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U LT I M AT E
W E LC O M E A B O A R D D I N I N G & H O S P I TA L I T Y
Welcome to the 2022 edition of our Directory offering a brief overview
On the Statesman, you have time. Time to relax over your food, to chat with your
of tours on board ‘The Statesman’ - Britain’s most celebrated train. For further
companion as you travel through the beautiful landscape. With this in mind,
information and full details of each tour please refer to our website
we have created a sumptuous menu that you can truly take your time over. Our
www.statesmanrail.com
Executive Chef Nick Allen has crafted this extraordinary feat from his favourite
British ingredients, and it’s complimented with drinks from our sommelier.
S E N S AT I O N A L
D E S T I N AT I O N S
Where would you like to go? The Statesman travels the length and breath
of Britain, taking in her heritage cities, her beautiful coastal resorts and her
wonderfully varied countryside. Our destinations stretch from Penzance to Loch
Lomond, and we offer both delightful day trips and unforgettable weekends away.
U N F O RG E T TA B L E
EXPERIENCES
Heritage, luxury and incredible destinations combine to create and unforgettable
experience. From the moment you step aboard the Statesman, you can feel
yourself relax, as you are transported in comfort to your favourite destinations.
We all love a touch of fine dining – but in a Pullman carriage?
That’s a whole new experience.
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O N B OA R D
FIRST CLASS PULLMAN DINING
Reserved seating is arranged around a table of four, This is the ultimate travel experience – seating is
or table of two. Toilet facilities are available in each in our refurbished Pullman style umber & cream,
carriage and a complimentary service of tea/coffee wood panelled carriages with seating arranged at
& light snacks are included. A buffet bar is available tables of four, or two, laid with crisp linen and fully
throughout most of the journey for the purchase dressed with the finest crockery, fresh flowers and
of hot & cold beverages, light refreshments, and glassware. On a typical one day tour the service
alcoholic drinks. includes a full English Breakfast accompanied with
glass of chilled bucks fizz served with old- P O RT S M O U T H H A R B O U R
TICKETS & TIMINGS fashioned, courteous attention by your personal
The departure/arrival times shown in this carriage steward, followed by a late morning tea/ S TAT E S M A N
publication and our website are approximate, coffee service with pastries. Following an afternoon
WEDNESDAY 23 MARCH - DEPARTING FROM
based on the best information available when the stop for sightseeing you will be welcomed back on
tour was first planned so they should be treated as board with a glass of chilled champagne and DONCASTER (05.00/22.55) / RETFORD (05.30/22.25) / NEWARK NORTHGATE (06.00/21.55)
a rough guide only. However, please be aware that selection of tempting canapés as you look forward GRANTHAM (06.20/21.35) / PETERBOROUGH (06.50/21.05) / HUNTINGDON (07.20/20.35
these timings can vary considerably when the to the gastronomic journey ahead comprising of a ST NEOTS (07.30/20.25) / HITCHIN (08.00/19.55) / STEVENAGE (08.15/19.40)
confirmed timings are received from Network sumptuous four course dinner, lovingly created by WELWYN GARDEN CITY (08.35/19.20)
Rail and we are unable to consider a cancellation, our brigade of chefs and accompanied by a half
refund or transfer due to the confirmed timings bottle of house wine. Your memorable journey WEDNESDAY 30 MARCH - DEPARTING FROM
being different to the approximate ones previously concludes with the service of coffee & Petits Fours. CREWE (06.00/22.30) / STAFFORD (06.30/22.00) / RUGELEY TOWN (07.00/21.30)
advised. The tickets, seating information and An extensive range of drinks including aperitifs, CANNOCK (07.20/21.10) / WALSALL (07.30/21.00) / BIRMINGHAM NEW STREET (07.50/20.40)
itinerary for all tours are normally posted first fine wines, champagne, and liquors is available SOLIHULL (08.10/20.20) / DORRIDGE (08.20/20.10) / WARWICK PARKWAY (08.30/20.00)
class 7 days prior to the date of travel. for purchase throughout the day. LEAMINGTON SPA (08.50/19.40) / BANBURY (09.10/19.20)
For more information and to book online Enjoy an exciting day trip to the Mary Rose. Now, the ship takes pride of place at the
centre of its very own museum where visitors can see
please visit: www.statesmanrail.com dynamic and vibrant waterfront city
or call 0345 310 2458 the ship in all her glory - Also, board the world’s most
of Portsmouth to visit the numerous famous warship, HMS Victory, and visit the Victorian
attractions including the fabulous Royal powerhouse HMS Warrior.
Naval Dockyard home to HMS Victory
Perhaps take a harbour cruise or visit the attraction
and the Mary Rose.
that is fast becoming the modern emblem of
Our train will arrive at Harbour Station and is only Portsmouth - the Emirates Spinnaker Tower
a short walk to the Historic Dockyard (admission stretching 170 metres above Gunwharf Quays -
payable locally) home to Henry VIII’s flagship the making it taller than the London Eye.
FIRST CLASS (NON-DINING) £175 / PULLMAN DINING £330
Guaranteed window tables for 2 are available at a supplement of £40 per person
CALL RESERVATIONS ON 0345 310 2458
OR BOOK ONLINE WWW.STATESMANRAIL.COM
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SETTLE & CARLISLE Step aboard the celebrated ‘Statesman’ land cruise train for a very special circular
tour including a journey over the entire majestic route of the famous
C I RC U L A R Settle to Carlisle railway and Cumbrian Fells.
With great limestone peaks and deep valleys, we
SATURDAY 8 JANUARY - DEPARTING FROM
travel over no fewer than 19 viaducts and through 12
HEREFORD (08.20/18.45) / LEOMINSTER (08.40/18.30) / LUDLOW (09.00/18.10) tunnels on this masterpiece of Victorian engineering
CRAVEN ARMS (09.10/18.00) / CHURCH STRETTON (09.20/17.50) / SHREWSBURY (09.40/17.30) - including the famous Ribblehead Viaduct. Our train
WHITCHURCH (10.00/17.10) / CREWE (10.20/16.50) heads into the Yorkshire Dales for a spectacular
journey over the magnificent high Pennines. The
SATURDAY 15 JANUARY - DEPARTING FROM sheer scale of the scenery is apparent as we pass such
WORCESTER SHRUB HILL (08.00/19.15) / DROITWICH SPA (08.10/19.00) famous landmarks as Batty Moss, Wild Boar Fell and
KIDDERMINSTER (08.30/18.40) / STOURBRIDGE JCT (08.45/18.25) Mallerstang Edge, with views of the three peaks
TAME BRIDGE PARKWAY (09.25/17.45) / STAFFORD (09.50/17.20) / CREWE (10.20/16.50) towering over the line. One magnificent sight follows
another before we gradually descend into the tranquil
Eden Valley and return over the west coast route
SATURDAY 5 FEBRUARY - DEPARTING FROM
through Penrith, climbing over Shap summit and
LOUGHBOROUGH (07.55/18.30) / BARROW UPON SOAR (08.00/18.25) / LEICESTER (08.15/18.15) through the pretty Lune Gorge affording stunning
NARBOROUGH (08.25/18.05) / HINCKLEY (08.35/17.55) / NUNEATON (08.45/17.45) views of the Cumbrian mountains.
TAMWORTH (09.00/17.30) / LICHFIELD TRENT VALLEY (09.10/17.20)
RUGELEY TRENT VALLEY (09.20/17.10)
SATURDAY 12 FEBRUARY - DEPARTING FROM
SCARBOROUGH (08.40/18.55) / SEAMER (08.50/18.45) / MALTON (09.10/18.20) / YORK (09.40/17.55)
CHURCH FENTON (10.05/17.45) / GARFORTH (10.15/17.35) / LEEDS (10.30/17.20)
SHIPLEY (11.05/16.50) / KEIGHLEY (11.15/16.40) / SKIPTON (11.30/16.20)
SATURDAY 19 FEBRUARY - DEPARTING FROM
TELFORD (08.15/19.00) / WELLINGTON (08.25/18.45) / SHREWSBURY (08.40/18.30)
GOBOWEN (09.10/18.00) / CHIRK (09.20/17.50) / RUABON (09.30/17.30) / WREXHAM (09.50/17.15)
CHESTER (10.00/16.50) / FRODSHAM (10.15/16.35) / WARRINGTON BANK QUAY (10.30/16.20)
WEDNESDAY 8 JUNE - DEPARTING FROM
STRATFORD UPON AVON (07.45/19.25) / HENLEY IN ARDEN (08.00/19.10) / SHIRLEY (08.20/18.50)
HALL GREEN (08.25/18.45) / BIRMINGHAM NEW STREET (08.40/18.30)
TAME BRIDGE PARKWAY (08.55/18.15) / WALSALL (09.05/18.05) / CANNOCK (09.20/17.50)
RUGELEY TOWN (09.30/17.40)
SATURDAY 1 OCTOBER - DEPARTING FROM
NEWCASTLE (08.05/16.00) / CHESTER-LE-STREET (08.20/16.15) / DURHAM (08.30/16.25)
DARLINGTON (09.35/17.35) / NORTHALLERTON (09.55/17.55) / THIRSK (10.05/18.05)
YORK (10.35/18.35) / CHURCH FENTON (10.50/18.50)
FIRST CLASS £175 / PULLMAN DINING £330
SATURDAY 15 OCTOBER - DEPARTING FROM Guaranteed window tables for 2 are available at a supplement of £40 per person
HULL (08.20/18.10) / BROUGH (08.40/17.50) / GILBERDYKE (08.50/17.45) / HOWDEN (08.55/17.40) SEL-
BY (09.00/17.30) / LEEDS (09.30/17.05) / WAKEFIELD KIRKGATE (09.45/16.50) CALL RESERVATIONS ON 0345 310 2458
BRIGHOUSE (10.00/16.35) / HEBDEN BRIDGE (10.15/16.20) OR BOOK ONLINE WWW.STATESMANRAIL.COM
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We are delighted to present a three-day weekend break to the Highlands of
WEST HIGHLAND Scotland at this most dramatic and beautiful time of year – The journey will be
S TAT E S M A N over the entire length of the world-famous West Highland line, featuring some of
the most spectacular scenery in Scotland
SATURDAY 5 TO MONDAY 7 MARCH - DEPARTING FROM
Crossing magnificent bridges and viaducts our SUNDAY
STEVENAGE (05.40/00.30) / HITCHIN (05.50/00.15) / ST NEOTS (06.15/23.50)
train climbs high into the mountains offering ‘The Statesman’ departs from Fort William at 09.00
HUNTINGDON (06.25/23.40) / PETERBOROUGH (06.40/23.20) / GRANTHAM (07.10/22.50)
views of tumbling waterfalls, peaceful lochs, and for the magnificent 84-mile round trip to Mallaig -
NEWARK NORTHGATE (07.35/22.25) / RETFORD (08.05/21.55) / DONCASTER (08.35/21.25)
the prospect of snow-covered mountains as they Passing Ben Nevis we travel along the shoreline of
YORK (09.05/20.50)
glisten in winter sunlight. Loch Eil and at Glenfinnan cross the viaduct featured
in the ‘Harry Potter’ movies offering stunning vistas
SATURDAY 12 TO MONDAY 14 MARCH - DEPARTING FROM HOTELS down Loch Shiel and regarded by many as the most
MILTON KEYNES (06.25/23.00) / RUGBY (07.15/22.15) / NUNEATON (07.30/22.00) No overnight accommodation is included allowing spectacular view in Britain. There will be a short
TAMWORTH (07.50/21.40) / LICHFIELD TRENT VALLEY (08.00/21.30) / STAFFORD (08.20/21.10) you the freedom and flexibility to arrange your own break in the pretty fishing port of Mallaig before
CREWE (09.00/20.40) / WARRINGTON BANK QUAY (09.20/20.10) hotels in Fort William. For further advise and a list of retracing our outward route passing the white sands
WIGAN NORTH WESTERN (09.30/19.50) / PRESTON (10.10/19.40) recommended hotels please contact our office. of Morar with an arrival back in Fort William about
14.00 with the remainder of the afternoon at leisure
MOBILITY for sightseeing
This tour is not suitable for guests requiring the use
of a wheelchair or with severe mobility issues as the MONDAY
platforms at some remote stations in the highlands Departing Fort William around 09.00 we travel
are much shorter than our train, low, or accessible up the Great Glen, passing the falls of Orchy and
only by a footbridge or steps. through Monessie Gorge, then alongside Loch Treig
with stunning views of the Nevis Range and Mamore
SATURDAY Mountains. A stop (weather permitting) will be
Our train travels north with splendid views of either made at the isolated station at Rannoch for a short
the Northumberland coast or Lakeland Fells before photographic break with views of the snow-covered
crossing the border, continuing through the Scottish mountains - continuing homeward around the
Lowlands to Glasgow and along the banks of the Horseshoe Curve and County March summit.
River Clyde, where we join the scenic and spectacular
West Highland line. Passing Loch Long and Loch ON TRAIN MEALS: (PULLMAN ONLY)
Lomond we climb high into the mountains for a Saturday: Full English breakfast, light
memorable journey over the wild expanse of Rannoch Luncheon and four course Dinner
Moor with an arrival into Fort William around 20.30. Sunday: Morning Tea/Coffee & shortbread and
light Luncheon
Monday: Seven course ‘Taste of Scotland’
Luncheon and Supper
FIRST CLASS £470 / PULLMAN DINING £800
Guaranteed window tables for 2 are available at a supplement of £80 per person
CALL RESERVATIONS ON 0345 310 2458
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W H I T BY Step aboard ‘The Statesman’ celebrated train for a very special day tour through
the Yorkshire Moors and Esk Valley to the historic fishing port of Whitby for an
S TAT E S M A N afternoon break
We travel past historic York and along the East
SATURDAY 2 APRIL - DEPARTING FROM Coast route to Middlesbrough, and into vast open
WOLVERHAMPTON (06.00/23.55) / PENKRIDGE (06.10/23.45) / STAFFORD (06.20/23.35) moorland, meandering through the magnificent
CREWE (06.50/23.05) / WARRINGTON BANK QUAY (07.20/22.35) forests and dales of the North Yorkshire Moors
NEWTON LE WILLOWS (08.20/21.55) / MANCHESTER VICTORIA (08.40/21.35) National Park with its picturesque villages of honey
ROCHDALE (08.55/21.20) / TODMORDEN (09.05/21.10) / HEBDEN BRIDGE (09.20/20.50) sandstone, embattled castles & historic abbeys
which has become famous as the setting for the TV
drama ‘Heartbeat’ - to the ancient fishing town of
SATURDAY 12 NOVEMBER - DEPARTING FROM Whitby, where around two hours will be available
WORCESTER SHRUB HILL (06.00/23.55) / DROITWICH SPA (06.15/23.35) at your leisure.
KIDDERMINSTER (06.30/23.20) / STOURBRIDGE JUNCTION (06.45/23.05)
BIRMINGHAM NEW STREET (07.15/22.35) / TAMWORTH (07.45/22.05) The Esk Valley line is one of the hidden gems of the
BURTON ON TRENT (08.00/21.50) / DERBY (08.15/21.35) / CHESTERFIELD (08.45/21.05) railway network. It offers a succession of constant
surprises and stunning views. Passing Sleights and
Ruswarp to the beautiful fishing port of Whitby
with its narrow-cobbled streets, bustling harbour
and intriguing curio shops selling the famous
Whitby jet jewellery. During your stay consider
enjoying the best fish n chips in Britain and walk
it off by climbing the 199 steps that lead from the
old town up to the ruins of St Hilda’s Abbey
dominating the skyline and inspired Bram Stoker
to write his novel, Dracula.
FIRST CLASS £175 / PULLMAN DINING £330
Guaranteed window tables for 2 are available at a supplement of £40 per person
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Enjoy a memorable day on board ‘The Statesman’ as we travel through the heart
ROYA L W I N D S O R of England and around the London suburbs to Windsor & Eton Riverside Station,
S TAT E S M A N which as the name suggests is right by the river and only a short walking distance to
all the attractions.
WEDNESDAY 13 APRIL - DEPARTING FROM Royal Windsor has so much to offer with all
SHREWSBURY (06.00/23.40) / WELLINGTON (06.15/23.25) / TELFORD (06.30/23.15) attractions within easy walking distance ranging
WOLVERHAMPTON (07.00/22.45) / TAME BRIDGE PARKWAY (07.15/22.30) / STOURBRIDGE JCT (08.00/21.40) from the imposing castle, being the oldest and
KIDDERMINSTER (08.20/21.20) / DROITWICH SPA (08.35/21.00) / WORCESTER SHRUB HILL (08.45/20.45) largest inhabited castle in the world and has been
the family home of British Kings & Queens for
WEDNESDAY 20 APRIL - DEPARTING FROM 1,000 years. It is the official residence of Her
CARNFORTH (06.00/22.00) / LANCASTER (06.10/21.50) / PRESTON (06.30/21.30) Majesty the Queen, and her favourite weekend
WIGAN NORTH WESTERN (06.55/21.10) / WARRINGTON BANK QUAY (07.15/20.50) home so is well worth a visit – there are also lovely
CREWE (07.45/20.20) / STAFFORD (08.15/19.50) / RUGELEY TRENT VALLEY (08.35/19.30) riverside walks, beautiful gardens, open top bus
LICHFIELD TRENT VALLEY (08.55/19.15) / TAMWORTH (09.10/19.00) tours, regular riverboat cruises and a bustling and
NUNEATON (09.30/18.40) historic town centre with numerous cafés, bars,
restaurants, and designer shops. Perhaps cross the
WEDNESDAY 27 APRIL - DEPARTING FROM bridge over the River Thames and take a walk-up
HULL (05.50/22.05) / BROUGH (06.00/21.55) / GILBERDYKE (06.10/21.45) / GOOLE (06.20/21.35) historic Eton High Street to visit the stunning old
DONCASTER (07.00/21.05) / RETFORD (07.20/20.50) / NEWARK NORTHGATE (07.35/20.35) college where Prince William went to school.
GRANTHAM (07.50/20.20) / PETERBOROUGH (08.20/19.50) / HUNTINGDON (08.45/19.30)
ST NEOTS (09.00/19.15) / STEVENAGE (09.30/18.45) There should be around 4 hours available to enjoy
this wonderful location before our train returns in
the late afternoon.
FIRST CLASS £175 / PULLMAN DINING £330
Guaranteed window tables for 2 are available at a supplement of £40 per person
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Join us for a wonderful day out with a journey through beautiful Somerset and
ENGLISH RIVIERA around the beautiful Devon coast with time available to discover the many
S TAT E S M A N charms of the ‘English Riviera’ for an afternoon sightseeing break in the seaside
resorts of either Torquay or Paignton
SATURDAY 23 APRIL - DEPARTING FROM Travelling alongside the stunning Exe Estuary past an azure sea it matches anything you’ll find on the
ELY (05.40/23.45) / WATERBEACH (06.00/23.30) / CAMBRIDGE (06.15/23.20) / ROYSTON (06.35/23.00) Powderham Castle there are magnificent views across French Riviera. There are beautiful gardens and a
LETCHWORTH (06.50/22.35) / STEVENAGE (07.00/22.25) / WELWYN GARDEN CITY (07.15/22.00) to the Jurassic coast as our train takes the exciting sea palm tree lined promenade leading to a lively harbour
POTTERS BAR (07.25/21.45) / FINSBURY PARK (07.40/21.20) wall line racing through tunnels and cuttings of red and international marina with an abundance of
rock and along beaches and coves at Dawlish with the pavement cafés, pubs, shops, and quality restaurants.
SATURDAY 14 MAY - DEPARTING FROM sea keeping company all the way to Newton Abbot.
PAIGNTON
RUGBY (07.00/22.45) / LONG BUCKBY (07.10/22.35) / NORTHAMPTON (07.25/22.20)
There is a choice of two destinations in which to relax With gorgeous long sandy blue flag beaches, paddler
MILTON KEYNES (07.45/22.00) / LEIGHTON BUZZARD (08.00/21.45) / HEMEL HEMPSTEAD (08.20/21.25) WAT-
before ‘The Statesman’ returns homeward in the late friendly waters, a traditional pier and seafront alive
FORD JUNCTION (08.30/21.15) / SLOUGH (09.30/20.15) / MAIDENHEAD (09.45/20.00)
afternoon. with holiday fun there is no shortage of things to do,
alternatively take a steam train ride (payable locally)
WEDNESDAY 3 AUGUST - DEPARTING FROM TORQUAY along one of the most idyllic stretches of coastline
NOTTINGHAM (06.10/23.50) / BEESTON (06.20/23.45) / EAST MIDLANDS PARKWAY (06.30/23.35) One of Britain’s top tourist resorts and a jewel in in the country and through the woodland estate
LOUGHBOROUGH (06.40/23.20) / LEICESTER (07.00/23.05) / NARBOROUGH (07.10/22.55) the English Rivera’s crown made popular by the once owned by Agatha Christie to the riverside
HINCKLEY (07.25/22.40) / NUNEATON (07.35/22.30) / COLESHILL PARKWAY (08.00/22.10) Victorians with sparkling white Villas perched on station at Kingswear
BARNT GREEN (09.00/21.10) / BROMSGROVE (09.20/20.45) / WORCESTERSHIRE PARKWAY (09.55/20.30) verdant hilltops overlooking pure sandy beaches and
FIRST CLASS £175 / PULLMAN DINING £330
Guaranteed window tables for 2 are available at a supplement of £40 per person
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LLANDUDNO DREAMING SPIRES
S TAT E S M A N S TAT E S M A N
SATURDAY 30 APRIL - DEPARTING FROM SATURDAY 7 MAY - DEPARTING FROM
ELY (06.20/22.45) / MARCH (06.40/22.25) / PETERBOROUGH (07.15/21.55) / STAMFORD (07.30/21.40) PENZANCE (07.00/22.00) / ST ERTH (07.10/21.50) / REDRUTH (07.25/21.35) / TRURO (07.40/21.20)
OAKHAM (07.55/21.15) / MELTON MOWBRAY (08.10/21.00) / LEICESTER (09.05/20.35) ST AUSTELL (08.00/21.00) / BODMIN PARKWAY (08.20/20.40) / LISKEARD (08.40/20.20)
NARBOROUGH (09.15/20.25) / HINCKLEY (09.25/20.05) / NUNEATON (09.35/19.40) PLYMOUTH (09.00/20.00)
We are pleased to present a memorable day out for the May Bank Holiday as “The We are pleased to present a day excursion departing from stations in Cornwall on
Statesman” travels along the spectacular Welsh coast offering sweeping sea views for ‘The Statesman’ celebrated train for a journey through Devon and the west country to
an afternoon break in the beautiful seaside resort of Llandudno to visit the popular historic Oxford, the city of dreaming spires for an afternoon sightseeing break.
annual Victorian Extravaganza.
Our journey takes us over the impressive Devon hills Oxford is famous worldwide for its prestigious
and around the spectacular coastline at Dawlish. university, the oldest in the world as it sits on the
Every year the Victorian Extravaganza offers a great
Passing Exeter, we continue through the Blackdown banks of the Thames where you may take a trip on a
opportunity to experience life in a former more
Hills and along the Vale of the white horse to punt or if you prefer perhaps an open top bus tour
graceful age with the townspeople dressing in period
Swindon and onward to historic Oxford for an offering views of all the historic sites. There is plenty
costume and vintage cars and omnibuses taking to the
afternoon sightseeing break. to see and do with galleries, museums, designer shops
streets. In addition, traditional fairgrounds, brass
and eateries, plus familiar sights often used as the
bands, steam engines & Wurlitzer organs perform
backdrop to many TV and movie productions such as
along the promenade and perhaps take a ride up the
Inspector Morse and Harry Potter.
Great Orme on board the preserved working tramway
that dates to 1902. All events are within easy walking
distance of the station and easily accessible.
FIRST CLASS £175 / PULLMAN DINING £330 FIRST CLASS £175 / PULLMAN DINING £330
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C O R N I S H E X P LO R E R We are pleased to present a relaxing long weekend break to Cornwall the land of
myths and legends on board “The Statesman” land cruise train. With its rugged
S TAT E S M A N coastlines, quaint fishing villages, sparkling blue sea and sandy beaches you
will savour some of the most unspoilt countryside in Britain basking in milder
FRIDAY 6 TO SUNDAY 8 MAY - DEPARTING FROM temperatures warmed by the Gulf Stream and offering an unforgettable
PETERBOROUGH (07.40/20.00) / MARCH (08.00/19.30) / ELY (08.20/19.10) / CAMBRIDGE (08.40/18.50) three-day break.
ROYSTON (08.50/18.40) / LETCHWORTH (09.10/18.20) / STEVENAGE (09.20/18.10)
WELWYN GARDEN CITY (09.40/17.50) / POTTERS BAR (10.10/17.20) / SLOUGH (11.10/16.20) FRIDAY stunning views across unspoilt beaches and coves –
MAIDENHEAD (11.30/16.00) Our train travels through beautiful Somerset before Whatever you choose don’t forget to include a
passing historic Exeter with spectacular views across sumptuous cream tea or freshly made Cornish Pasty.
the River Exe as we follow the coastline and dash
FRIDAY 23 TO SUNDAY 25 SEPTEMBER - DEPARTING FROM through cuttings of red rock and around the sea wall SUNDAY
YORK (06.10/21.20) / DONCASTER (06.40/21.00) / SHEFFIELD (07.20/20.30) at Dawlish prior to climbing the Devon banks with Departing from Penzance late morning we call at St
CHESTERFIELD (07.50/20.10) / DERBY (08.45/19.40) / LONG EATON (09.00/19.30) views of Dartmoor, then into Cornwall over Brunel’s Erth and Truro, and then retrace our outward journey
EAST MIDLANDS PARKWAY (09.15/19.15) / LOUGHBOROUGH (09.25/19.00) famous Royal Albert Bridge. You may choose to alight through maritime Plymouth and around the Devon
LEICESTER (09.55/18.40) / HINCKLEY (10.15/18.15) / NUNEATON (10.25/18.05) at the county town of Truro for the regular rail service coastline.
to beautiful Falmouth offering a wide choice of
top-quality hotels overlooking the harbour or on the HOTELS
seafront and just a short walk from the station, No overnight accommodation is included on this tour
alternatively continue to alight at St Erth and board allowing you the flexibility to arrange your own hotels
the local train for the short journey through Carbis in Truro, Falmouth, Carbis Bay, St Ives, or Penzance.
Bay to St Ives, the dazzling Jewel in Cornwall’s crown For further advise and a list of suggested hotels please
and voted Britain’s best holiday destination. Our final contact our office.
destination is the historic seafaring town of Penzance,
offering numerous hotels and guest houses, including
a brand-new ‘Premier Inn’ directly opposite the
station where we are due to arrive around 18.00.
SATURDAY
The day is yours at leisure to relax and enjoy your
chosen resort, or venture further afield with perhaps a
day’s sail from Penzance on ‘Scillonian III’ to the
beautiful and unspoilt Isles of Scilly, or visit the quaint
fishing villages of Newlyn and Mousehole, or take a
walk along the cliff top and coastal paths offering
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WEDNESDAY 25 MAY - DEPARTING FROM
SWINDON (05.35/23.30) / KEMBLE (05.50/23.10) / STROUD (06.05/22.55) / STONEHOUSE (06.20/22.45)
CHELTENHAM SPA (06.35/22.30) / WORCESTER SHRUB HILL (07.05/22.00) / DROITWICH SPA (07.15/21.45)
KIDDERMINSTER (07.35/21.30) / STOURBRIDGE JCT (07.55/21.15) / TAME BRIDGE PARKWAY (08.50/20.35)
WEDNESDAY 22 JUNE - DEPARTING FROM
CHESTERFIELD (06.10/23.05) / ALFRETON (06.25/22.50) / ILKESTON (06.40/22.35)
EAST MIDLANDS PARKWAY (07.00/22.15) / LOUGHBOROUGH (07.10/22.05) / LEICESTER (07.20/21.55)
NARBOROUGH (07.30/21.45) / HINCKLEY (07.40/21.35) / NUNEATON (07.50/21.25)
WEDNESDAY 14 SEPTEMBER - DEPARTING FROM ‘The Statesman’ celebrated train heads into North Wales for a journey along
HIGH WYCOMBE (06.00/23.55) / PRINCES RISBOROUGH (06.25/23.40) / HADDENHAM & THAME (06.35/23.25) BICES- the spectacular coastal route with sweeping sea views and climbs high into the
TER NORTH (06.55/23.05) / BANBURY (07.10/22.35) / LEAMINGTON SPA (07.35/21.45) Snowdonia National Park and up the stunningly beautiful Conwy Valley. There is
WARWICK PARKWAY (07.40/21.35) / DORRIDGE (08.10/21.20) / SOLIHULL (08.25/21.10)
the option of spending time at either the popular tourist centre of Betws-y-Coed
BIRMINGHAM NEW STREET (08.50/20.25)
or Blaenau Ffestiniog where we have an optional steam excursion on the famous
Ffestiniog Railway
Travelling across the Cheshire plain to Chester and to Harlech and beyond. Seating is limited to 150
passing the Roman Walls we enter Wales running passengers so early booking is essential.
alongside the Irish Sea on a coastline famed for its Supplement: £25 per person
beaches and views. At Llandudno Junction the train
reverses for the spectacular journey up the MOBILITY
beautiful Conwy Valley where a breath-taking This tour is not suitable for guests with
range of scenery unfolds, from historic castles wheelchairs or serious mobility issues as the
through estuary rich in wildlife, to gentle slopes platforms at some stations are much shorter than
that give way to majestic crags with views of our train or accessible only by a footbridge and it
tumbling waterfalls and high mountains. The high may be necessary to walk through several carriages
peaks of Snowdonia are on view before our train when boarding or alighting. It is not possible to
enters the imposing slate landscape of Blaenau transfer between our train and the Ffestiniog
Ffestiniog. It is here you may join our optional tour. Railway in a wheelchair.
The train returns in the late afternoon retracing
our journey over the same enchanting route.
FFESTINIOG RAILWAY
Adjacent to the main line station in Blaenau
Ffestiniog is the terminus of one of the Great Little
Trains of Wales - the narrow gauge Ffestiniog
FIRST CLASS £175 / PULLMAN DINING £330 Railway which was built in 1836 to carry slate down
to the coast. Our privately chartered steam train
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will be waiting to take you on a return journey to
Tan-y-Bwlch as it twists and turns around the
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18 CLICK ON THE DATE TO VIEW ONLINE 19We present a day tour to Cornwall the land of myths and legends on board “The
CORNISH RIVIERA Statesman” train - with rugged coastlines and quaint fishing villages you will
S TAT E S M A N savour some of the most unspoilt countryside in Britain and the opportunity to
visit either the county town of Truro, or maritime Falmouth, pretty St Ives, or
SATURDAY 25 JUNE - DEPARTING FROM historic Penzance.
WOLVERHAMPTON (05.15/22.30) / TAME BRIDGE PARKWAY (05.35/22.10)
The highlights of this tour include the twisting The final stop for ‘The Statesman’ is Penzance with
STOURBRIDGE JUNCTION (06.25/21.20) KIDDERMINSTER / (06.45/21.00) / DROITWICH SPA (07.05/20.40)
scenic line around the breathtaking sea wall between spectacular views of St Michaels Mount as we arrive
WORCESTER SHRUB HILL (07.15/20.30) / CHELTENHAM SPA (07.45/20.00)
Dawlish and Teignmouth – views of the Dartmoor at the most westerly station in England with the
National Park – and the infamous crossing of the townsfolk celebrating Mazey Day. With around two
iconic Royal Albert Bridge spanning the River Tamar hours at your leisure there is time to discover the
SATURDAY 23 JULY - DEPARTING FROM
designed by Isambard Kingdom Brunel. charms of this famous Cornish port and perhaps
DERBY (05.15/23.30) / BURTON ON TRENT (05.35/23.15) / TAMWORTH (05.55/23.00) enjoy a cream tea by the harbour or freshly made
WATER ORTON (06.15/22.40) / BARNT GREEN (06.45/22.05) / BROMSGROVE (06.55/21.55) Pasty followed by a stroll along the promenade or
We travel through the heart of Cornwall to historic
WORCESTER PARKWAY (07.05/21.40) / CHELTENHAM SPA (07.15/21.30) coastal path towards Marazion.
Truro with its magnificent Cathedral and bustling
BRISTOL PARKWAY (08.00/20.45)
shopping centre or perhaps take the local branch
line service for a visit to maritime Falmouth (payable
locally) with its deep-water harbour, curio shops,
castles and perhaps a memorable boat trip on the
beautiful River Fal.
Our next stop is St Erth where you may join the
regular local service train (payable locally) on the
beautiful journey around the Hayle Estuary and
Carbis Bay with magnificent views of Godrevy
Lighthouse and 3 miles of golden sands to visit the
ancient fishing town of St Ives - considered to be the
prettiest holiday resort in Britain with its beaches,
quaint cobbled streets, Tate Gallery, sub-tropical
gardens, and historic harbour.
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20 CLICK ON THE DATE TO VIEW ONLINE 21Travel on ‘The Statesman’ celebrated train for a delightful journey through the
YO R K S H I R E C O A S T heart of England and into Yorkshire to visit the quintessential seaside resort of
S TAT E S M A N Scarborough for an afternoon sightseeing break.
Passing through Derbyshire and onto historic York
WEDNESDAY 1 JUNE - DEPARTING FROM we cross the River Ouse with magnificent views
HIGH WYCOMBE (05.45/22.00) / PRINCES RISBOROUGH (06.00/21.50 ) of the Minster towering over the city, then cross
HADDENHAM & THAME (06.10/21.40) / BICESTER NORTH (06.25/21.25) / BANBURY (06.40/21.10) the Vale of York and follow the River Derwent past
LEAMINGTON SPA (07.25/20.50) / WARWICK PARKWAY (07.40/20.45) / DORRIDGE (08.10/20.30) Kirkham Abbey with views of the North Yorkshire
SOLIHULL (08.20/20.15) Moors and through the historic market town of
Malton to delightful Scarborough for an afternoon
WEDNESDAY 29 JUNE - DEPARTING FROM break of around three hours.
NORWICH (06.00/21.45) / WYMONDHAM (06.20/21.25) / THETFORD (06.45/21.00)
BRANDON (06.55/20.50) / MARCH (07.35/20.10) / PETERBOROUGH (07.55/19.50) SCARBOROUGH
STAMFORD (08.15/19.30) / OAKHAM (08.30/19.15) / MELTON MOWBRAY (08.45/19.00) With the supreme accolade of being Britain’s first
LOUGHBOROUGH (09.10/18.40) / EAST MIDLANDS PARKWAY (09.20/18.30) resort Scarborough has been welcoming visitors for
360 years with two long curved sandy bays, ancient
WEDNESDAY 6 JULY - DEPARTING FROM Castle, beautiful gardens, Victorian Cliff Railway, and
historic harbour surrounded with numerous fresh
CARDIFF (06.15/21.35) / NEWPORT (06.30/21.20) / SEVERN TUNNEL JUNCTION (06.40/21.10)
seafood stalls there is plenty to see and do – don’t
CHEPSTOW (06.50/21.00) / LYDNEY (07.00/20.50) / GLOUCESTER (07.20/20.30)
forget to sample the legendary Yorkshire fish n chips
CHELTENHAM SPA (07.30/20.20) / WORCESTER PARKWAY (07.45/20.05) / BROMSGROVE (08.00/19.50)
regarded by many as the best in Britain.
TAMWORTH (09.00/18.50 / DERBY (09.20/18.30)
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22 CLICK ON THE DATE TO VIEW ONLINE 23The celebrated ‘Statesman’ land cruise train travels to the south coast for a
D O R S E T C OA S T memorable mid-summer journey through the beautiful New Forest to visit either
S TAT E S M A N Bournemouth, Poole, or Weymouth.
We travel through maritime Southampton and across
SATURDAY 9 JULY - DEPARTING FROM the beautiful New Forest to our first optional stop
NORWICH (06.20/23.35) / DISS (06.40/23.15) / STOWMARKET (06.50/23.05) / IPSWICH (07.05/22.50) at Bournemouth where around four hours will be
MANNINGTREE (07.20/22.35) / COLCHESTER (07.30/22.25) / CHELMSFORD (08.00/21.55) available to enjoy the elegant seaside resort with its
ROMFORD (08.15/21.45) / STRATFORD (08.30/21.30) seven miles of golden sands, a vast variety of shops
and beautiful award-winning gardens where you
can perhaps enjoy a traditional afternoon tea whilst
WEDNESDAY 31 AUGUST - DEPARTING FROM listening to a brass band.
WOLVERHAMPTON (06.00/23.25) / TAME BRIDGE PARKWAY (06.15/23.15)
Alternatively, remain on board our train to Poole
STOURBRIDGE JUNCTION (07.00/22.30) / KIDDERMINSTER (07.15/22.15)
where we offer a break of around three hours - with
DROITWICH SPA (07.25/21.55) / WORCESTER SHRUB HILL (07.35/21.45)
its bustling Quay and stunning natural harbour there
CHELTENHAM SPA (08.00/21.15) / STONEHOUSE (08.20/20.50) / STROUD (08.30/20.40)
are beautiful views across to the Isle of Purbeck.
KEMBLE (08.50/20.15)
Perhaps take a boat trip to Brownsea Island, rich in
wildlife and history this is the home of Scouting or
take a Jurassic coastal cruise. There are a multitude
of eateries along the harbour with outdoor seating
where the local seafood is a speciality.
The final destination of our train for a break of around
two hours is the ancient seaside town of Weymouth
– set in Thomas Hardy’s beloved countryside that
featured as the background to his Wessex novels
and was a favourite haunt of King George III with
historical buildings and Georgian seafront, a modern
town centre complemented by quaint side streets,
all of which is connected by over three miles of level
promenade. The picturesque leisure harbour boasts
fishing boats, yachts, and catamarans.
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S TAT E S M A N S TAT E S M A N
SATURDAY 13 AUGUST - DEPARTING FROM
SATURDAY 20 AUGUST - DEPARTING FROM
ELY (05.10/22.45) / MARCH (05.30/22.20) / PETERBOROUGH (06.00/21.55) / STAMFORD (06.20/21.35)
SHREWSBURY (06.10/22.50) / WELLINGTON (06.30/22.30) / TELFORD (06.45/22.10)
OAKHAM (06.40/21.20) / MELTON MOWBRAY (06.50/21.05) / LOUGHBOROUGH (07.25/20.35)
WOLVERHAMPTON (07.05/21.45) / TAME BRIDGE (07.20/21.30)
EAST MIDLANDS PARKWAY (07.35/20.25) / ILKESTON (08.05/20.10) / ALFRETON (08.20/19.55)
BIRMINGHAM INTERNATIONAL (07.50/21.00) / COVENTRY (08.05/20.40) / RUGBY (08.20/20.10)
CHESTERFIELD (08.35/19.40)
NORTHAMPTON (08.40/19.50) / MILTON KEYNES (09.00/19.30)
We present a scenic tour through the iconic landmarks and beautiful dramatic
coastline of Northumberland to either picturesque Berwick-upon-Tweed for an This is a day out not to be missed as we travel through the heart of England to
afternoon break, or an optional tour to magnificent Alnwick Castle. Eastbourne on the sunny Sussex coast where the biggest annual air show in
Britain is staged on the promenade and seashore.
Our destination is the picturesque and dramatic ALNWICK CASTLE & GARDENS
walled Elizabethan fortress town of Berwick-upon- Alight our train at Alnmouth and road coaches will Our train takes the North London line to Clapham Held to be one of the sunniest resorts in England
Tweed overlooking the river. There are views to transport you on the short journey to the foreboding Junction where we join the Brighton line for a fast award winning Eastbourne, which nestles at the
Lindisfarne and walks around the battlements or visit Alnwick Castle that has been the seat of the Dukes run past Gatwick Airport and towards the lovely foot of the south downs next to the national beauty
the historic quay. of Northumberland since 1309. Admission includes Sussex Downs National Park and through the spot Beachy Head, owes much to the Victorians
both the castle and its wonderful gardens - fascinating pretty town of Lewes prior to our arrival in the and the 7th Duke of Devonshire who laid out many
museums, a restaurant and the stunning state rooms elegant resort of Eastbourne about lunch time. beautiful parks and gardens and built the pier. If
containing fine furniture and paintings. More recently Around four hours will be available at your leisure the airshow does not appeal this elegant town has
the castle has found fame as the location of to view the spectacle of ‘Airbourne 2022’. many charms awaiting discovery including an
‘Hogwarts School’ in the Harry Potter movies excellent shopping centre and traditional seaside
and ‘Downton Abbey’ bandstands. Our train returns in the late afternoon
Supplement: £45 per person as we retrace the outward journey.
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This special tour includes a journey over the entire majestic route of the famous
Settle to Carlisle railway, with great limestone peaks and deep valleys we travel
over viaducts and through tunnels on this masterpiece of Victorian engineering
- including the famous Ribblehead Viaduct. Following a break in the historic
Appleby our journey continues over the scenic Cumbrian coastal line.
Our train heads into the Yorkshire Dales for a The Statesman returns around the longest and most
spectacular journey over the magnificent high scenic coastal line in England – the beautiful twisting
Pennines. The sheer scale of the scenery is apparent Cumbrian coast route hugs the coastline offering
as we pass such famous landmarks as Ribblehead spectacular views across the Solway Firth and
Viaduct, Wild Boar Fell and Mallerstang Edge, with towards the Isle of Man, passing through historic
stunning views of the three peaks. One magnificent Whitehaven, pretty Ravenglass and around
SATURDAY 27 AUGUST - DEPARTING FROM sight follows another before we gradually descend Morecambe Bay with the background of the Lake
CARDIFF (06.00/23.50) / NEWPORT (06.20/23.20) / CWMBRAN (06.40/23.00) into the tranquil Eden Valley and the pretty District Mountains aglow with the setting sun.
ABERGAVENNY (06.55/22.45) / HEREFORD (07.30/22.15) / LEOMINSTER (07.45/21.55) Westmorland market town of Appleby for a break of
LUDLOW (08.00/21.40) / CHURCH STRETTON (08.25/21.20) / SHREWSBURY (09.00/21.00) around two hours – Appleby has kept its old-world MOBILITY
CREWE (09.40/20.05) charm with the castle and keep at the brow of the This tour is regrettably not suitable for those with
main street and the town seems as if time has stood severe mobility, walking issues or requiring the use
still. A walk up Boroughgate can transport you back of a wheelchair.
SATURDAY 3 SEPTEMBER - DEPARTING FROM into Medieval England, while the charm of the
MILTON KEYNES (05.40/23.30) / NORTHAMPTON (06.05/23.10) / LONG BUCKBY (06.20/22.55) riverside walks provides an opportunity to experience
RUGBY (06.30/22.45) / COVENTRY (06.50/22.25) / BIRMINGHAM INTERNATIONAL (07.00/22.10) WAL- the tranquillity of the countryside within five minutes
SALL (08.10/21.40) / CANNOCK (08.30/21.25) / RUGELEY TOWN (08.45/21.10) of the town centre.
SATURDAY 8 OCTOBER - DEPARTING FROM FIRST CLASS £175 / PULLMAN DINING £330
READING (05.40/23.55) / TILEHURST (05.45/23.50) / DIDCOT PARKWAY (06.00/23.40) Guaranteed window tables for 2 are available at a supplement of £40 per person
OXFORD (06.20/23.20) / BANBURY (06.40/23.00) / LEAMINGTON SPA (07.00/22.40)
COVENTRY (07.25/22.20) / BEDWORTH (07.55/21.50) / NUNEATON (08.15/21.30)
TAMWORTH (08.25/21.20) / LICHFIELD TRENT VALLEY (08.35/21.10)
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WEDNESDAY 7 DECEMBER - DEPARTING FROM
CARNFORTH (06.20/22.20) / LANCASTER (06.30/22.10) / PRESTON (06.50/21.50)
WIGAN NORTH WESTERN (07.15/21.30) / WARRINGTON BANK QUAY (07.30/21.15)
CREWE (08.00/20.45) / STAFFORD (08.30/20.15) / TAME BRIDGE PARKWAY (09.05/19.45)
BIRMINGHAM INTERNATIONAL (09.45/19.10)
This is a unique tour on ‘The Statesman’ celebrated train offering a journey
through the heart of England and the rolling hills and gentle scenery of beautiful
Wiltshire with a choice of destinations in either the elegant Georgian city of Bath
Spa, or the unique charms of maritime Bristol.
TO R B AY R I V I E R A BATH SPA BRISTOL
the beautiful Somerset city of Georgian elegance The famous seafaring town with its ancient Dockyard
S TAT E S M A N comes alive with its famous and incredibly unique
outdoor Christmas market where over 150 chalet style
including the S.S Great Britain launched by Isambard
Kingdom Brunel in 1843 and now restored as a
SATURDAY 24 SEPTEMBER - DEPARTING FROM stalls offer quality products and brilliant gift ideas. proud memorial to its great designer. Perhaps take a
PENZANCE (09.10/21.30) / ST ERTH (09.20/21.10) / REDRUTH (09.35/21.00) The famous Bath Abbey and Roman Baths provide an walk over the Clifton Suspension Bridge or wander
TRURO (09.50/20.50) / ST AUSTELL (10.10/20.30) amazing backdrop to the city’s festive event offering through the antique shops on the quaintly named
seasonal shopping, fine foods and family fun with Christmas steps.
We are pleased to offer a memorable day tour on ‘The Statesman’ luxury train with stalls showcasing the talents of retailers from Britain
and the Continent. Bath Minster provides regular
a journey over Brunel’s iconic Royal Albert Bridge, through Devon to picturesque carol concerts throughout the day.
Dartmouth with time to discover the many charms of the ‘Torbay Riviera’
We travel through maritime Plymouth and over train returns in the late afternoon along the famous
the steeply graded Devon Banks offering imposing sea wall at Dawlish as the sea keeps company with
views of Dartmoor, then along the scenic coastal the train past Powderham Castle with views over to
line through Torquay to Paignton we join the Exmouth.
preserved heritage line and travel alongside the
beautiful River Dart and into the riverside terminus
at Kingswear, where it is a short crossing on the ferry
(price included) to the historic and romantic port of
Dartmouth for a three-hour afternoon break.
There are antique shops, art galleries and cafés to
explore – or perhaps take a leisurely cruise. Following
time to enjoy the beauty of this picturesque town our
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WEDNESDAY 16 NOVEMBER - DEPARTING FROM
HEREFORD (06.35/22.25) / LEOMINSTER (06.45/22.15) / LUDLOW (06.55/22.05)
CRAVEN ARMS (07.05/21.55) / CHURCH STRETTON (07.15/21.45) / SHREWSBURY (07.30/21.30)
WHITCHURCH (07.40/21.40) / CREWE (08.10/20.50) / WARRINGTON BANK QUAY (08.40/20.20)
WEDNESDAY 23 NOVEMBER - DEPARTING FROM
STAFFORD (06.45/22.30) / STOKE ON TRENT (07.05/22.10) / CONGLETON (07.20/21.50)
MACCLESFIELD (07.30/21.40) / POYNTON (07.40/21.30) / STOCKPORT (07.50/21.20)
MANCHESTER VICTORIA (08.20/20.40) / BOLTON (08.40/20.20) / CHORLEY (08.55/20.05)
PRESTON (09.10/19.50) / LANCASTER (09.30/19.30)
WEDNESDAY 30 NOVEMBER - DEPARTING FROM
HOLYHEAD (06.00/22.45) / BANGOR (06.30/22.15) / LLANDUDNO JUNCTION (06.50/21.55)
COLWYN BAY (07.00/21.50) / RHYL (07.15/21.35) / PRESTATYN (07.20/21.25) / FLINT (07.35/21.10) CHES-
TER (07.55/20.50) / FRODSHAM (08.15/20.35) / WARRINGTON BANK QUAY (08.30/20.20) WIGAN
NORTH WESTERN (08.55/20.05)
This special tour on ‘The Statesman’ celebrated train offers a journey to the
heart of Scotland’s capital where shopping is always a unique experience but at
WEDNESDAY 14 DECEMBER - DEPARTING FROM Christmas - it’s truly magical, when the gardens beneath Edinburgh Castle are
HULL (05.50/22.35) / BROUGH (06.05/22.20) / GILBERDYKE (06.15/22.10) / HOWDEN (06.25/22.05)
transformed into a Winter Wonderland with traditional Christmas markets.
SELBY (06.40/21.50) / LEEDS (07.10/21.10) / SHIPLEY (07.30/20.50) / KEIGHLEY (07.40/20.40)
SKIPTON (07.55/20.25) / HELLIFIELD (08.10/20.10 / SETTLE (08.20/19.55) / KIRKBY STEPHEN (09.00/19.10)
Following departure from your local station ‘The
Statesman’ whisks us north over the border and
through the beautiful Scottish Lowlands for an arrival
into Edinburgh Waverley station around 13.20 and an
afternoon break of around 3 hours. The station is
located just below one of the UK’s most historic and
popular shopping areas – Princes Street, with its
beautifully lit trees and international stores on one
side and a traditional German & Scottish Highland
Christmas Market on the other.
There is something for everyone in this truly
enchanting city with numerous attractions all within
easy walking distance – from the giant Christmas
wheel that lights up the sky high above the festive
gardens, a stroll down the Royal Mile to the Palace
of Holyroodhouse, or the impressive fortress of
Edinburgh Castle. Scotland’s capital has everything
and what makes it even better is the magical
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WED 3 AUGUST ENGLISH RIVIERA STATESMAN
For your convenience, please find a list of 2022 tours in date order. For SAT 13 AUGUST NORTHUMBRIAN STATESMAN
further information and full details of each tour please refer to our website
SAT 20 AUGUST SUSSEX COAST STATESMAN
www.statesmanrail.com
SAT 27 AUGUST SETTLE & CARLISLE COASTAL STATESMAN
WED 31 AUGUST DORSET COAST STATESMAN
SAT 3 SEPTEMBER SETTLE & CARLISLE COASTAL STATESMAN
SAT 8 JANUARY SETTLE & CARLISLE CIRCULAR
WED 14 SEPTEMBER SNOWDONIA STATESMAN
SAT 15 JANUARY SETTLE & CARLISLE CIRCULAR
FRI 23 TO SUN 25 SEPTEMBER CORNISH EXPLORER STATESMAN
SAT 5 FEBRUARY SETTLE & CARLISLE CIRCULAR
SAT 24 SEPTEMBER TORBAY RIVIERA STATESMAN
SAT 12 FEBRUARY SETTLE & CARLISLE CIRCULAR
SAT 1 OCTOBER SETTLE & CARLISLE CIRCULAR
SAT 19 FEBRUARY SETTLE & CARLISLE CIRCULAR
SAT 8 OCTOBER SETTLE & CARLISLE COASTAL STATESMAN
SAT 5 TO MON 7 MARCH WEST HIGHLAND STATESMAN
SAT 15 OCTOBER SETTLE & CARLISLE CIRCULAR
SAT 12 TO MON 14 MARCH WEST HIGHLAND STATESMAN
SAT 12 NOVEMBER WHITBY STATESMAN
WED 23 MARCH PORTSMOUTH HARBOUR STATESMAN
WED 16 NOVEMBER EDINBURGH CHRISTMAS STATESMAN
WED 30 MARCH PORTSMOUTH HARBOUR STATESMAN
WED 23 NOVEMBER EDINBURGH CHRISTMAS STATESMAN
SAT 2 APRIL WHITBY STATESMAN
WED 30 NOVEMBER EDINBURGH CHRISTMAS STATESMAN
WED 13 APRIL ROYAL WINDSOR STATESMAN
WED 7 DECEMBER BATH & BRISTOL CHRISTMAS STATESMAN
WED 20 APRIL ROYAL WINDSOR STATESMAN
WED 14 DECEMBER EDINBURGH CHRISTMAS STATESMAN
SAT 23 APRIL ENGLISH RIVIERA STATESMAN
WED 27 APRIL ROYAL WINDSOR STATESMAN
SAT 30 APRIL LLANDUDNO STATESMAN
FRI 6 TO SUN 8 MAY CORNISH EXPLORER STATESMAN
SAT 7 MAY DREAMING SPIRES STATESMAN
SAT 14 MAY ENGLISH RIVIERA STATESMAN
WED 25 MAY SNOWDONIA STATESMAN
WED 1 JUNE YORKSHIRE COAST STATESMAN
WED 8 JUNE SETTLE & CARLISLE CIRCULAR
WED 22 JUNE SNOWDONIA STATESMAN
SAT 25 JUNE CORNISH RIVIERA
WED 29 JUNE YORKSHIRE COAST STATESMAN
WED 6 JULY YORKSHIRE COAST STATESMAN
34 PHOTO: Jamie Squibbs 35THE ICONIC BLUE PULLMAN THE CLASSIC STEAM EXPERIENCE
Saphos Trains are delighted to present an exclusive programme of steam hauled excursions to
The Midland Pullman was Britain’s first high speed diesel-electric train running in the 1960’s,
transport the discerning traveller to interesting and varied destinations throughout the UK in
offering the best possible at seat deluxe service and is remembered for the trains striking Nankin
luxurious comfort and style. We are custodians of numerous immaculately restored world-famous
Blue livery, white jacketed stewards, and impeccable service... We are honoured to be running
steam engines and are pleased to provide an exciting series of trains offering trips in vintage carriages
tours throughout Britain with out faithful revivals of this iconic service.
which have been painstakingly refurbished to an exacting standard and are painted in a stunning
livery of carmine and cream, reminiscent of the great golden days of railway travel.
For more information visit our website: www.midlandpullman.com
or call our reservation team on: 0800 038 5360 For more information visit our website: www.saphostrains.com
or call our reservation team on: 0800 038 5320
36 37FOR FULL INFORMATION, TERMS & CONDITIONS AND ONLINE BOOKING
www.statesmanrail.com
OR CALL RESERVATIONS ON
0345 310 2458
Statesman Rail Ltd, PO Box 83, St Erth,
Hayle, Cornwall TR27 9AD
EXPLORE MORE TRAIN JOURNEYS AVAILABLE FROM OUR SISTER COMPANIES
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