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Historic Bath on the Northern Belle

One-day luxury train excursion to Bath on the Northern Belle

Illustration of Historic Bath on the Northern Belle

Planet Rail's Historic Bath on the Northern Belle is a one-day luxury train excursion for travellers seeking fine dining and leisurely pace in elegant surroundings. You board the Northern Belle at one of seven Midlands or North of England stations, settle into a 1930s-inspired carriage, and receive a sparkling Bellini as the train departs. A three-course brunch is served en route by liveried stewards while the train rolls through English countryside. Upon arrival in Bath, a UNESCO World Heritage Georgian spa town, you have free time to visit landmarks such as the Roman Baths, Bath Abbey, the Royal Crescent, the Jane Austen House Museum, and local shops. You return to the train for a Champagne reception and a four-course British seasonal dinner with wine pairings, coffee, and petits fours. This day trip appeals to couples, food-and-wine enthusiasts, and luxury-seekers who value refined dining and a break from everyday pace.

What to know before you look closer

  • This is a day excursion with no overnight accommodation; you depart and return on the same day from your chosen station
  • Departure station varies by date; confirm which station (Sheffield, Derby, Nottingham, Leicester, Chester, Crewe, or Stoke-on-Trent) operates on your chosen date when booking

Day by day

  1. Day 1rail

    Departure – Bath – Return

    Board the Northern Belle at your chosen departure station (Sheffield, Derby, Nottingham, Leicester, Chester, Crewe or Stoke-on-Trent depending on date). Enjoy a sparkling Bellini welcome and a three-course brunch served by liveried stewards as the train travels through the English countryside. Arrive in Bath for free time to explore the Royal Crescent, Bath Abbey, the Roman Baths, the Jane Austen House Museum and the city's shops. Return to the train for a Champagne reception followed by a gastronomic four-course dinner with sommelier's wine selection before arriving back at your original departure station.

    Meals: Brunch, Dinner

The moments this trip is built around

  • Day 1Board the Northern Belle at your chosen Midlands or North England station and receive a sparkling Bellini welcome as the train departs
  • Day 1Enjoy a three-course brunch served by liveried stewards while the train travels through English countryside toward Bath
  • Day 1Explore Bath's Georgian landmarks including the Royal Crescent, Bath Abbey, Roman Baths, and Jane Austen House Museum during free time
  • Day 1Return to the train for a Champagne reception and a four-course British seasonal dinner with wine and coffee service

Included

  • Round-trip travel aboard the Northern Belle luxury train
  • Welcome sparkling Bellini
  • Morning tea and coffee
  • Delicious three-course brunch on the outward journey
  • Free time to explore Bath
  • Champagne reception back on board
  • Sumptuous four-course dinner: British seasonal table d'hôte menu including Great British cheese board, biscuits and chutneys
  • Half a bottle of wine per person
  • Coffee, tea and petits fours

Questions travellers ask

Is train travel included?
Yes, round-trip travel aboard the Northern Belle luxury train is included in the price, departing from and returning to your chosen station in the Midlands or North of England.
What meals and drinks are provided?
A sparkling Bellini welcome, morning tea and coffee, a three-course brunch on the outward journey, a Champagne reception, and a four-course dinner on the return journey are all included. Half a bottle of wine per person is provided with dinner, along with coffee, tea and petits fours.
How much free time do we have in Bath?
The itinerary states free time to explore Bath, where you can visit the Royal Crescent, Bath Abbey, Roman Baths, Jane Austen House Museum and local shops. The exact duration is not specified; contact Planet Rail to confirm.
Which departure stations are available?
The Northern Belle departs from Sheffield, Derby, Nottingham, Leicester, Chester, Crewe, or Stoke-on-Trent depending on the date. Confirm which station operates on your chosen travel date.
Is this an escorted tour or independent?
You board at your chosen station and have free time in Bath to explore on your own. Liveried stewards serve meals on the train. The tour is not described as escorted with a guide.

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