DEPARTING FROM

  • Swansea,
  • Neath,
  • Port Talbot Parkway,
  • Bridgend,
  • Cardiff Central,
  • Newport,
  • Severn Tunnel JUnction

We are pleased to recreate one of the great holiday trains of the golden age of railway travel for a journey on our luxurious ‘Midland Pullman’ through Somerset and around the beautiful Devon coast with time available to discover the many charms of the pretty ‘English Riviera’ resort of Dartmouth.

Travelling through the remote Blackdown hills and along the Exe Valley to Exeter, before heading beside the estuary with its pretty fishing boats and stunning views across to Exmouth and the Jurassic coast. Continuing past Powderham Castle and along the famous sea wall line we race through tunnels and cuttings of red rock at Dawlish and beside beaches and coves with the sea keeping company with the train.

At Paignton we join the steeply graded heritage line and travel alongside the beautiful River Dart with views of HMS Britannia – not a ship but the college that has trained generations of naval officers. We soon arrive at the riverside terminus at Kingswear, where it is a short crossing on the ferry (price included) to the historic and romantic port of Dartmouth – there are antique shops, galleries, and cafes to explore or perhaps take a leisurely cruise on the river Dart. There should be around three hours at leisure before we return in the late afternoon.

Mobility – This tour is not suitable for guests requiring the use of a wheelchair or with severe mobility issues.

Midland Pullman | Torbay & Dartmouth Pullman - 12 June 2027

JOURNEY

DESTINATIONS

Midland Pullman | Travel on a Luxury Train to Torquay

Torquay

One of Britain’s top tourist resorts and a jewel in the English Rivera’s crown made popular by the Victorians with sparkling white Villas perched on verdant hilltops overlooking pure sandy beaches and an azure sea it matches anything you’ll find on the French Riviera. There are beautiful gardens and a palm tree lined promenade leading to a lively harbour and international marina with an abundance of pavement cafes, pubs, shops, and quality restaurants.

Midland Pullman | Travel on a Luxury Train to Paignton

Paignton

With gorgeous long sandy blue flag beaches, paddler friendly waters, a traditional pier and seafront alive with holiday fun there is no shortage of things to do, alternatively take a steam train ride (payable locally) along one of the most idyllic stretches of coastline in the country and through the woodland estate once owned by Agatha Christie to the riverside station at Kingswear where it’s a short ferry crossing to historic Dartmouth.

SOMETHING TO SUIT EVERYONE

CLASSES OF TRAVEL

Midland Pullman | Pullman Dining

Pullman Dining    

FROM £395

Seating at a private window table for two is available at a supplement of £60 per person or £150 per person at a ‘superior‘ private window table for two  

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 £280 is applicable for this seating type

CHILDREN UNDER THE AGE OF 12 YEARS ARE NOT PERMITTED FOR TRAVEL IN PULLMAN DINING

 

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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.

Midland Pullman | First Class

First Class   (non-dining) 

FROM £185

Seating at a private window table for two is available at a supplement of £60 per person or £150 per person at a ‘superior‘ private window table for two  

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 £180 is applicable for this seating type

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Seating is at tables of 4 or 2 and includes complimentary tea/coffee and light snacks. You may bring on board your own picnic hamper and drinks for consumption during the journey.

APPROXIMATE TRAVEL TIMINGS*

Boarding Stations

The following pick-up and set-down stations are available on this journey

STATIONDEPARTSRETURNS
Swansea 08.00 21.25
Neath 08.15 21.15
Port Talbot Parkway 08.25 21.05
Bridgend 08.35 20.55
Cardiff Central 08.50 20.40
Newport 09.10 20.20
Severn Tunnel JUnction 09.30 20.00
Destinations

The following destination stations are available on this journey

STATIONARRIVESDEPARTS
KIngswear 13.30 15.30

PLEASE NOTE *
All timings shown above are approximate and may be subject to change.

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