Departing From
- Crewe,
- Chester,
- Frodsham,
- Warrington Bank Quay,
- Wigan North Western
The popular ‘Fellsman’ runs again in summer 2024 for its 16th season offering a steam hauled journey northbound through Lancaster, over Shap Summit and the Cumbrian Fells, then returning southbound on the spectacular ‘Settle to Carlisle Railway’ as we travel through the Yorkshire Dales. With great limestone peaks and deep valleys, the legendary ‘Settle to Carlisle’ line is a masterpiece of Victorian engineering including the magnificent 24 arch viaduct at Ribblehead. Time will be available for sightseeing in the historic border city of Carlisle.
The Settle & Carlisle line and West Coast route are known for their magnificent scenery and steep gradients, so our engine will be working hard as we climb over Shap Summit and Ais Gill, then crossing the magnificent Ribblehead Viaduct with stunning views of the three peaks. We arrive in the historic border city of Carlisle about 13.10 for an afternoon break. You may choose to stroll between the castle and cathedral or perhaps visit the famous Tullie House Museum – all surrounded by great places to shop, eat, or be entertained.
Returning from Carlisle about 15.45 we travel southbound over the Settle to Carlisle line giving another opportunity to experience the beauty of the high Pennines and pretty Ribble Valley as our locomotive works hard up the steep and taxing climb of Wilpshire Bank being a fitting end to a perfect day.
The train is steam hauled throughout from Chester by LNER Pacific 60007 ‘Sir Nigel Gresley’ to commemorate the 65th anniversary of the locomotive achieving the post war world speed record on 23 May 1959.
TRAVEL TIMINGS*
| STATION | DEPARTS | RETURNS |
| Crewe | 07.00 | 21.35 |
| Chester | 07.40 | 20.45 |
| Frodsham | 07.55 | 20.30 |
| Warrington Bank Quay | 08.05 | 20.15 |
| Wigan North Western | 08.20 | 20.00 |
PLEASE NOTE *
All timings shown above are approximate and may be subject to change.
Destination Timings
| STATION | ARRIVES | DEPARTS |
| Carlisle | 13.10 | 15.45 |
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 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 in our beautifully restored wood panelled vintage carriages 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 an afternoon 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.
Standard Class (non-dining)
£165
Seating is around a table of four with bookings for two persons seated side by side with one window and one aisle seat, whilst bookings for one person are normally allocated an aisle seat. Enjoy complimentary tea and coffee throughout your journey as well as additional items that may be purchased from our buffet bar offering a choice of refreshments, light snack items, wines, beers, and spirits.
