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Day Trip: Great British Sunday Lunch on the Northern Belle

One-day luxury train journey through Britain with seven-course lunch

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Planet Rail's day trip on the Northern Belle is a single-day luxury excursion through the British countryside, departing from cities across the Midlands and North at midday and returning by early evening. The Northern Belle is a heritage luxury train styled with art deco elegance, white linen, and fine service. Your day unfolds entirely on board: you begin with a Champagne reception and caviare blinis, then settle for a seven-course British seasonal lunch accompanied by wine selected by the sommelier. Throughout the meal, strolling musicians and a table magician provide entertainment. The train rounds through the countryside on a loop before returning you to your departure station. This excursion suits couples seeking an elegant dining experience, luxury travellers who value fine food and wine in a period-style setting, and those who prefer all-inclusive travel with no logistical complexity. No walking or disembarkation is required.

What to know before you look closer

  • No disembarkation occurs during the journey; the entire experience unfolds on board.
  • Departure cities in the Midlands and North vary; confirm your local departure station with Planet Rail when booking.

Day by day

  1. Day 1

    Great British Sunday Lunch on the Northern Belle

    The Northern Belle departs from various cities in the Midlands and the North, usually departing at approximately 12pm and returning the same day at 6pm. Enjoy a Champagne reception as you set off on a round-trip through Britain's glorious countryside, followed by a seven-course lunch with wine served at your seats, with strolling musicians and a table magician on board. You do not disembark during this journey.

The moments this trip is built around

  • Day 1Seven-course lunch with wine served at your seat aboard the Northern Belle, accompanied by strolling musicians and a table magician.

Included

  • Round-trip travel on the Northern Belle luxury train
  • Welcome Champagne reception including canapés and caviar blinis
  • Sumptuous seven-course lunch: British seasonal table d'hôte menu including: Award-winning Great British cheese board with Port to accompany, delicious dessert and a selection of petits fours
  • Sommelier's choice - Bottle of wine per couple
  • On board entertainment including table magician and strolling musicians
  • Fortnum & Mason tea and Northern Belle blend coffee

Questions travellers ask

Is train travel included in the price?
Yes. The price covers round-trip travel on the Northern Belle, the Champagne reception, the seven-course lunch with wine, on-board entertainment, and tea and coffee service.
Where does the Northern Belle depart from?
Various cities in the Midlands and the North. You will need to contact Planet Rail to confirm your specific departure station.
What time does the journey depart and return?
The train departs at approximately 12pm and returns the same day at 6pm.
Will we get off the train?
No. You remain on board throughout the round-trip. All meals and entertainment are served at your seat.
What is the seven-course lunch menu?
A British seasonal table d'hôte menu that includes an award-winning Great British cheese board with Port, a dessert, and petits fours. Wine is selected by the sommelier.

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