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The Jacobite: 2026 Season Update


Following valuable feedback from our passengers and an evaluation of the operational costs associated with our Mark 2 carriages, West Coast Railways has formally approached the Office of Rail and Road (ORR) to reinstate our traditional Mark 1 rolling stock. These traditional carriages have been a hallmark of the Jacobite experience for over 25 years, and we know how much our passengers value their classic charm.


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Classes And Carriages


First Class Open Carriage

Our traditionally furnished First Class MK1 & MK11 carriages allow you to travel in style. First Class passengers also receive a complimentary tea or coffee on each part of the First Class Carriages A & B are open carriages with private tables for 2 and tables for 4 at either side of the aisle. All tables include traditional table lamps (in the Mk1 carriages) and the upholstered seats are more luxurious with extra leg room. First Class passengers also receive a complimentary tea or coffee on each part of the journey.

First Class Open Carriage


Compartment Carriage

Compartment Class Carriage D, the 'HP' Compartment Carriage  (only available on the morning trip) is a vintage carriage with compartments that seat up to 6 passengers per compartment. These compartments have a door which leads onto a corridor that runs the full length of the carriage. This will appear on the booking menu as a Compartment Class booking. The price is per compartment, which seats up to six passengers. When booking this, you will be guaranteed the sole use of the compartment for up to six passengers. Please note there is no food or drinks included in the class. There is a buffet carriage available on the Jacobite, and passengers are also welcome to take their own refreshments on-board.

First Class Compartment Carriage


Standard Class Carriage

Our Standard Class carriages offer the same train experience at exceptional value for money. All our standard class passengers travel in refurbished vintage Mark I or Mark II coaches and will be seated around tables for 4. Please note that no food or drinks are included in this class of travel. There is a buffet carriage available on the Jacobite, and passengers are also welcome to take their own refreshments on-board.

Standard Class Carriage

 
   All our carriages are painted in heritage liveries. Images are for illustration purposes only. 

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