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British Pullman: Christmas Lunch

One-day festive rail excursion from London Victoria on the British Pullman

Illustration of British Pullman: Christmas Lunch

The British Pullman Christmas Lunch is a single-day festive rail excursion operated by Tailor Made Rail, departing from London Victoria and returning the same day. The journey takes place aboard the Belmond British Pullman, a heritage luxury train restored to 1920s glamour with art deco wood-panelled carriages and marquetry details. Upon boarding, guests receive a welcome glass of Champagne, followed by a five-course festive lunch with paired wines served by liveried stewards as the train loops through the Kent and Surrey countryside. The experience suits luxury seekers and food-and-wine enthusiasts looking for a special occasion celebration, as well as couples seeking an elegant seasonal outing. Coffee, tea, and petits fours conclude the meal. Departures run throughout November and December in 2026 and 2027.

What to know before you look closer

  • This is a day trip departing and returning to London Victoria; no overnight stays are included.
  • Optional onboard gifts such as celebration cake and hand-tied flowers are available at additional cost (price on request).

Day by day

  1. Day 1

    All Aboard the British Pullman

    Step back in time to the glamorous 1920s when you board the British Pullman at London Victoria station in a beautifully restored wood-panelled carriage with art deco fixtures and marquetry. Enjoy a glass of Champagne before heading into the Kent and Surrey countryside, where your liveried steward serves an indulgent five-course festive lunch.

The moments this trip is built around

  • Day 1Board the British Pullman at London Victoria in a restored art deco carriage, receive a Champagne reception, and enjoy a five-course festive lunch with paired wines while travelling through Kent and Surrey countryside.

Included

  • Round trip aboard the Belmond British Pullman from London Victoria
  • Welcome Champagne reception onboard
  • Five-course festive luncheon with paired wines
  • Coffee, tea and petits fours

Questions travellers ask

Is the train travel included?
Yes. The price includes a round-trip aboard the Belmond British Pullman from London Victoria, a Champagne reception, a five-course festive lunch with paired wines, and coffee, tea, and petits fours.
Which train is this journey on?
The Belmond British Pullman, a heritage luxury train with beautifully restored wood-panelled carriages, art deco fixtures, and marquetry, departing from London Victoria.
When does it run?
Departures run in November and December 2026 and November and December 2027. Tailor Made Rail publishes 27 scheduled dates across those months.
What is included in the price?
The from-price of GBP 535 (USD 714) covers round-trip rail travel, a welcome Champagne reception, a five-course festive lunch with paired wines, and coffee, tea, and petits fours.
Can I add gifts or extras onboard?
Yes. Optional add-ons include a Pullman teddy bear, celebration cake, hand-tied flowers, or Pullman Champagne flutes, available at additional cost (price on request).

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