Enjoy a memorable day on board our vintage steam hauled train, running on selected Saturdays through the summer from various departure stations. We travel around the Cumbrian Coast, probably the most stunningly beautiful scenic coastal line in England through an area steeped in maritime history with spectacular views of the Lake District Mountains and the wide panoramic expanse of Morecambe Bay as we journey to Ravenglass, where there is the opportunity to ride the legendary Ravenglass & Eskdale miniature Railway into the Fells, visit the beautiful gardens at Muncaster Castle, or, historic Whitehaven.

The steam locomotive may vary on each train and will be chosen from the pool of engines based at Carnforth including: LMS Royal Scot Class 46115 ‘Scots Guardsman’ - LMS Stanier Class 8F 48151 – LMS Jubilee Class 45690 ‘Leander’ – LMS Stanier Black Five 44932.

The train is diesel hauled to Carnforth where our historic and beautifully restored engine will be waiting, then through clouds of steam, we depart past the ‘Brief Encounter’ Refreshment Room made famous in the classic 1945 movie, after picking up speed we pass Silverdale and cross the first of the two spectacular viaducts over the River Kent at Arnside with stunning views across Morecambe Bay. As we continue through the Victorian resort of Grange-over-Sands and on towards Ulverston our engine has to work hard to climb Lindal Bank. Turning inland across the Furness peninsula the views to the Irish Sea on the left and the Lakeland Mountains to the right are truly spectacular before our arrival at the pretty coastal hamlet of Ravenglass around 12.40.

Our steam hauled train returns from Ravenglass in the late afternoon and we re-trace the outward journey to Carnforth where a more modern diesel engine will be waiting to take us homeward.

We have three optional excursions at vastly discounted prices, which must be pre-booked at the same time as the main tour as availability is strictly limited:

The delightful narrow gauge railway runs for 7 miles through spectacular Lake District scenery and our train will be hauled by one of the little steam engines dating back to 1894 over the steep gradients to Eskdale, situated at the foot of England’s highest mountain, Scafell Pike, where there is the opportunity to enjoy the tranquil beauty of the Fells with riverside walks beside tumbling waterfalls.
Adults: £8 Children: £5

A road coach will take you on the short journey to the spectacular and imposing Muncaster Castle, dating from the 13th century with its dramatic backdrop of the glorious Lakeland Fells, time will be available to explore the beautiful Gardens and Owlery (the Castle itself is closed on Saturdays). The Owl Centre cares for one of the largest collections in the world and holds regular flying displays.
Adults: £7 Children: £4

Continue along the coast on board a scheduled Northern Rail service for the 30 minute journey to visit the elegant Georgian town of Whitehaven with its ancient port & marina. A visit to the interactive Beacon visitors centre providing fascinating insights into the history of this busy port is not to be missed.
Adults & Children: £3.00

We have 3 different classes of travel available on board our train, but whichever you choose remember to book early in order to avoid disappointment: 

Standard Class - Reserved seating is arranged in groups of 4 around a table with bookings for 2 seated side by side in open carriages - a buffet bar is available throughout most of the journey for the purchase of hot & cold beverages, snacks and alcoholic drinks. It is in order to bring on board your own hamper and picnics for consumption on or off the train should you so desire.

Adult: £65 Child (15 yrs & under)...£49
Party of 4: £240
Family of 4 ticket (any combination of Adults & Children): £199

First Class - Reserved seating is arranged in groups of 4 or 2 around a table in open carriages with additional legroom, wide seats and panoramic windows. A buffet bar is available throughout most of the journey for the purchase of hot & cold beverages, snacks and alcoholic drinks. It is in order to bring on board your own hamper and picnics for consumption on or off the train should you so desire.

Adult: £99
Party of 4: £376

A Buffet Car is available for the sale of hot & cold beverages and snacks

Premier Dining - Reserved seating is arranged in groups of 4 or 2 around a table in 1st class open carriages with additional legroom, wide seats and panoramic windows. A full English breakfast and three course dinner will be prepared on board by our chefs and silver served at your reserved seat. * Please note Premier dining is not available from Carnforth.

Including Full English Breakfast & Three Course Dinner
Adult: £159
Party of 4: £616 (Premier dining is not available from Carnforth)

Guaranteed window tables for 2 are available at a supplement of £15 per person in 1st class & Premier Dining

Group discounts are available for bookings of 15 or more – call reservations 0845 310 2458 or
0845 310 2489, or book online and save 5% - www.statesmanrail.com

Our Partner, The Statesman will also be runing the Fellman trip later in the season. Details to be confirmed - Check back soon.

Please note there are multiple dates for this trip.

Saturday 23rd July 2011

Llandudno (06.00/22.50)
Llandudno Jct (06.10/22.40)
Colwyn Bay (06.20/22.30)
Rhyl (06.35/22.15)
Prestatyn (06.45/22.00)
Flint (07.00/21.40)
Chester (07.10/21.30)
Northwich (07.40/21.00)
Knutsford (07.55/20.45)
Altrincham (08.10/20.30)
Stockport (08.30/20.10)
Manchester (09.10/20.00)
Bolton (09.35/19.40)
Preston (10.00/19.10)
Carnforth (11.15/17.45)

Saturday 30th July 2011

Lincoln (06.00/22.40)
Collingham (06.15/22.25)
Newark Castle (06.25/22.10)
Nottingham (06.50/21.55)
Langley Mill (07.10/21.35)
Alfreton (07.25/21.20)
Chesterfield (07.35/21.10)
Stockport (08.30/20.10)
Manchester (09.10/20.00)
Bolton (09.35/19.40)
Preston (10.00/19.10)
Carnforth (11.15/17.45)

Saturday 6th August 2011

Wolverhampton (07.00/22.15)
Telford (07.15/22.00)
Wellington (07.25/21.45)
Shrewsbury (07.40/21.30)
Gobowen (08.10/21.00)
Ruabon (08.25/20.45)
Wrexham (08.35/20.35)
Chester (08.55/20.15)
Frodsham (09.10/20.00)
Warrington (09.20/19.50)
Wigan (09.40/19.30)
Preston (10.00/19.10)
Carnforth (11.15/17.45)

Saturday 13th August 2011

Northampton (06.45/22.25)
Long Buckby (07.00/22.10)
Rugby (07.15/21.55)
Nuneaton (07.35/21.35)
Tamworth (07.50/21.20)
Lichfield (08.00/21.10)
Rugeley (08.10/21.00)
Stafford (08.30/20.50)
Crewe (09.00/20.10)
Preston (10.00/19.10)
Carnforth (11.15/17.45)

Group discounts are available for bookings of 15 or more – call reservations or book online and save 5% - www.statesmanrail.com

0845 310 2458 0845 310 2489