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Bristol & Brunel’s ss Great Britain by Steam

Steam-hauled British Pullman day trip from London to Bristol's ss Great Britain

Illustration of Bristol & Brunel’s ss Great Britain by Steam

Belmond's British Pullman train makes this single-day trip from London to Bristol behind a steam locomotive, a special departure that adds a vintage engine to the usual art deco carriages. A three-course brunch is served on board as the train heads to the West Country, with a steward attending to guests throughout. On arrival, guides and coaches take travelers to Bristol's harbour to visit the ss Great Britain, Isambard Kingdom Brunel's pioneering iron-hulled steamship and once the largest ship in the world. Travelers then rejoin the train for a champagne reception and a four-course dinner with wine chosen by the sommelier on the journey back to London. This suits travelers with an interest in engineering history and steam travel who want a fully staffed day out, with guides handling the transfer and a steward managing the train service.

What to know before you look closer

  • The evidence pack does not list a starting price or current departure dates for this steam-hauled trip; confirm both directly with Belmond.
  • The evidence does not state how much time is allotted at the ss Great Britain; confirm the length of the visit before booking.

Day by day

  1. Day 1rail

    London to Bristol (ss Great Britain) and back, steam-hauled

    Board the steam-hauled British Pullman train for the outward journey to the West Country, with brunch served on board. On arrival, guides and coaches transfer you to the ss Great Britain in Bristol's harbour, Isambard Kingdom Brunel's pioneering iron-hulled steamship, for a visit. Return to the train for a champagne reception and a four-course dinner with sommelier-selected wine.

Included

  • Round-trip travel aboard the British Pullman luxury train
  • Steam locomotive
  • Welcome sparkling Bellini
  • Delicious three-course brunch on the outward journey
  • Morning tea and coffee
  • Visit to the ss Great Britain, including coach transfers and admission
  • Sumptuous four-course dinner
  • Half a bottle of wine per person
  • Coffee, tea and petits fours

Questions travellers ask

Is the train travel included?
Yes, the round trip aboard the steam-hauled British Pullman between London and Bristol is included, along with guided coach transfers to and from the ss Great Britain.
Which train is used?
The British Pullman, hauled by a steam locomotive for this departure, traveling between London and Bristol.
What is included?
A welcome Bellini, a three-course brunch on the outward journey, morning tea and coffee, the visit to the ss Great Britain with coach transfers and admission, a four-course dinner with half a bottle of wine per person, and coffee, tea, and petits fours.
What will I see at the ss Great Britain?
Isambard Kingdom Brunel's pioneering iron-hulled steamship, once the largest ship in the world, docked in Bristol's harbour.
Is it escorted?
Guides and coaches meet the train and accompany travelers to the ss Great Britain, and a steward looks after guests on board throughout.

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