Departing From
- Cardiff Central,
- Newport,
- Cwmbran,
- Abergavenny,
- Hereford,
- Leominster,
- Ludlow,
- Craven Arms,
- Church Stretton,
- Shrewsbury
This special tour offers a journey on the fabulous ‘Midland Pullman’ to the heart of Scotland’s capital where shopping is always a unique experience but at Christmas – it’s truly magical, when the gardens beneath Edinburgh Castle are transformed into a Winter Wonderland with traditional Christmas markets.
We travel through the beautiful Scottish Lowlands to Edinburgh for an afternoon break of around 3 hours. The station is located just below one of the UK’s most historic and popular shopping areas – Princes Street, with its beautifully lit trees and international stores on one side and a traditional German & Scottish Highland Christmas Market on the other.
There is something for everyone in this truly enchanting city with numerous attractions all within easy walking distance – from the giant Christmas wheel that lights up the sky high above the festive gardens, perhaps take a stroll down the Royal Mile to the Palace of Holyroodhouse or visit the impressive fortress of Edinburgh Castle. Scotland’s capital offers a magical combination of festive lights, Christmas events and unique yuletide atmosphere.
Classes of Travel
TRAVEL TIMINGS*
STATION | DEPARTS | RETURNS |
Cardiff Central | 05.50 | 23.10 |
Newport | 06.10 | 22.50 |
Cwmbran | 06.30 | 22.30 |
Abergavenny | 06.45 | 22.15 |
Hereford | 07.15 | 21.45 |
Leominster | 07.25 | 21.35 |
Ludlow | 07.35 | 21.20 |
Craven Arms | 07.40 | 21.00 |
Church Stretton | 07.50 | 20.50 |
Shrewsbury | 08.10 | 20.30 |
PLEASE NOTE *
All timings shown above are approximate and may be subject to change.
Destination Timings
STATION | ARRIVES | DEPARTS |
Edinburgh | 13.00 | 16.00 |
PLEASE NOTE *
All timings shown above are approximate and may be subject to change.
Classes of Travel
Pullman Dining
£395
Seating at a guaranteed window table for two available at a supplement of £50 per person.
Bookings for parties of three passengers are accommodated at an ‘exclusive table for three’ with the fourth seat being unoccupied for your added privacy. A total supplement of £195 is applicable for this seating type.
Seating is arranged at tables of 4 or 2 laid with crisp linen and fully dressed in fine crockery, fresh flowers, and glassware. The day starts as you settle into your seat with a glass of chilled bucks’ fizz, followed by a full English breakfast and late morning tea/coffee service with pastries prior to the arrival at our destination. Following a sightseeing break, you will be welcomed aboard by your attentive liveried steward and offered a refreshing glass of chilled Champagne and selection of Canapés as you relax in anticipation of the gastronomic journey ahead. A sumptuous five course seasonal dinner, created by our Executive Chef, will be served including the Great British cheese board, biscuits, and chutneys – all accompanied by our Sommelier’s choice of a half-bottle of wine per person. The memorable journey concludes with a service of coffee and homemade Petits Fours.
First Class (non-dining)
£195
Seating at a guaranteed window table for two available at a supplement of £50 per person.
Bookings for parties of three passengers are accommodated at an ‘exclusive table for three’ with the fourth seat being unoccupied for your added privacy. A total supplement of £100 is applicable for this seating type.
Seating is at tables of 4 or 2 and includes complimentary tea/coffee and light snacks, accompanied with a morning glass of Bucks Fizz and afternoon glass of sparkling wine. There is a buffet bar available for the purchase of light refreshments and you may bring on board your own picnic hamper and drinks for consumption during the journey.