Tag: train travel
Legend of the Rails: ‘60007 Sir Nigel Gresley’ – A Timeless Beauty
In the heart of railway history, where iron giants once ruled the tracks, there emerges a legendary locomotive that refuses to be forgotten – ‘60007 Sir Nigel Gresley‘ This majestic steam engine, built in the mid-20th century, stands as a testament to the artistry and engineering prowess of a bygone era and has earned her…
A New Tour for 2021: The Welsh Dragon
In September 2021, join us on this new tour which takes in the most beautiful railway lines in Wales. You will have three nights and two whole days exploring Snowdonia and North Wales to enjoy time at the internationally famous Italianate village of Portmeirion, visit beautiful houses and gardens or indulge your passion for steam…
Tour Britain by steam train on the Moors & Mountains Explorer
-Please note that due to COVID-19 this tour has been cancelled- In May 2020, join us on this tour which takes in some of the most remote parts of England and Wales. We’ll travel through some of the most unspoilt countryside in Britain visiting the West Country Moors, Cambrian Mountains, Snowdonia, the Lakeland Fells, and…
A Royal Night Out: Valentine’s Day trip to Windsor
Steam Dreams, operators of The Cathedrals Express steam train, have planned an exciting evening tour from London Victoria to Windsor, celebrating the best of vintage travel and English heritage. On Valentine’s Day – Wednesday 14 February, The Cathedrals Express will be visiting Windsor, where you can join from London Victoria (depart 1715, return 2315) with 3½…
A Royal Night Out: Visit Windsor by Steam
Steam Dreams, operators of The Cathedrals Express steam train, have planned an exciting evening tour from London Victoria to Windsor, celebrating the best of vintage travel and English heritage. On Valentine’s Day – Wednesday 14 February, The Cathedrals Express will be visiting Windsor, where you can join from London Victoria (depart 1715, return 2315) with 3½…
2017’s Top 5 Destinations: as chosen by the Booking Team
Here at Steam Dreams we handpick all our destinations, currently we run in five countries going North, East, South and West to some of the UK’s favourite places. The Chairman, Marcus, loved his university days, so naturally is a big fan of Durham where he studied Economics. But, to get a true reflection of the team’s…
A True Record-Breaking Engine: Tickets For Flying Scotsman Trips Sell Out in Record Time!
Steam Dreams, operators of The Cathedrals Express, is delighted to announce that all Flying Scotsman day trips have sold out! The trips sold out within a couple of weeks, following publicity in the national press about the restoration of the engine, with some trips fully booked within just two hours of appearing online. Passengers can…
Super Train: Discover New Frontiers