Departing From
- Carlisle,
- Penrith,
- Oxenholme Lake District,
- Lancaster,
- Preston,
- Wigan North Western,
- Warrington Bank Quay
Join us for a wonderful day out with a journey through beautiful Somerset and around the stunning Devon coast with time available to discover the many charms of the ‘English Riviera’ for an afternoon sightseeing break of around three hours in the seaside resorts of either Torquay or Paignton.
Travelling alongside the stunning Exe Estuary past Powderham Castle there are magnificent views across to the Jurassic coast as our train takes the exciting sea wall line racing through tunnels and cuttings of red rock and along beaches and coves at Dawlish with the sea keeping company all the way to Newton Abbot.
There is a choice of two destinations in which to relax before our return in the late afternoon.
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.
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.
Classes of Travel
CONFIRMED TRAVEL TIMINGS
| STATION | DEPARTS | RETURNS |
| Carlisle | 06.05 | 00.25 |
| Penrith | 06.25 | 00.05 |
| Oxenholme Lake District | 06.50 | 23.35 |
| Lancaster | 07.05 | 23.10 |
| Preston | 07.35 | 22.50 |
| Wigan North Western | 07.50 | 22.40 |
| Warrington Bank Quay | 08.05 | 22.25 |
Destination Timings
| STATION | ARRIVES | DEPARTS |
| Paignton | 14.00 | 16.45 |
| Torquay | 13.45 | 17.00 |
Classes of Travel
Pullman Dining
£395
Seating at a guaranteed window table for two is 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 canapes 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 is 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 with additional legroom, wide seats, and panoramic windows. 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.
