DELIGHTFUL JOURNEYS BY STEAM Summer, Autumn and...
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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 steam-hauled 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 2018With 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). The Isle of Wight – Page 6
Chatsworth House – Page 24
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For more details about any of the trips listed in this brochure, please call our
Booking Office on 01483 209 888 or visit the website at
www.SteamDreams.co.uk
Holidays by Steam – Pages 34 to 39
Family Tickets and GroupsAll 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.
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.
Remember, it is an adventure!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.
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 DiningWith 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.
Premier DiningComfortable 1960’s Restaurant Cars with
wood panelling and large picture windows
await you in Premier Dining.
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First ClassPassengers 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 StandardIn 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.
Station Out ReturnLondon* 0830 2210Wimbledon** 0900 N/AWoking 0945 2135Portsmouth Harbour 1130 1955
Passengers travelling in Pullman Style and Premier Dining between Portsmouth and Woking will receive a 2 course evening meal.***Includes ferry transfer to IOW.
LONDON TO PORTSMOUTH & THE ISLE OF WIGHTSaturday 2nd 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.
Rostered Locomotive: Black 5 45212.
PORTSMOUTH TO SALISBURY
Saturday 2nd June 2018
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.
Station Out ReturnPortsmouth & Southsea 1340 1825Salisbury 1525 1635
FaresPullman Style Dining £199Premier Dining £159First Class £109Premium Standard £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.
*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
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LONDON TO EXETER, TORBAY & DARTMOUTH
Sunday 10th 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 Out Return
London Paddington 0715 2330
Slough 0740 2255
Twyford 0800 2240
Reading 0810 2230
Swindon 0855 2120
Taunton 1025 1830
Exeter St Davids 1120 1800
Paigton 1200 1715
Kingswear for Dartmouth
1240 1630
Fares
Pullman Style Dining £279
Premier Dining £219
First Class £169
Premium standard £119
Vintage diesel between London and Taunton
on outward journey.
Exeter to Kingswear
Pullman Style Dining £249
Premier Dining £189
First Class £139
Premium standard £89
LONDON TO CARDIFF
Thursday 14th 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 Out Return
London Paddington 0920 2140
Slough 0945 2100
Reading 1030 2040
Swindon 1145 1845
Cardiff 1430 1645
Fares
Pullman Style Dining £249
Premier Dining £209
First Class £159
Premium standard £109
Steam hauled throughout.
There will be a reduced meal service for diners joining at Swindon on return journey.
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‘A BRIEF ENCOUNTER WITH FLYING SCOTSMAN’ – LONDON VICTORIA TO PRESTON OR CARNFORTH
Monday 18th 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 Out Return
London Victoria/Euston
0845 1930
Milton Keynes 1035 1900
Preston 1530 1615
Carnforth 1700 N/A
Fares
Pullman Style Dining £399
Premier Dining £325
First Class £249
Premium standard £175
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.
Please note catering will differ from
normal services. Please call booking office
or see website.
LONDON & SURREY HILLS TO OXFORD, CHELTENHAM & WORCESTER
Thursday 28th 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.
Rostered Locomotive: Black 5 45212 or B1 Mayflower.
Station Out ReturnWest Brompton 0740 2225Clapham Junction 0800 2205Redhill 0835 2115Dorking Deepdene 0850 2100Shalford 0915 2020Guildford 0920 2000Farnborough North 0940 1945Reading 1020 1850Oxford 1130 1830Cheltenham 1330 1630Worcester 1310 1600
Fares
Pullman Style Dining £269
Premier Dining £209
First Class £159
Premium standard £109
Steam hauled throughout.
Reduced meal service from Oxford.
There will be a coach transfer provided for those wishing to visit Cheltenham from Evesham.
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London to 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
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.
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SUNDAY LUNCHEON SPECIAL
Sunday 1st 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: 60009 Union of South Africa.
Station Out Return
London Paddington 1115 2155
Beaconsfield 1215 2100
Warwick 1445 1850
Stratford-upon-Avon 1520 1820
Fares
Pullman Style Dining £269
Premier Dining £209
First Class £159
Premium standard £109
Steam hauled throughout.
LONDON TO YORK
Thursday 5th 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 Out Return
London Kings Cross 0815 2210
Potters Bar 0830 2140
Stevenage 0900 2120
Peterborough* 0935 2035
York 1200 1910
Fares
Pullman Style Dining £249
Premier Dining £189
First Class £139
Premium standard £89
*Pullman and Premier Dining not available from Peterborough.
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LONDON TO DURHAM & NEWCASTLE
Thursday 5th July 2018
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.
Rostered Locomotive: Jubilee or 35018 British India Line.
Station Out Return
London Kings Cross 0815 2300
Potters Bar 0830 2245
Stevenage 0850 2230
Peterborough 0935 2140
York 1140 1900
Durham 1335 1700
Newcastle 1420 1610
Fares Durham/
Newcastle
Pullman Style Dining £279
Premier Dining £219
First Class £169
Premium standard £119
This trip will be steam hauled from York to Newcastle return.
Reduced meals for Pullman Style Dining & Premier Dining passengers joining at York.
Fares York to
Newcastle
Pullman Style Dining £225
Premier Dining £175
First Class £125
Premium standard £79
LONDON TO SALISBURY & BATH VIA THE HAMPSHIRE HILLS
Thursday 12th 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 Out Return
West Brompton 0740 2310
Cheam 0840 2220
Clapham Junction 0800 2300
Leatherhead 0900 2200
Effingham Junction 0910 2150
Guildford 0930 2130
Haslemere 1000 2050
Salisbury 1215 1830
Bath 1315 1730
Bristol 1325 1650
Fares Salisbury Bath
Pullman Style Dining £259 £269
Premier Dining £199 £209
First Class £149 £159
Premium standard £99 £109
Reduced fares from Salisbury to Bath are available.
Steam hauled throughout.
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LONDON TO CANTERBURY, MARGATE & FAVERSHAM
Thursday 19th 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 Out Return
London Victoria 0945 2030
Bromley South 1030 1945
Canterbury West 1230 1750
Margate 1310 1715
Whitstable 1330 1650
Faversham 1345 1640
Fares CanterburyMargate/
Whitstable/Faversham
Pullman Style Dining £249 £259
Premier Dining £189 £199
First Class £139 £149
Premium standard £89 £99
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.
SOUTHEND TO BOURNEMOUTH & POOLE
Saturday 21st 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.
Steam hauled between West London and
Southampton on the outward journey and
Poole and West London on the return.
Station Out Return
Southend Victoria 0730 2300
Hockley 0745 2245
Wickford 0800 2230
Shenfield 0815 2210
Stratford (London) 0840 2150
Bournemouth 1340 1640
Poole 1350 1630
Fares
Pullman Style Dining £269
Premier Dining £209
First Class £159
Premium standard £109
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LONDON TO BOURNEMOUTH, CORFE CASTLE & SWANAGE
Sunday 29th 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 Out Return
London Paddington 0855 2200
Slough 0930 2130
Reading 0955 2055
Basingstoke 1020 2020
Corfe Castle 1340 1740
Swanage 1420 1700
Fares
Pullman Style Dining £269
Premier Dining £209
First Class £159
Premium standard £109
This trip will be diesel hauled between Corfe and Southampton in one direction.
LONDON TO WEYMOUTH CARNIVAL
Tuesday 14th August 2018
In 1318 Edward II made a charter to hold a Carnival in Weymouth. Now in its 700th
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 Out Return
London Victoria 0845 2215
Woking 1005 2045
Basingstoke 1050 2000
Weymouth 1345 1635
Fares
Pullman Style Dining £269
Premier Dining £209
First Class £159
Premium standard £109
This trip will be diesel hauled between
Weymouth and Southampton on return journey.
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WATERCRESS LINE TO EXETER, TORBAY & DARTMOUTH
Thursday 16th 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 Out Return
Alresford 0630 2345
Alton 0720 2305
Bentley 0730 2250
Farnham 0740 2240
Guildford 0820 2210
Petersfield 0850 2140
Havant 0905 2125
Salisbury 1045 2010
Exeter 1300 1750
Paignton 1340 1700
Fares Exeter Paignton
Pullman Style Dining £249 £259
Premier Dining £189 £199
First Class £139 £149
Premium Standard £89 £99
LONDON VICTORIA TO THE WEST SOMERSET RAILWAY
Tuesday 21st 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 Out Return
London Victoria 0845 2330
Chiswick 0910 2310
Staines 0930 2250
Sunningdale 1000 2230
Reading 1035 2130
Newbury 1115 2100
Minehead 1500 1700
Fares
Pullman Style Dining £269
Premier Dining £209
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Premium standard £109
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LONDON, SURREY & THE ARUN VALLEY TO CHICHESTER & SALISBURY
Thursday 30th 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.
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Cheam 1020 2130
Leatherhead 1045 2115
Dorking (Main) 1100 2100
Horsham 1130 2020
Pulborough 1155 2000
Chichester 1245 1930
Salisbury 1430 1730
Fares Chichester SalisburyPullman Style Dining £225 £269Premier Dining £175 £209First Class £125 £159Premium standard £79 £109
Chichester to Salisbury Pullman Style Dining* £225Premier Dining* £175First Class £125Premium standard £79*3 course meal on the return journey.
HERTFORDSHIRE & BEDFORDSHIRE TO THE SETTLE & CARLISLE RAILWAY
Tuesday 11th 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 Out Return
Radlett 0610 0015
St Albans 0620 0010
Bedford 0650 2340
Kettering 0715 2320
Leicester 0745 2245
East Midlands Parkway 0815 2220
Sheffield 0930 2135
Carlisle 1425 1630
Fares
Pullman Style Dining £279
Premier Dining £219
First Class £169
Premium Standard £119
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LONDON & THE MIDLANDS TO THE CUMBRIAN COAST
Saturday 15th 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 Out Return
London Euston 0710 2230
Milton Keynes 0755 2120
Rugby 0830 2050
Lichfield Trent Valley 0900 2010
Crewe 0940 1930
Carlisle 1240 1440
Fares
Pullman Style Dining £279
Premier Dining £219
First Class £169
Premium standard £119
This trip will be electric hauled between London and Carnforth in both directions.
LONDON VICTORIA & THE MIDLAND MAINLINE TO CHATSWORTH & YORK
Thursday 20th 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 Out Return
London Victoria 0740 2230
St Albans 0920 2040
Bedford 1000 2005
Kettering 1030 1940
Leicester 1100 1910
Chesterfield 1220 1750
Chatsworth 1250 1700
York 1340 1630
Fares Chatsworth
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Chesterfield/ York
Pullman Style Dining £274 £189Premier Dining £214 £149First Class £164 £99Premium Standard £114 £59
Pullman Style Dining & Premier Dining passengers boarding at Chesterfield will receive reduced meal service.
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LONDON TO CAMBRIDGE, ELY & NORWICH
Sunday 23rd 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.
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Ely 1250 1840
Norwich 1410 1710
Fares Cambs Ely NorwichPullman Style Dining £225 £249 £269Premier Dining £175 £189 £209First Class £125 £139 £159Premium standard £79 £89 £109
Pullman Style Dining & Premier Dining passengers boarding at or alighting at Cambridge or Ely will receive a reduced meal service.
Cambridge to Norwich
Pullman Style Dining £199
Premier Dining £159
First Class £109
Premium standard £69
BLUEBELL RAILWAY TO OXFORD & WORCESTER
Saturday 27th 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 Out Return
Sheffield Park 0800 2300
East Grinstead 0910 2215
Oxford 1200 1810
Worcester Shrub Hill 1400 1630
Fares Oxford Worcester
Pullman Style Dining £269 £279
Premier Dining £209 £219
First Class £159 £169
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Fares fromPullman Style Dining £269Premier Dining £209First Class £159Premium Standard £109
London and Surrey to Gloucester Market: Tuesday 20th 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 Out ReturnWest Brompton 0740 2130Clapham Junction 0805 2115Redhill 0845 2030Reigate 0855 2025
Shalford 0930 1945
Guildford 0940 1920
Gloucester 1300 1630
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London to Cardiff Christmas Market: Thursday 22nd November 2018
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.
Rostered Locomotive: 60009 Union of South Africa.
Station Out ReturnLondon Paddington 0930 2240Slough 1000 2200Reading 1030 2140Swindon 1150 1945
Cardiff 1350 1740
London to Bath Christmas Market: Wednesday 28th 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
this Christmas market is a shopper’s paradise guaranteed to get you into the Christmas spirit.
Rostered Locomotive: Steam hauled, locomotive to be confirmed.
Station Out ReturnLondon Victoria 0845 2115Ashford (Surrey) 0925 2030Chertsey 0945 2005Woking 1000 1945
Salisbury 1130 1805
Bath 1305 1700
Bristol 1330 1640
London to Lincoln Christmas Market: Sunday 9th December 2018
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 Out ReturnLondon Kings Cross 0920 2135Hertford North 1010 2050Stevenage 1035 2030Lincoln 1330 1735
Station Out ReturnAshford Int (Kent) 0820 2245Charing 0850 2230Maidstone East 0910 2215Borough Green & Wrotham
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Bromley South 1025 2125Kensington Olympia
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Alton 1335 1845
Alresford 1430 1730
Winchester 1430 1640
Ashford to Winchester Christmas
Market via the Watercress Line:
Friday 14th 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.
Diesel hauled on the return journey.
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Watercress Line to Hampshire Hills and Salisbury Christmas Market: Monday 17th December 2018
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!
Rostered Locomotive: B1 Mayflower.
Station Out ReturnAlresford 0820 2320Alton 0920 2230Bentley 0930 2220Farnham 0945 2215
Aldershot 0955 2205
Guildford 1020 2150
Petersfield 1100 2100
Salisbury 1300 1900
London Victoria to Oxford and
Blenheim Palace – NEW FOR 2018:
Wednesday 12th 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!
Rostered Locomotive: B1 Mayflower.
Station Out Return
London Victoria 0945 2245
Hounslow 1035 2205
Staines 1100 2150
Oxford (for Blenheim) 1300 1920
Diesel hauled on return journey.
CAROLS
Fares fromPullman Style Dining £269Premier Dining £209First Class £159Premium Standard £109
Southend East to Norwich:
Wednesday 5th 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 Out Return
Southend East 0900 2330
Upminster 0940 2250
Barking 1000 2230
Norwich 1500 1830
Diesel hauled from London on return journey.
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London Victoria to Worcester: Wednesday 12th December 2018
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.
Rostered Locomotive: B1 Mayflower.
Watercress Line and Hampshire Hills to Sherborne Abbey: Monday 17th December 2018
The last of our fabulous Carol services takes us to Sherborne and the beautiful 800 year old
Station Out ReturnAlresford 0820 2320Alton 0920 2230Bentley 0930 2220Farnham 0945 2215
Aldershot 0955 2205
Guildford 1020 2150
Petersfield 1100 2100
Salisbury 1300 1900
Sherborne 1415 1750
CHRISTMAS LUNCHEON
White Cliffs Christmas Lunch Special: Friday 21st 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.
Station Out ReturnLondon Victoria 1015 1445Bromley South 1045 1415
CAROLS
Station Out Return
London Victoria 0945 2245
Hounslow 1035 2205
Staines 1100 2150
Bracknell 1140 2115
Reading 1210 2050
Oxford 1300 1920
Worcester 1500 1800
Sherborne Abbey, where passengers will enjoy a wonderful service lead by the choir. Guaranteed to get everyone in the Christmas spirit!
Rostered Locomotive: B1 Mayflower.
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HIGHLANDS & ISLANDS WITH FLYING SCOTSMAN
Thursday 9th May 2019 – Friday 17th 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
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Day 3: Inverness to Dunrobin Castle or day at leisure – Saturday 11th May 2019
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.
Days 4,5 & 6: Sunday 12th May 2019 – Tuesday 14th 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.
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 along the West Highland Line to Fort William.
Day 6: Leisure in Fort William, Mull or Iona
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.
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
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 15th 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 16th May 2019
Enjoy a day at leisure or join us on optional excursions to local attractions including Ravenglass and Eskdale Railway.
Day 9: Penrith to London – Friday 17th 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
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 29th 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 30th June 2019
Today there will be the option of steaming into Scotland with a day trip to the Scottish capital Edinburgh.
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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.
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.
Day 3: A day at leisure – Monday 1st
July 2019
There will be many different excursions for
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.
Day 4: Newcastle and Durham to
East Anglia and London – Tuesday 2nd
July 2019
B1 Mayflower will take us back through the
Lincolnshire countryside and on to Lincoln,
18th June 2018 – 21st June 2018
Join us on this fantastic holiday by steam to The Lake District.
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,
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.
Fares from (including hotels)Pullman Style Dining £1199 Premier Dining £999First Class £849Premium standard £599
TO ORDER A COPY OF THE FULL HOLIDAY BY STEAM BROCHURE PLEASE CALL THE OFFICE ON 01483 209888
stopping for a short break before we race south along the east coast Mainline as we head home.
Rostered Locomotive: B1 Mayflower.
EMERALD ISLE CRAIC EXPRESSto 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.
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Day 2: Optional trip Killarney to Cork
and Kinsale – Saturday 7th 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.
Day 3: Killarney to Limerick and
Galway – Sunday 8th 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 4: Day at leisure – Monday 9th September 2019
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).
Day 5: Wild Atlantic Way Option – Tuesday 10th 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.
Day 6: Galway to Dublin –
Wednesday 11th September 2019
Today we will head West to East across
the whole of Ireland before arriving in
Dublin where we end our tour.
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
BOARDING STATIONS & DESTINATIONSAldershot Monday 17th December Salisbury & SherborneAlresford Thursday 16th August Exeter & Paignton
Friday 14th December WinchesterMonday 17th December Salisbury & Sherborne
Alton Thursday 16th August Exeter & PaigntonFriday 14th December WinchesterMonday 17th December Salisbury & Sherborne
Ashford Int (Kent) Friday 14th December Alton, Alresford and WinchesterAshford (Surrey) Wednesday 28th November Bristol & BathBarking Wednesday 5th December NorwichBasingstoke Sunday 29th July
Tuesday 14th AugustSwanage Weymouth
Beaconsfield Sunday 1st July Stratford-Upon-AvonBedford Tuesday 11th September Carlisle via Settle
Thursday 20th September YorkBentley Thursday 16th August Exeter & Paignton
Monday 17th December Salisbury & SherborneBorough Green & Wrotham Friday 14th December Alton, Alresford and WinchesterBracknell Wednesday 12th December Oxford & WorcesterBromley South Thursday 19th July Canterbury & Whitstable
Friday 14th December Alton, Alresford and WinchesterFriday 21st December White Cliffs Lunchtime Tour
Cambridge Sunday 23rd September NorwichCanterbury West Thursday 19th July FavershamCharing Friday 14th December Alton, Alresford and WinchesterCheam Thursday 12th July BathChesterfield Thursday 20th September YorkChertsey Wednesday 28th November Bristol & BathChichester Thursday 30th August SalisburyChiswick Tuesday 21st August The West Somerset RailwayClapham Junction Thursday 28th June Oxford & Worcester
Thursday 12th July Salisbury & BathTuesday 20th November Gloucester
Crewe Saturday 15th September Carlisle via Cumbrian CoastDorking (Main) Thursday 30th August Salisbury
Dorking Deepdene Thursday 28th June Oxford & WorcesterEast Grinstead Saturday 27th October Oxford & WorcesterEast Midlands Parkway Tuesday 11th September Carlisle via SettleEffingham Jct Thursday 12th July Salisbury & BathEly Sunday 23rd September Cambridge, Ely & NorwichExeter St Davids Sunday 10th June Exeter, Paignton & Dartmouth
Thursday 16th August Exeter & PaigntonFarnborough North Thursday 28th June WorcesterFarnham Thursday 16th August
Monday 17th DecemberDartmouth Salisbury & Sherborne
Guildford Thursday 28th June Oxford & WorcesterThursday 12th July Salisbury & BathThursday 16th August Exeter & PaigntonTuesday 20th November GloucesterMonday 17th December Salisbury & Sherborne
Haslemere Thursday 12th July BathHavant Thursday 16th August Exeter & PaigntonHertford North Sunday 23rd September Norwich
Sunday 9th December LincolnHockley Saturday 21st July Bournemouth & PooleHorsham Thursday 30th August SalisburyHounslow Wednesday 12th December Oxford & WorcesterKensington Olympia Friday 14th December Alton, Alresford and WinchesterKettering Tuesday 11th September Carlisle via Settle
Thursday 20th September YorkLeatherhead Thursday 12th July Salisbury & Bath
Thursday 30th August SalisburyLeicester Tuesday 11th September Carlisle via Settle
Thursday 20th September YorkLichfield Trent Valley Saturday 15th September Carlisle via Cumbrian CoastMaidstone East Friday 14th December Alton, Alresford and WinchesterMargate Thursday 19th July FavershamMilton Keynes Monday18th June
Saturday 15th SeptemberPreston & Carnforth Carlisle via Cumbrian Coast
Oxford Thursday 28th June Worcester
Saturday 27th October Worcester
Wednesday 12th December Worcester
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Monday 17th December Salisbury & SherbornePortsmouth Saturday 2nd June SalisburyPotters Bar Thursday 5th July York, Durham & NewcastlePulborough Thursday 30th August SalisburyRadlett Tuesday 11th September Carlisle via SettleReading Sunday 10th June Exeter, Paignton & Dartmouth
Thursday 14th June CardiffThursday 28th June WorcesterSunday 29th July Corfe Castle & SwanageTuesday 21st August The West Somerset RailwayThursday 22nd November CardiffWednesday 12th December Oxford & Worcester
Redhill Thursday 28th June Oxford & WorcesterTuesday 20th November Gloucester
Reigate Tuesday 20th November GloucesterRugby Saturday 15th September The Cumbrian CoastSalisbury Thursday 3rd May Bath & Bristol
Thursday 12th July BathThursday 16th August Exeter & PaigntonWednesday 28th November Bristol & BathMonday 17th December Sherborne
Shalford Thursday 28th June Oxford & WorcesterTuesday 20th November Gloucester
Sheffield Tuesday 11th September Carlisle via SettleSheffield Park Saturday 27th October Oxford & WorcesterShenfield Saturday 21st July Bournemouth & PooleSlough Sunday 10th June Exeter, Paignton & Dartmouth
Thursday14th June CardiffSunday 29th July Corfe Castle & SwanageThursday 22nd November Cardiff
Southend Victoria Saturday 21st July Bournemouth & PooleSouthend East Wednesday 5th December NorwichSt Albans Tuesday 11th September Carlisle via Settle
Thursday 20th September Chatsworth & YorkStaines Tuesday 21st August The West Somerset Railway
Wednesday 12th December Oxford & WorcesterStevenage Thursday 5th July York, Durham & Newcastle
Sunday 23rd September Norwich
Stevenage (contd.) Sunday 9th December LincolnStratford (London) Saturday 21st July Bournemouth & PooleSunningdale Tuesday 21st August The West Somerset RailwaySwindon Thursday 14th June
Thursday 22nd NovemberCardiff Cardiff
Taunton Sunday 10th June DartmouthTwyford Sunday 10th June Exeter, Paignton & DartmouthUpminster Wednesday 5th December NorwichWest Brompton Thursday 28th June
Tuesday 20th NovemberOxford & Worcester Gloucester
Wickford Saturday 21st July Bournemouth & PooleWimbledon Saturday 2nd June PortsmouthWoking
Saturday 2nd June Tuesday 14th August Wednesday 28th November
Portsmouth Weymouth Bristol & Bath
York Thursday 5th July Durham & Newcastle
London Euston Monday 18th June Saturday 15th September
Preston & Carnforth Carlisle via Cumbrian Coast
London Kings Cross Thursday 5th July York, Durham & NewcastleSunday 23rd September Cambridge, Ely & NorwichSunday 9th December Lincoln
London Paddington Tuesday 5th June Chiltern HillsSunday 10th June Exeter, Paignton & DartmouthSunday 1st July Stratford-upon-AvonSunday 29th July Corfe Castle & SwanageThursday 22nd November Cardiff
London Victoria Tuesday 5th June Surrey Hills FlyerMonday 18th June The Lakes ExpressThursday 19th July Canterbury & WhitstableTuesday 14th August WeymouthTuesday 21st August West Somerset RailwayThursday 30th August Chichester & SalisburyThursday 20th September Chatsworth & YorkWednesday 28th November Bristol & BathWednesday 12th December Oxford & WorcesterFriday 21st December White Cliffs Lunchtime Tour
London Waterloo Saturday 2nd JunePortsmouth & the Isle of Wight
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.
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.
PaymentBookings 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.
*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.
Gift Vouchers, Credit Notes & DiscountsAll 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.
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.
Discounts may only be used against bookings made after
the date of issue and cannot be retrospectively added to
any previous bookings.
Deposits
All deposits are non-transferable or refundable, even if
subsequent payment has been made for the full balance.
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 - 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)
· Between 2 months and 1 month before travel- 20%
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.
Please note that tickets for all day trips are
sent out by email unless requested to be sent
by post.
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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Saturday 2nd June Portsmouth to Salisbury 6
Sunday 10th JuneLondon to Exeter, Torbay & Dartmouth
7
Thursday 14th June London to Cardiff 8
Monday 18th June‘A Brief Encounter with Flying Scotsman’ – London Victoria to Preston or Carnforth
9
Thursday 28th JuneLondon & Surrey Hills to Oxford, Cheltenham & Worcester
10
Sunday 1st JulyLondon & The Chilterns to Warwick & Stratford-Upon-Avon
11
Thursday 5th July London to York 12Thursday 5th July London to Durham & Newcastle 13
Thursday 12th JulyLondon to Salisbury & Bath via the Hampshire Hills
14
Thursday 19th JulyLondon to Canterbury, Margate & Faversham
15
Saturday 21st July Southend to Bournemouth & Poole 16
Sunday 29th JulyLondon to Bournemouth, Corfe Castle & Swanage
17
Tuesday 14th August London to Weymouth Carnival 18
Thursday 16th AugustWatercress Line to Exeter, Torbay & Dartmouth
19
Tuesday 21st AugustLondon Victoria to the West Somerset Railway
20
Thursday 30th AugustLondon, Surrey & the Arun Valley to Chichester & Salisbury
21
Tuesday 11th SeptemberHertfordshire & Bedfordshire to The Settle & Carlisle Railway
22
Saturday 15th SeptemberLondon & the Midlands to the Cumbrian Coast
23
Thursday 20th SeptemberLondon Victoria & the Midland Mainline to Chatsworth & York
24
Sunday 23rd September London to Cambridge, Ely & Norwich 25
Date Trip PageSaturday 27th October Bluebell Railway to Oxford & Worcester 26
Tuesday 20th NovemberLondon & Surrey to Gloucester Victorian Christmas Market
28
Thursday 22nd November London to Cardiff Christmas Market 29Wednesday 28th November
London to Bath Christmas Market 29
Wednesday 5th December Southend East to Norwich for Carols 32Sunday 9th December London to Lincoln Christmas Market 29Wednesday 12th December
London Victoria to Christmas at Blenheim & Worcester for Carols
31
Friday 14th DecemberAshford to the Watercress Line & Winchester Christmas Market
30
Monday 17th DecemberAlresford to Salisbury Christmas Market & Sherborne for Carols
31 & 33
Friday 21st December White Cliffs Christmas Circular 33
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Holidays by Steam 2018 – 2019Monday 18th June 2018 – Thursday 21st June 2018
The Lakes Express with Flying Scotsman 37
Thursday 9th May 2019 – Friday 17th May 2019
Highlands & Islands with Flying Scotsman 34 & 35
Saturday 29th June 2019 – Tuesday 2nd July 2019
Angel of the North 36 & 37
Friday 6th September 2019 – Wednesday 11th September 2019
Emerald Isle Craic Express 38 & 39