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Sat 19 Dec 2020

Flying Scotsman

Saturday 19 December 2020

Manchester to Carlisle

Departing: Manchester Victoria, Bolton


Due to the effects of the Covid virus we have had to reschedule this trip to the 31st March 2021.

All Passengers will be contacted on Monday 30th Nov or Tuesday 1st Dec, to discuss their booking options.

Join us for a great day out to remember aboard our heritage steam hauled train which will take you on a scenic journey along the Settle and Carlisle line and returning on the West Coast Main Line to Carnforth, where we change engines to one of our vintage Diesels for the final part of our journey.

This trip is scheduled to be hauled by 60103 The Flying Scotsman.

The Flying Scotsman set two world records for steam traction, becoming the first steam locomotive to be officially authenticated at reaching 100 miles per hour (160.9 km/h) on 30 November 1934, and then setting a record for the longest non-stop run by a steam locomotive when it ran 422 miles (679 km) on 8 August 1989 while in Australia.

Departing Manchester around 07:30 we make our way to Bolton then Hellifield, where the journey really begins.

Enjoy the stunning Dales scenery as we make our way through Settle and over the famous Ribblehead Viaduct. Continuing north from Ribblehead we plunge into Blea Moor tunnel, the longest on the line. We then enjoy sweeping views along Dentdale as we pass through the highest station on the line, Dent. The stunning scenery continues as we head north to the more gentle landscape of the Eden Valley, the Eden Gorge and our destination - the border city of Carlisle.

First opening to passengers in 1876, the Settle - Carlisle line takes in 20 viaducts, 14 tunnels and countless beautiful vistas along its 72 mile track. This historic line travels across the stunning Pennine hills, showcasing the English countryside at its best.

After a break of around two hours in Carlisle, with its pedestrianised shopping centre, Castle and cathedral to enjoy, we return on the West Coast Main Line which takes us over Shap - the highest point on the line - and past The English Lake District, returning on the West Coast Main Line to Carnforth, where we change engines to one of our vintage Diesels for the final part of our journey to your home stations.

Fares

Premier DiningPremier First ClassStandard Class
Adult£299£200£140
ChildN/A£200£140

Premier Dining: Includes an at seat silver service of full English Breakfast in the morning with complimentary Bucks Fizz and a four course festive meal on the return journey all freshly prepared by our skilled chefs on board the train.
We are able to offer a vegetarian menu with 7 days advance notification but regretfully we are unable to offer any other special dietary requirements (i.e. nut allergy, vegan, gluten free diets etc). 

Premier First Class: Passengers will be served freshly brewed coffee, fine teas and biscuits on both the outward journey and the return journey, plus access to the buffet car for the purchase of light refreshments. 

Standard Class: Passengers have access to a buffet for the purchase of light refreshments. 

A child ticket is for a child aged 16 or under.

Supplement for a private table for two in first class and dining £20.00 per passenger. Fares are subject to a £3.75 booking fee.

Timings
Station Outward Return
Carlisle TBC TBC
Manchester Victoria TBC TBC
Bolton TBC TBC
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