All aboard the Belmond Northern Belle luxury train and celebrate Christmas in true style.
Settle into in your festively decorated carriage and look forward to a sumptuous seven-course lunch with all the trimmings. Your table is set in with crisp white linen, glittering glassware and bespoke china.
Liveried stewards take care of all your needs as the train journeys through the enchanting wintery countryside. Take in the opulent details of your vintage carriage, evoking the bygone glamour of 1930s “Belle” trains.
Read about the train’s history and imagine the characters that once passed through its corridors. A convivial atmosphere and entertainment from a table-top magician make this a journey to remember.
This is just the way to enter into the festive spirit, either as a well deserved treat for yourself or as a special gift for loved ones.
INCLUDES
Round-trip travel aboard the Belmond Northern Belle luxury train
Welcome champagne reception on board
Fine-dining
Sumptuous seven-course lunch: 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
Table magicians
THE EXPERIENCE
From the moment you see the gleaming Belmond Northern Belle train pull into the station, you are transported back to the glamourous age of train travel - think Agatha Christie. The lovingly restored train offers a true escape from the hurly burly of modern life. Gaze on the delightful handcrafted interiors, silver service and gastronomic cuisine. Sip champagne, take in the views, chat with your fellow travellers. Unwind and relax. You will take away memories to last a long time.
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.