DEPARTING FROM

  • Chesterfield,
  • Belper,
  • Derby,
  • Tutbury and Hatton,
  • Uttoxeter,
  • Stoke-on-Trent,
  • KIdsgrove,
  • Crewe

Traversing the breath-taking beauty of the Welsh Marches route our steam hauled train offers a totally unique tour as we travel through the rolling hills of the pretty Shropshire and Herefordshire countryside dividing England and Wales for a visit to the capital city of Cardiff.

Crossing the Cheshire Plain and through historic Shrewsbury we join the Welsh Marches line and at Church Stretton there are outstanding views of the Long Mynd, continuing past magnificent Stokesay Castle and the historic towns of Ludlow and Hereford we enter South Wales and the county of Monmouthshire with superb views of the Brecon Beacons as the black mountains tower over the train. At Newport we cross the river Usk, continuing to Cardiff for an afternoon break.

The train is steam hauled from Crewe by one of our immaculately restored pool of engines including: the world famous LMS Royal Scot Class, No.46100 ‘Royal Scot’ – West Country Class, No. 34046 ‘Braunton’ – Britannia Pacific Class, No 70000 ‘Britannia’

Mobility: This tour may not be suitable for guests requiring the use of a wheelchair or with serious mobility issues.

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Saphos Trains | The Welsh Marches Express - 26 August 2026

JOURNEY

DESTINATIONS


Saphos Trains | Travel on a Luxury Train to Cardiff

Cardiff

The capital city of Wales offers spectacular shopping, museums, dining, and entertainment. Easy to explore on foot and close to the station you can visit the free Welsh National Museum and spectacular Cardiff Castle all within the city centre Cardiff Bay has restaurants, waterside views and Wales Millenium Centre and there is plenty to see and do in the three hours whilst our train is prepared for the return journey.

SOMETHING TO SUIT EVERYONE

CLASSES OF TRAVEL


Saphos Trains | Pullman Dining

Pullman Dining    

FROM £465

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.

Saphos Trains | First Class

First Class   (non-dining) 

FROM £245

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.

16 Seats Remaining

APPROXIMATE TRAVEL TIMINGS*

Boarding Stations

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

STATIONDEPARTSRETURNS
Chesterfield 06.15 22.05
Belper 06.30 21.50
Derby 06.45 21.35
Tutbury and Hatton 07.00 21.20
Uttoxeter 07.10 21.10
Stoke-on-Trent 07.40 20.40
KIdsgrove 07.50 20.30
Crewe 08.40 19.45
Destinations

The following destination stations are available on this journey

STATIONARRIVESDEPARTS
Cardiff Central 13.00 16.00

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

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