direction.
Fares Pullman Style Dining Premier Dining First Class Premium standard
£269 £209 £159 £109
SOUTHEND TO BOURNEMOUTH & POOLE / LONDON TO BOURNEMOUTH, CORFE CASTLE & SWANAGE
LONDON TO BOURNEMOUTH, CORFE CASTLE & SWANAGE
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LONDON TO WEYMOUTH CARNIVAL Tuesday 14 th August 2018 In 1318 Edward II made a charter to hold a Carnival in Weymouth. Now in its 700 th year albeit under a different guise this renowned Carnival will be returning with a fairground along the seafront as well as many other exciting attractions. Rostered Locomotive: Black 5 45212 or B1 Mayflower. Station London Victoria Woking Basingstoke Weymouth
Out 0845 1005 1050 1345
Return 2215 2045 2000 1635
This trip will be diesel hauled between Weymouth and Southampton on return journey.
Fares Pullman Style Dining Premier Dining First Class Premium standard
£269 £209 £159 £109
Thursday 16 th August 2018 New for 2018 this fabulous trip, hauled on the mainline by vintage diesel, offers you the opportunity to visit historic Exeter or remain on the train as it follows the Dawlish Sea Wall to beachy Paignton. From here you can catch a Paignton & Dartmouth steam service to Kingswear (£10pp supplement). Rostered Locomotive: Hauled by a vintage diesel locomotive. Station Alresford Alton Bentley Farnham Guildford Petersfield Havant Salisbury Exeter Paignton
Out 0630 0720 0730 0740 0820 0850 0905 1045 1300 1340
Return 2345 2305 2250 2240 2210 2140 2125 2010 1750 1700
Fares Pullman Style Dining Premier Dining First Class Premium Standard
Exeter £249 £189 £139 £89
Paignton £259 £199 £149 £99
LONDON TO WEYMOUTH CARNIVAL / WATERCRESS LINE TO EXETER, TORBAY & DARTMOUTH
WATERCRESS LINE TO EXETER, TORBAY & DARTMOUTH
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LONDON VICTORIA TO THE WEST SOMERSET RAILWAY Tuesday 21 st August 2018 Travel from London by steam on this picturesque trip through Wiltshire and Somerset to the West Somerset Railway; a heritage line which takes you past the stunning panoramas of the Somerset coastline and the Quantock Hills to historic Dunster and the holiday town of Minehead. Rostered Locomotive: B1 Mayflower. Station London Victoria Chiswick Staines Sunningdale Reading Newbury Minehead
Out 0845 0910 0930 1000 1035 1115 1500
Return 2330 2310 2250 2230 2130 2100 1700
Fares Pullman Style Dining Premier Dining First Class Premium standard
£269 £209 £159 £109
Thursday 30 th August 2018 For several years the fabulous Arun Valley route has been closed to locomotive hauled trains. Now once again passengers can enjoy the lovely English scenery through the North Downs and then, once in Sussex, the stunning Arun Valley route with views of Amberley Castle and the hilltop Castle and Abbey at Arundel before arriving at our first Cathedral City, Chichester. There is plenty to do once there including a walk around the medieval city walls or Georgian shopping streets. For those continuing on to Salisbury the train will pass through the beautiful Test Valley before arriving at our final destination where passengers can soak up the wonderful atmosphere of this beautiful Cathedral City. Rostered Locomotive: Black 5 45212 or B1 Mayflower. Station London Victoria Cheam Leatherhead Dorking (Main) Horsham Pulborough Chichester Salisbury
Out 0945 1020 1045 1100 1130 1155 1245 1430
Return 2215 2130 2115 2100 2020 2000 1930 1730
3 course meal on the return journey.
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Fares Chichester Salisbury Pullman Style Dining £225 £269 Premier Dining £175 £209 First Class £125 £159 Premium standard £79 £109 Chichester to Salisbury Pullman Style Dining* £225 Premier Dining* £175 First Class £125 Premium standard £79
LONDON VICTORIA TO THE WEST SOMERSET RAILWAY / LONDON, SURREY & THE ARUN VALLEY TO CHICHESTER & SALISBURY
LONDON, SURREY & THE ARUN VALLEY TO CHICHESTER & SALISBURY
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HERTFORDSHIRE & BEDFORDSHIRE TO THE SETTLE & CARLISLE RAILWAY Tuesday 11 th September 2018 It’s many years since The Cathedrals Express gave passengers from stations along the Midland Mainline the opportunity to enjoy steam over the unique world famous Settle and Carlisle railway. On this occasion we will be steam-hauled in both directions between Hellifield and Carlisle as our train carves its way through the Cumbrian Mountains and across the famous Ribblehead Viaduct to the Cathedral City of Carlisle. Once there passengers can visit the ancient Castle founded in 1092 as well as the beautiful Cathedral with its famous 14th century stained glass window. Rostered Locomotive: 35018 British India Line or Jubilee. Station Radlett St Albans Bedford Kettering Leicester East Midlands Parkway Sheffield Carlisle
Out 0610 0620 0650 0715 0745 0815 0930 1425
Return 0015 0010 2340 2320 2245 2220 2135 1630
Diesel hauled in both directions between Radlett and Hellifield.
Fares Pullman Style Dining Premier Dining First Class Premium Standard
£279 £219 £169 £119
Saturday 15 th September 2018 Passengers will be spoilt for views on this beautiful trip. On the way out steam joins us at Carnforth for the climb over Shap before a short break in Carlisle. On rejoining we head out to the Cumbrian Coast with nearly 100 miles of stunning views as the Cumbrian Coast line hugs the narrow strip between The Irish Sea and the Lakeland Fells. On a clear day you can see distant vistas of the Isle of Man and the Scottish Coast. Rostered Locomotive: 35018 British India Line. Station London Euston Milton Keynes Rugby Lichfield Trent Valley Crewe Carlisle
Out 0710 0755 0830 0900 0940 1240
Return 2230 2120 2050 2010 1930 1440
This trip will be electric hauled between London and Carnforth in both directions.
Fares Pullman Style Dining Premier Dining First Class Premium standard
£279 £219 £169 £119
HERTFORDSHIRE & BEDFORDSHIRE TO THE SETTLE AND CARLISLE RAILWAY / LONDON & THE MIDLANDS TO THE CUMBRIAN COAST
LONDON & THE MIDLANDS TO THE CUMBRIAN COAST
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LONDON VICTORIA & THE MIDLAND MAINLINE TO CHATSWORTH & YORK Thursday 20 th September 2018 With numerous places to visit on this fabulous trip, hauled by vintage diesel, passengers will be spoilt for choice. Take in the splendour of Chatsworth House, the setting of ‘Pride and Prejudice’ or stay on the train as it takes you to the walled city of York where you can explore the quaint cobbled streets and the walled city, visit the stunning Minster with its renowned Rose window or visit the National Railway Museum. Also worth a visit is the Jorvik Viking Centre, the medieval guildhalls or the National Trust and English Heritage properties. Alternatively, why not take a leisure boat trip on the River Ouse which runs through the City. Rostered Locomotive: A vintage diesel locomotive. Station London Victoria St Albans Bedford Kettering Leicester Chesterfield Chatsworth York
Out 0740 0920 1000 1030 1100 1220 1250 1340
Return 2230 2040 2005 1940 1910 1750 1700 1630
Fares Pullman Style Dining Premier Dining First Class Premium Standard
Chatsworth Chesterfield/ (includes York transfer & entry) £274 £214 £164 £114
£189 £149 £99 £59
Pullman Style Dining & Premier Dining passengers boarding at Chesterfield will receive reduced meal service.
Sunday 23 rd September 2018 Journey through the Fens and discover the charms of one of these three beautiful Cathedral Cities. A magnificent Cathedral and impressive Norman Castle bookend the City Centre in Norwich. In between, half-timbered buildings and independent shops line quiet lanes. Thriving markets and a large student population enhance the City’s relaxed vibe. Rostered Locomotive: B1 Mayflower. Station London Kings Cross Hertford North Stevenage Cambridge Ely Norwich
Out 1030 1100 1130 1215 1250 1410
Return 2115 2030 2000 1900 1840 1710
Pullman Style Dining & Premier Dining passengers boarding at or alighting at Cambridge or Ely will receive a reduced meal service.
Fares Pullman Style Dining Premier Dining First Class Premium standard
Cambs £225 £175 £125 £79
Ely £249 £189 £139 £89
Norwich £269 £209 £159 £109
Cambridge to Norwich Pullman Style Dining £199 Premier Dining £159 First Class £109 Premium standard £69
LONDON VICTORIA & THE MIDLAND MAINLINE TO CHATSWORTH & YORK / LONDON TO CAMBRIDGE, ELY & NORWICH
LONDON TO CAMBRIDGE, ELY & NORWICH
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BLUEBELL RAILWAY TO OXFORD & WORCESTER Saturday 27 th October 2018 This long-awaited trip starts out, steam hauled, from the Bluebell Railway, a heritage line in the heart of Sussex, and takes you up towards the capital and onwards to the beautiful cities of Oxford and Worcester. Rostered Locomotive: B1 Mayflower. Station Sheffield Park East Grinstead Oxford Worcester Shrub Hill
Out 0800 0910 1200 1400
Return 2300 2215 1810 1630
Fares Pullman Style Dining Premier Dining First Class Premium standard
Oxford Worcester £269 £279 £209 £219 £159 £169 SOLD OUT
BLUEBELL RAILWAY TO OXFORD & WORCESTER \ CHRISTMAS BY STEAM
CHRISTMAS MARKETS, CAROLS & LUNCHEON BY STEAM
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CHRISTMAS MARKETS Fares from Pullman Style Dining Premier Dining First Class Premium Standard
£269 £209 £159 £109
London and Surrey to Gloucester Market: Tuesday 20 th November 2018 Join us on our inaugural trip to Gloucester Christmas Market and mark the start of our Christmas programme with its fabulous award-winning Victorian Christmas Market, the biggest free entry Victorian Christmas Market in the South West. A perfect opportunity to get you in the Christmas spirit! Rostered Locomotive: Steam hauled, locomotive to be confirmed. Station West Brompton Clapham Junction Redhill Reigate Shalford Guildford Gloucester
Out 0740 0805 0845 0855 0930 0940 1300
Return 2130 2115 2030 2025 1945 1920 1630
London to Cardiff Christmas Market: Thursday 22 nd November 2018
Rostered Locomotive: 60009 Union of South Africa. Station London Paddington Slough Reading Swindon Cardiff
Out 0930 1000 1030 1150 1350
Return 2240 2200 2140 1945 1740
London to Bath Christmas Market: Wednesday 28 th November 2018 Travel in style across Hampshire and Wiltshire to the award-winning Bath Christmas Market. With 170 chalets packed full of gorgeous Christmas gifts
Rostered Locomotive: Steam hauled, locomotive to be confirmed. Station London Victoria Ashford (Surrey) Chertsey Woking Salisbury Bath Bristol
Out 0845 0925 0945 1000 1130 1305 1330
Return 2115 2030 2005 1945 1805 1700 1640
London to Lincoln Christmas Market: Sunday 9 th December 2018
CHRISTMAS MARKETS
Treat yourself to a trip to the fabulous Cardiff Christmas Market taking place in the pedestrian streets of Cardiff City Centre which was named as one of the best Christmas Markets last year. With an exciting and eclectic mix of exhibitors, handmade products are the essence of what make this market so different and special every year.
this Christmas market is a shopper’s paradise guaranteed to get you into the Christmas spirit.
Now in its 36th year, the Lincoln Christmas Market will be returning to the picturesque medieval square between the impressive Norman Castle and magnificent gothic Cathedral - the perfect backdrop for a spot of Christmas shopping. Rostered Locomotive: Steam hauled, locomotive to be confirmed. Station London Kings Cross Hertford North Stevenage Lincoln
Out 0920 1010 1035 1330
Return 2135 2050 2030 1735 29
Ashford to Winchester Christmas Market via the Watercress Line: Friday 14 th December 2018 Winchester Christmas Market is recognised as one of the best in Europe with its unique location, high quality exhibitors and bustling atmosphere. Passengers visiting the market will travel by road coach from Alton on the outward journey and on the return the journey will be taken from Winchester to Alresford to meet the train. Rostered Locomotive: B1 Mayflower. Station Ashford Int (Kent) Charing Maidstone East Borough Green & Wrotham Bromley South Kensington Olympia Alton Alresford Winchester
Out 0820 0850 0910
Return 2245 2230 2215
0945
2200
1025
2125
1105
2045
1335 1430 1430
1845 1730 1640
Diesel hauled on the return journey.
Watercress Line to Hampshire Hills and Salisbury Christmas Market: Monday 17 th December 2018
Rostered Locomotive: B1 Mayflower.
Diesel hauled on return journey.
London Victoria to Oxford and Blenheim Palace – NEW FOR 2018: Wednesday 12 th December 2018 Come and enjoy Blenheim Palace as you have never seen it before. Transformed into a winter wonderland of lights for the Christmas season, enjoy a magical illuminated trail as it winds through the landscaped grounds of Blenheim Palace highlighting its rich history with all the magic and wonder of the festive season. Not to be missed!
Station London Victoria Hounslow Staines Oxford (for Blenheim)
Out 0820 0920 0930 0945 0955 1020 1100 1300
Out 0945 1035 1100 1300
Return 2320 2230 2220 2215 2205 2150 2100 1900
Return 2245 2205 2150 1920
CHRISTMAS MARKETS
Salisbury Christmas Market transforms the heart of this medieval Cathedral City into a winter wonderland with its German Market-style wooden chalets and festive events. This trip is a favourite with Steam Dreams passengers and will get you in the Christmas spirit!
Station Alresford Alton Bentley Farnham Aldershot Guildford Petersfield Salisbury
Rostered Locomotive: B1 Mayflower. 31
CAROLS Fares from Pullman Style Dining Premier Dining First Class Premium Standard
£269 £209 £159 £109
Southend East to Norwich: Wednesday 5 th December 2018 Starting out steam hauled from Southend join us on a festive journey for Carols in the splendid Norwich Cathedral, home to many fabulous events – this year it is planned for the train to be steam-hauled from Southend all the way across East Anglia to Norwich with steam back to London on the return. Rostered Locomotive: B1 Mayflower. Station Southend East Upminster Barking Norwich
Out 0900 0940 1000 1500
Return 2330 2250 2230 1830
Diesel hauled from London on return journey.
CAROLS London Victoria to Worcester: Wednesday 12 th December 2018
Rostered Locomotive: B1 Mayflower. Station London Victoria Hounslow Staines Bracknell Reading Oxford Worcester
Out 0945 1035 1100 1140 1210 1300 1500
Return 2245 2205 2150 2115 2050 1920 1800
Rostered Locomotive: B1 Mayflower. Station Alresford Alton Bentley Farnham Aldershot Guildford Petersfield Salisbury Sherborne
Return 2320 2230 2220 2215 2205 2150 2100 1900 1750
CHRISTMAS LUNCHEON White Cliffs Christmas Lunch Special: Friday 21 st December 2018 Join us on our last hurrah of the 2018 season for a festive Christmas special as we travel around the beautiful Kent countryside. This traditional end to the Steam Dreams programme allows you sit back, relax and enjoy the views of the White Cliffs, the English Channel and Dover Castle before the joy of Christmas takes over! Rostered Locomotive: B1 Mayflower.
Watercress Line and Hampshire Hills to Sherborne Abbey: Monday 17 th December 2018 The last of our fabulous Carol services takes us to Sherborne and the beautiful 800 year old
Out 0820 0920 0930 0945 0955 1020 1100 1300 1415
CAROLS / CHRISTMAS LUNCHEON
Steam hauled throughout we leave London heading West on our way to Worcester via Oxford passing through abundant scenic countryside in the Thames Valley en route. Once in Worcester we will head for the magnificent Cathedral which rises majestically above the River Severn for a fabulous Carol service exclusively for Steam Dreams passengers.
Sherborne Abbey, where passengers will enjoy a wonderful service lead by the choir. Guaranteed to get everyone in the Christmas spirit!
Cathedral Enterprises LTD
Station London Victoria Bromley South
Out 1015 1045
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HIGHLANDS & ISLANDS WITH FLYING SCOTSMAN Thursday 9 th May 2019 – Friday 17 th May 2019 Taking in some truly spectacular Highland scenery this 9 day holiday will be a magical tour. This coupled with Flying Scotsman makes this a holiday not to be missed. Day 1: London to Edinburgh with Flying Scotsman – Thursday 9th May 2019 After leaving London Kings Cross behind modern traction for a quick run to York we will be joined by Flying Scotsman, on the beautiful stretch of railway for which is was built. From here, we will cruise along the East Coast Mainline passing key landmarks before heading over the Royal Border Bridge and into Edinburgh. Day 2: Edinburgh to Inverness with Flying Scotsman – Friday 10th May 2019 After crossing the Forth Railway bridge with Flying Scotsman, our route from
across the West Highland Line and Rannock Moor to Fort William.
Day 3: Inverness to Dunrobin Castle or day at leisure – Saturday 11 th May 2019
Day 6: Leisure in Fort William, Mull or Iona
Today we will be joined by B1 Mayflower which will take us to the famous castle of Dunrobin. Those staying in Inverness will be offered a choice of excursions which may include a trip to Cawdor Castle, Culloden Battlefield or a boat trip on Loch Ness.
A day at leisure in Fort William or you can join one of our excursions; which may include a trip on The Jacobite across the world famous Glenfinnan Viaduct to Mallaig, a cruise on Loch Linnhe, a trip to Glen Coe, Neptune’s staircase or a day trip to Iona or Mull.
Days 4,5 & 6: Sunday 12 th May 2019 – Tuesday 14 th May 2019 OPTION 1 HIGHLANDS Day 4: Kyle of Lochalsh One of the great railway journeys of the world with B1 Mayflower across the Highlands to the West Coast to the Kyle of Lochalsh.
OPTION 2 ISLE OF SKYE Day 4: Inverness to Isle of Skye B1 Mayflower will take us to the Kyle of Lochalsh where passengers can visit the iconic Eileen Donan Castle before travelling by coach over the bridge to Skye and our hotels in the North of the Island at Portree. Day 5: at leisure on Skye
Day 5: Inverness to Fort William Leaving Inverness we will be double headed with Flying Scotsman and B1 Mayflower as we head across beautiful Highland scenery before descending into the Lowlands where Flying Scotsman leaves us. From here B1 Mayflower will head us to Rannoch Moor and Stanier Black 5 45212 as we head across
There are a number of optional excursions including (weather permitting) a full day trip to St Kilda, Dunvegan Castle and Gardens, Flora MacDonald’s tomb and other historic points of interest. Day 6: Skye to Fort William including The Jacobite steam train We will travel by coach the full length of
Skye to Armadale where we will visit Clan Donald and The Museum of the Isles both spectacular in their own ways. Day 7: Fort William to the Lake District – Wednesday 15 th May 2019 We leave Fort William behind B1 Mayflower and head along the West Highland Line to the Firth of Clyde and through the Lowlands, over Beattock Summit and past Carlisle to Penrith. We disembark here for two nights at Ullswater in the northern Lake District. Day 8: A day at leisure in the Lake District – Thursday 16 th May 2019 Enjoy a day at leisure or join us on optional excursions to local attractions including Ravenglass and Eskdale Railway.
HIGHLANDS & ISLANDS WITH FLYING SCOTSMAN
here will take us via Perth before arriving in Inverness that evening.
Day 9: Penrith to London – Friday 17 th May 2019 Today we return steam hauled from Penrith to London with B1 Mayflower. For further details please visit our website www.steamdreams.co.uk
TO ORDER A COPY OF THE FULL HOLIDAY BY STEAM BROCHURE PLEASE CALL THE OFFICE ON 01483 209888
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ANGEL OF THE NORTH Saturday 29th June 2019 – Tuesday 2nd July 2019 A four day long weekend from London and East Anglia taking in the stunning North East coastline with an optional trip by steam to Edinburgh. Day 1: London and East Anglia to Durham and Newcastle – Saturday 29 th June 2019 Our outward journey behind B1 Mayflower takes us northwards past York and onto the beautiful Cathedral City of Durham where passengers may spend the next three nights or alternatively can continue on to Newcastle. Day 2: Optional Day trip to Edinburgh – Sunday 30 th June 2019 Today there will be the option of steaming into Scotland with a day trip to the Scottish capital Edinburgh.
After a chance to explore this beautiful city we head back to Newcastle along the East Coast Mainline with stunning views across the Scottish and English coasts, including crossing the Border Bridge. Alternatively a number of coach excursions will be available for those that choose to have a day off the train.
There will be many different excursions for
Day 4: Newcastle and Durham to East Anglia and London – Tuesday 2 nd July 2019 B1 Mayflower will take us back through the Lincolnshire countryside and on to Lincoln,
stopping for a short break before we race south along the east coast Mainline as we head home. Rostered Locomotive: B1 Mayflower.
For full details of all our holidays please refer to our 2018-2021 Holidays by Steam brochure available on line at www.steamdreams.co.uk or call the booking office 01483 209 888.
LAST FEW SEATS REMAINING ON THE LAKES EXPRESS with Flying Scotsman 18th June 2018 – 21st June 2018 Join us on this fantastic holiday by steam to The Lake District.
the Lakeside and Haverthwaite Railway and the narrow gauge Ravenglass and Eskdale Railway as well as other places of interest the Lakes has to offer. For our return journey to London Flying Scotsman will be replaced by another steam locomotive.
This fabulous four day tour with the world’s most famous steam locomotive, Flying Scotsman, offers passengers the chance to experience many fabulous sights including; northern England’s most scenic railways, the famous Settle and Carlisle,
Fares from (including hotels) Pullman Style Dining £1199 Premier Dining £999 First Class £849 Premium standard £599
TO ORDER A COPY OF THE FULL HOLIDAY BY STEAM BROCHURE PLEASE CALL THE OFFICE ON 01483 209888
ANGEL OF THE NORTH 2019 / LAKES EXPRESS
Day 3: A day at leisure – Monday 1 st July 2019
passengers to choose from. These may include a visit to Linidsfarne, Alnwick Castle, Bamburgh Castle and Hadrians Wall. For railway enthusiasts there will be an opportunity to travel along a preserved railway.
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EMERALD ISLE CRAIC EXPRESS to the Wild Atlantic Way Friday 6th September 2019 – Wednesday 11th September 2019 Enjoy a late summer holiday on the beautiful island of Ireland visiting the South and West Coast, famous for its Wild Atlantic Way. Day 1: Dublin to Killarney – Friday 6th September 2019 This part of the trip is steam hauled by the magnificent Irish express passenger locomotive No 85 Merlin. We will head from Dublin City Centre across the South West corner of Ireland to Killarney where we will stay for the next two nights.
Day 4: Day at leisure – Monday 9 th September 2019
Day 6: Galway to Dublin – Wednesday 11 th September 2019
There will be an optional trip by steam to the South East of Ireland where passengers can explore the City of Cork. Alternatively passengers can take a trip along the dramatic Wild Atlantic Way.
A day at leisure in Gallway exploring this wonderful city or optional excursions including a trip to the Cliffs of Moher or a boat trip to the legendary Isle of Aran (weather permitting).
Today we will head West to East across the whole of Ireland before arriving in Dublin where we end our tour.
Day 3: Killarney to Limerick and Galway – Sunday 8 th September 2019 We head to the famous city of Limerick where we say goodbye to Merlin and welcome famous No 4 Tank Engine which will take us on to Galway.
Day 5: Wild Atlantic Way Option – Tuesday 10 th September 2019 Passengers have the choice of two fantastic options today; travelling along the Wild Atlantic Way by coach in the morning before re joining the Tank as it races back across the country to Athlone and back to Galway or alternatively you can remain on the train for the day.
Rostered Locomotives: No 85 Merlin & No 4 Tank Engine. SailRail transfers to Ireland from London available through Steam Dreams see 2018-2021 Holidays by Steam brochure, visit the website or call the booking office for details.
TO ORDER A COPY OF THE FULL HOLIDAY BY STEAM BROCHURE PLEASE CALL THE OFFICE ON 01483 209888
EMERALD ISLE CRAIC EXPRESS TO THE WILD ATLANTIC WAY
Day 2: Optional trip Killarney to Cork and Kinsale – Saturday 7th September 2019
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BOARDING STATIONS & DESTINATIONS Aldershot Alresford
Monday 17 th December Thursday 16 th August Friday 14 th December Monday 17 th December Alton Thursday 16 th August Friday 14 th December Monday 17 th December Ashford Int (Kent) Friday 14 th December Ashford (Surrey) Wednesday 28 th November Barking Wednesday 5th December Basingstoke Sunday 29 th July Tuesday 14 th August Beaconsfield Sunday 1st July Bedford Tuesday 11 th September Thursday 20 th September Bentley Thursday 16 th August Monday 17 th December Borough Green & Wrotham Friday 14 th December Bracknell Wednesday 12 th December Bromley South Thursday 19 th July Friday 14 th December Friday 21st December Cambridge Sunday 23 rd September Canterbury West Thursday 19th July Charing Friday 14 th December Cheam Thursday 12th July Chesterfield Thursday 20 th September Chertsey Wednesday 28 th November Chichester Thursday 30 th August Chiswick Tuesday 21 st August Clapham Junction Thursday 28 th June Thursday 12 th July Tuesday 20th November Crewe Saturday 15 th September Dorking (Main) Thursday 30 th August
Salisbury & Sherborne Exeter & Paignton Winchester Salisbury & Sherborne Exeter & Paignton Winchester Salisbury & Sherborne Alton, Alresford and Winchester Bristol & Bath Norwich Swanage Weymouth Stratford-Upon-Avon Carlisle via Settle York Exeter & Paignton Salisbury & Sherborne Alton, Alresford and Winchester Oxford & Worcester Canterbury & Whitstable Alton, Alresford and Winchester White Cliffs Lunchtime Tour Norwich Faversham Alton, Alresford and Winchester Bath York Bristol & Bath Salisbury The West Somerset Railway Oxford & Worcester Salisbury & Bath Gloucester Carlisle via Cumbrian Coast Salisbury
Dorking Deepdene East Grinstead East Midlands Parkway Effingham Jct Ely Exeter St Davids Farnborough North Farnham Guildford
Haslemere Havant Hertford North Hockley Horsham Hounslow Kensington Olympia Kettering Leatherhead Leicester Lichfield Trent Valley Maidstone East Milton Keynes Oxford
Thursday 28 th June Saturday 27 th October Tuesday 11 th September Thursday 12th July Sunday 23 rd September Sunday 10 th June Thursday 16 th August Thursday 28 th June Thursday 16 th August Monday 17 th December Thursday 28 th June Thursday 12 th July Thursday 16 th August Tuesday 20th November Monday 17 th December Thursday 12 th July Thursday 16 th August Sunday 23 rd September Sunday 9 th December Saturday 21 st July Thursday 30 th August Wednesday 12 th December Friday 14 th December Tuesday 11 th September Thursday 20 th September Thursday 12th July Thursday 30 th August Tuesday 11 th September Thursday 20 th September Saturday 15 th September Friday 14 th December Monday18 th June Saturday 15 th September Thursday 28 th June Saturday 27 th October Wednesday 12 th December
Oxford & Worcester Oxford & Worcester Carlisle via Settle Salisbury & Bath Cambridge, Ely & Norwich Exeter, Paignton & Dartmouth Exeter & Paignton Worcester Dartmouth Salisbury & Sherborne Oxford & Worcester Salisbury & Bath Exeter & Paignton Gloucester Salisbury & Sherborne Bath Exeter & Paignton Norwich Lincoln Bournemouth & Poole Salisbury Oxford & Worcester Alton, Alresford and Winchester Carlisle via Settle York Salisbury & Bath Salisbury Carlisle via Settle York Carlisle via Cumbrian Coast Alton, Alresford and Winchester Preston & Carnforth Carlisle via Cumbrian Coast Worcester Worcester Worcester
Peterborough Petersfield Portsmouth Potters Bar Pulborough Radlett Reading
Reigate Rugby Salisbury
Shalford Sheffield Sheffield Park Shenfield Slough
Southend Victoria Southend East St Albans Staines Stevenage
York, Durham & Newcastle Exeter & Paignton Salisbury & Sherborne Salisbury York, Durham & Newcastle Salisbury Carlisle via Settle Exeter, Paignton & Dartmouth Cardiff Worcester Corfe Castle & Swanage The West Somerset Railway Cardiff Oxford & Worcester Oxford & Worcester Gloucester Gloucester The Cumbrian Coast Bath & Bristol Bath Exeter & Paignton Bristol & Bath Sherborne Oxford & Worcester Gloucester Carlisle via Settle Oxford & Worcester Bournemouth & Poole Exeter, Paignton & Dartmouth Cardiff Corfe Castle & Swanage Cardiff Bournemouth & Poole Norwich Carlisle via Settle Chatsworth & York The West Somerset Railway Oxford & Worcester York, Durham & Newcastle Norwich
Stevenage (contd.) Stratford (London) Sunningdale Swindon Taunton Twyford Upminster West Brompton Wickford Wimbledon Woking
York London Euston London Kings Cross
London Paddington
London Victoria
London Waterloo
Sunday 9 th December Saturday 21 st July Tuesday 21 st August Thursday 14th June Thursday 22nd November Sunday 10 th June Sunday 10 th June Wednesday 5th December Thursday 28 th June Tuesday 20 th November Saturday 21 st July Saturday 2 nd June Saturday 2 nd June Tuesday 14 th August Wednesday 28 th November Thursday 5 th July
Lincoln Bournemouth & Poole The West Somerset Railway Cardiff Cardiff Dartmouth Exeter, Paignton & Dartmouth Norwich Oxford & Worcester Gloucester Bournemouth & Poole Portsmouth Portsmouth Weymouth Bristol & Bath Durham & Newcastle
Monday 18 th June Saturday 15 th September Thursday 5 th July Sunday 23 rd September Sunday 9 th December Tuesday 5 th June Sunday 10 th June Sunday 1 st July Sunday 29 th July Thursday 22nd November Tuesday 5 th June Monday 18 th June Thursday 19 th July Tuesday 14 th August Tuesday 21 st August Thursday 30 th August Thursday 20 th September Wednesday 28 th November Wednesday 12 th December Friday 21st December
Preston & Carnforth Carlisle via Cumbrian Coast York, Durham & Newcastle Cambridge, Ely & Norwich Lincoln Chiltern Hills Exeter, Paignton & Dartmouth Stratford-upon-Avon Corfe Castle & Swanage Cardiff Surrey Hills Flyer The Lakes Express Canterbury & Whitstable Weymouth West Somerset Railway Chichester & Salisbury Chatsworth & York Bristol & Bath Oxford & Worcester White Cliffs Lunchtime Tour Portsmouth & the Isle of Wight
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BOARDING STATIONS & DESTINATIONS
Redhill
Thursday 5 th July Thursday 16 th August Monday 17 th December Saturday 2 nd June Thursday 5 th July Thursday 30 th August Tuesday 11 th September Sunday 10 th June Thursday 14th June Thursday 28 th June Sunday 29 th July Tuesday 21 st August Thursday 22nd November Wednesday 12 th December Thursday 28 th June Tuesday 20th November Tuesday 20th November Saturday 15th September Thursday 3 rd May Thursday 12 th July Thursday 16 th August Wednesday 28 th November Monday 17 th December Thursday 28 th June Tuesday 20th November Tuesday 11 th September Saturday 27 th October Saturday 21 st July Sunday 10 th June Thursday14th June Sunday 29 th July Thursday 22nd November Saturday 21 st July Wednesday 5th December Tuesday 11 th September Thursday 20 th September Tuesday 21 st August Wednesday 12 th December Thursday 5 th July Sunday 23 rd September
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TERMS & CONDITIONS General Conditions Steam Dreams will use its best efforts to ensure that the proposed locomotives, coaching stock, route and times 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 do 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 passengers own insurance, as Steam Dreams cannot be held liable for additional costs incurred in passengers travel plans. Timings, routes and locomotives are subject to change as Steam Dreams is dependent on third parties and these are not within their control. Timings displayed in Steam Dreams brochures and on the Steam Dreams website are approximate and subject to change. Timings and platform numbers are confirmed by Network Rail normally 5-7 days before travel and once details are confirmed tickets will be issued with the final timings and platform numbers. Steam Dreams will use its best endeavours to ensure the boarding/alighting stations listed in their brochure and website are those which are used on the day. However,
due to operational reasons, occasionally Network Rail’s final timings do not include one of the boarding stations we have requested. In these circumstances, Steam Dreams will take responsibility for ensuring that passengers are able to join the train at the nearest available boarding station at no additional cost (usually by service train). 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 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 hauled, normally at the request of Network Rail, the train operating company or the locomotive owner. Where possible we will try to make this 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 has no steam traction 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 credit note 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 credit note will be issued. Passengers who have booked using a Steam Dreams or third party voucher will be issued with a credit note for the amounts stated above. Diesel Assistance Occasionally, on steam hauled trips, a diesel engine may be attached to the train for operational reasons or due to adverse weather. Steam Dreams will not offer a discount or compensation in this instance. Traveller Health Conditions To get the most out of our trips, passengers must be able to board the train and walk through the carriage(s) to their allocated seat unassisted. Passengers must make Steam Dreams staff aware of any mobility assistance required at least a week prior to the date of the tour. Mobility assistance includes the use of wheelchairs, walking frames and walking sticks. Wheelchairs, walking frames and mobility scooters must be of the fold-up variety and will be issued with an identity tag before being stored in the guards van and cannot be used on board the train. If in doubt, please contact the Booking Office for advice. Dining on board Please check the individual day trip itinerary and the ‘Your Route’ section to see what meals are included on each trip. Steam Dreams will endeavour to ensure delivery of the dining service to Pullman Style and Premier Dining
Passengers as listed in our publicity material. On-board meal service is dependent on train timings (issued to Steam Dreams by third parties), provision of utilities and access to re-stock, and therefore on very rare occasions may be subject to revisions from what has been advertised.
Third party vouchers may only be redeemed on particular trips, as specified by Steam Dreams. If you choose to cancel a booking made with a third party voucher within 7 days of departure, the third party voucher is non-transferable.
Steam Dreams will endeavour to cater for allergies or severe dislikes of some foods, but cannot guarantee that all our food will be totally free of specific allergens (such as nut, garlic or gluten) as it is prepared in kitchens where traces of allergens may be found.
Discounts may only be used against bookings made after the date of issue and cannot be retrospectively added to any previous bookings.
We are unable to accept payment by cheques less than 21 days prior to departure. This is to allow for postage and time to process the payment.
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Gift Vouchers, Credit Notes & Discounts All third party gift vouchers, Steam Dreams gift vouchers, credit notes or discounts must be redeemed through the Booking Office by telephone and cannot be used for online bookings. In the event of a train being cancelled or you cancelling your booking, vouchers are non-refundable as a cash payment, however vouchers can be transferred for use against another Steam Dreams trip. In the event of a customer cancellation, the cancellation/transfer conditions stated below will apply.
Customer Cancellation Should the customer choose to cancel their booked trip for whatever reason, the following charges will apply: · Up to 2 months before travel - 15% fee (or loss of deposit) · Between 2 months and 1 month before travel - 25% fee (or loss of deposit)
· Between 1 month and 14 days before travel - 30% fee (or loss of deposit) · Between 14 days and 48 hours of travel - 50% fee · Within 48 hours of travel - 75% fee · On or after the day of travel - bookings are non-transferable. Outstanding balances should be paid in full two months before departure to ensure your booking is not cancelled. During your time with us, please bring any problems you may experience to the attention of the management so that we may try to rectify them swiftly.
TERMS & CONDITIONS
Payment Bookings may be paid for by debit or credit cards. Other payment methods including paying by bank transfer 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.
Deposits All deposits are non-transferable or refundable, even if subsequent payment has been made for the full balance.
· Between 2 months and 1 month before travel- 20% fee (or loss of deposit)
Please note that tickets for all day trips are sent out by email unless requested to be sent by post.
· Between 1 month and 14 days before travel - 50% fee · Within 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: · Up to 2 months before travel - 10% fee (or loss of deposit)
Brochure Accuracy This brochure was printed in May 2018. 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 Saturday 2nd June Saturday 2 June nd
Sunday 10th June Thursday 14th June Monday 18th June Thursday 28th June Sunday 1st July Thursday 5 July Thursday 5th July th
Thursday 12th July Thursday 19th July Saturday 21st July Sunday 29 July th
Tuesday 14 August th
Thursday 16th August Tuesday 21st August Thursday 30th August Tuesday 11th September Saturday 15 September th
Thursday 20th September Sunday 23rd September
Trip London to Portsmouth & the Isle Of Wight Portsmouth to Salisbury London to Exeter, Torbay & Dartmouth London to Cardiff ‘A Brief Encounter with Flying Scotsman’ – London Victoria to Preston or Carnforth London & Surrey Hills to Oxford, Cheltenham & Worcester London & The Chilterns to Warwick & Stratford-Upon-Avon London to York London to Durham & Newcastle London to Salisbury & Bath via the Hampshire Hills London to Canterbury, Margate & Faversham Southend to Bournemouth & Poole London to Bournemouth, Corfe Castle & Swanage London to Weymouth Carnival Watercress Line to Exeter, Torbay & Dartmouth London Victoria to the West Somerset Railway London, Surrey & the Arun Valley to Chichester & Salisbury Hertfordshire & Bedfordshire to The Settle & Carlisle Railway London & the Midlands to the Cumbrian Coast London Victoria & the Midland Mainline to Chatsworth & York London to Cambridge, Ely & Norwich
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London to Bath Christmas Market
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Southend East to Norwich for Carols London to Lincoln Christmas Market London Victoria to Christmas at Blenheim & Worcester for Carols Ashford to the Watercress Line & Winchester Christmas Market Alresford to Salisbury Christmas Market & Sherborne for Carols White Cliffs Christmas Circular
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Trip Bluebell Railway to Oxford & Worcester London & Surrey to Gloucester Victorian Christmas Market London to Cardiff Christmas Market
Monday 18th June 2018 – Thursday 21st June 2018 Thursday 9th May 2019 – Friday 17th May 2019 Saturday 29th June 2019 – Tuesday 2nd July 2019 Friday 6th September 2019 – Wednesday 11th September 2019
The Lakes Express with Flying Scotsman
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Highlands & Islands with Flying Scotsman
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Angel of the North
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Emerald Isle Craic Express
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