Excursion:
Settle & Carlisle Steam SpecialDeparture Date:
Sat 19/09/2026Departs from:
ChesterDeparture Time (Approximately):
09:25Return Time (Approximately):
19:45Excursion Info:
Your Journey
No wonder Channel 5 chose to feature our trip over the magnificent Settle-Carlisle line on one of their “The World’s Most Scenic Railway Journeys”.
Narrator Bill Nighy was obviously impressed by the Northern Belle too, telling viewers it was “the Grand Dame of luxury travel”.
The 73-mile route, snaking through the Eden Valley and the Yorkshire Dales, has been dubbed the most beautiful in the world.
And what better way of seeing it than comfortably ensconced in one of the Northern Belle’s plush vintage Pullman-style carriages?
Especially when the train is being hauled by a famous steam locomotive from a bygone era!
The day starts, as usual, as you board the Northern Belle over a red carpet laid across your home station platform.
Within minutes, a liveried steward hands you a sparkling Mimosa cocktail before a delicious three-course brunch is served as we travel North.
Then after a little sightseeing in Carlisle – with the original diesel locomotive now replaced by steam engine – we set out again.
As we head for Settle, with your table adorned with pristine white linen and sparkling glassware, our staff begin serving a sumptuous six-course dinner with the fine wines.
Each dish boasts the freshest seasonal ingredients, classic and innovative recipes, crafted with meticulous attention in our kitchen carriage, before finishing with our Great British Cheese Board and a lovely glass of port.
It all makes for a wonderful dream day you will remember for the rest of your life.
Please note that the prices listed are from prices, and may change. All dates are subject to availability. Discounts are available for groups of four or more.
You may share a table with other participants. A guaranteed table for 2 people can sometimes be reserved at an extra cost (generally £150 per couple), please request this in the form opposite.
The train is not suitable for wheelchair users. A wheelchair can be stored on board (if foldable), but can't be used on the train. Please note: Train tickets are dispatched 5-7 days prior to departure.
3 other excursions departing on Sat 19/09/2026:
Settle & Carlisle Steam Special from Shrewsbury onboard the Northern Belle
Settle & Carlisle Steam Special from Telford onboard the Northern Belle
Settle & Carlisle Steam Special from Wrexham onboard the Northern Belle
3 alternative Settle & Carlisle Steam Special journeys:
Settle & Carlisle Steam Special departing Liverpool on Sat 12/09/2026 onboard the Northern Belle
Settle & Carlisle Steam Special departing Newton-le-Willows on Sat 12/09/2026 onboard the Northern Belle
Settle & Carlisle Steam Special departing Preston on Sat 12/09/2026 onboard the Northern Belle
