Fort William to Mallaig
14th May to 26th October 2012
2012 is marks 29th year of the return of steam trains to Mallaig. From the start in 1984 when British Rail reintroduced steam to the line it was known as ‘The West Highlander’ which later became ‘The Lochaber’. West Coast Railways took over the running of this service in 1995 and it was given the much loved title ‘The Jacobite’.
It is regarded as one of the Great Railway Journeys of the World and was voted Top Railway Journey in the World 2009 and 2010 by Wanderlust Magazine, due mainly to the stunning scenery through which you will be travelling. The 84 mile round trip will take you past Britain’s highest mountain, deepest loch, shortest river and most westerly station.
West Yorkshire to Scarborough
What better way to enjoy North Yorkshire’s beautiful countryside, visit the historic city of York or the seaside town of Scarborough, than by travelling aboard a vintage steam hauled train? Calling on route at Normanton, Wakefield, Woodlesford (Leeds) and Castleford.
Travel by steam in traditional carriages across Yorkshire’s beautiful countryside, great days out for kids (of all ages) or the whole family, with child returns available from £10 and family savers, now is the time to book (First Class seats available).
Diesel Hauled 1 Day Charters & Weekend Getaways.
West Coast Railways operate a number of one-off railtours throughout the season in conjunction with a partner company, Railtourer, and other organisations.
Roman Bath or The City of Bristol
Enjoy a great day out to one of England's most beautiful cites
Departing – Saturday 10th March 2012
Settle Carlisle - The Tyne Valley
Stunning scenery on this circular tour
Departing – April 7th 2012
Cornish Riviera Statesman
Enjoy Cornwall like never before.
Departing – Friday 20 to Sunday 22 April 2012
Oxford and the Cotswolds
Take the scenic line through Evesham and the Cotswolds to historic Oxford
Departing – Saturday 28th April 2012
Edinburgh – The Settle Carlisle
Always one of our most popular tours
Departing – Saturday 5th May 2012
The Lancashire Rose
From coast to coast, Blackpool to Manchester
Departing – Wednesday 16th May 2012
Join us as we make our way across the breadth of England through Manchester to Blackpool.
Fellsman Trips 2012
6 June then every Wednesday from 4 July to 29 August 2012
As seen on BBC’s ‘Great British Railway Journeys’ and featured in the new series of ITV’s ‘The Dales’ to be broadcast in March.
West Highland & Jacobite Statesman Weekend 2012
2 trips available
Friday 28, 29 & 30 September 2012 & Friday 5, 6 & 7 October 2012
Edinburgh Christmas Special 2012
Departing – Saturday 8th December 2012
Enjoy all the pre-Christmas attractions of Scotland’s beautiful capital city with direct travel aboard our specially chartered train.
The Workshop
C.R.R.E.S
Operating alongside West Coast Railways, CRRES is one of only a very small number of UK companies able to offer an extensive restoration service.
Within its workshop facilities CRRES can provide:
- Full or partial overhaul of locomotives – steam and diesel
- Full or partial overhaul of rolling stock
- Programmed maintenance of locomotives and rolling stock
- Restoration services
- Joinery and other craftsmen services
- Repaints and refits
Restoration service
CRRES employs a labour force skilled to a level now rare in this country, particularly in the field of steam locomotive restoration.
Clients include private locomotive owners, preservation groups and many of the UK’s best known preserved railways…
West Coast Railways (WCR)
Carnforth, Lancashire
West Coast Railways (WCR) is an independent Train Operating Company and since 1998 has specialised in operating charter trains, both in its own right and on behalf of tour operators, along some of the UK’s most famous and scenic routes and to many beautiful destinations.
The Company’s main base is at Carnforth, Lancashire and in 2012 it will be operating more services than ever, including our timetabled services and special one day and weekend rail tours…
