Go back in time to a more glamorous age of travel and settle down to a gastronomic feast aboard the Belmond Northern Belle luxury train.
Settle into a velvety plush chair, champagne in hand, and enjoy a fine dining experience as the countryside glides by.
Your table is set with crisp white linen, bespoke china and sparkling cut glassware. Liveried stewards deliver an impeccable first class service.
Note the intricate details in your carriage, including handcrafted marquetry and murals, evocative of the spirit of 1930s “Belle” trains.
Savour the sophisticated five-course dinner, admire the changing views through your picture window and enjoy magical entertainment.
This is the perfect treat for lovers of fine dining, or a wonderful gift for anyone celebrating a special occasion.
INCLUDES
Round-trip travel aboard the Belmond Northern Belle luxury train
Welcome champagne reception on board
Fine-dining
Sumptuous five-course gala dinner: British seasonal table d’hôte menu including Great British cheeseboard, biscuits and chutneys
Half a bottle of wine per person
Coffee, tea and petits fours
Entertainment and table magicians
THE EXPERIENCE
Leave the hurly burly of modern life behind, step back in time as you board the Belmond Northern Belle. This is all about indulgence. From the moment you cross the red carpet to board the gleaming vintage carriages, to the moment you step aboard, this is an escape like no other. Savour Chef Richie Cunningham’s beautifully crafted, seasonal cuisine, while enjoying fine wine and champagne, convivial company of fellow travellers and magical entertainment.
ONBOARD INFORMATION
ROUTES, SCHEDULES & TIMINGS
Please note that Belmond Northern Belle operates within the constraints of the rail network. All details shown initially on your confirmation are for guidance only. Your travel documentation including your full itinerary and confirmed timings will be sent to you five to seven days prior to departure. Please arrive 20 minutes before departure time.
WARDROBE NOTES
Smart casual wear (but not jeans or trainers) is appropriate. For dinner departures, more formal wear is customary. A jacket and a tie for men is required at Royal Ascot and other race excursions. For outdoor events, please wear practical clothing, appropriate for the weather conditions.
DINING
Your fare includes table d’hôte meals on the journey. Menus are subject to seasonal change. If you have any special dietary requirements, make sure to advise us when booking and Belmond Northern Belle will do their best to comply. Belmond Northern Belle is, however, unable to provide meals requiring strict religious observance in their preparation.
SMOKING
Due to European regulations banning smoking on trains, Belmond Northern Belle operates a no smoking policy aboard the Belmond British Pullman and Belmond Northern Belle.
MOBILE PHONES & HANDHELD DEVICES
Out of consideration for your fellow passengers, please turn off mobile phones and handheld devices whilst in your carriage.
INSURANCE
The company recommends that you and your party purchase adequate travel insurance for your trip, including cover for loss of deposits and/or other costs that you might incur if you cancel your reservation. Belmond Northern Belle cannot be held responsible for any losses of this kind.
DISABLED PASSENGERS
We regret that the Belmond Northern Belle carriages cannot be boarded in wheelchairs. However, staff is available to assist any passengers to their seats and folding wheelchairs can be stored in the vestibules. Some excursions are more suitable for disabled travellers than others. Please ask for details.
BELMOND NORTHERN BELLE CARRIAGE INFORMATION
There are seven passenger carriages, each with the same interior layout of tables for two and four.
Please note that you may be seated sharing a table.