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Journey by Steam to The Lakes in 2022
Tuesday 27 September – Friday 30 September 2022 As the heat of summer gives way to balmier days, join us on this spectacular trip to Cumbria where you can spend three nights in the glorious Lake District. We have booked some fabulous hotels with lake-view rooms on the shores of Lake Windermere where you’ll have…
Journey by Steam to Cornwall in 2021
Tuesday 28 September – Friday 1 October 2021 As the heat of summer gives way to balmier days, join us on this spectacular trip to Devon and Cornwall as our very own steam locomotive B1 Mayflower hauls us double-headed along this picturesque route with spectacular views all the way west. We will traverse the iconic…
How does a steam locomotive work?
Steam locomotives are fondly remembered for their essential role in the Industrial Revolution and are seen as one of the greatest inventions of all time. But how do they work?
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…
Cocktails to keep the spirits up!
We are missing seeing you on board but in the meantime we wanted to share some of our special cocktail recipes for you to make at home, to keep your spirits up until we meet again! COMPETITION TIME – for the chance to have your favourite cocktail featured in our on board drinks list, send…
Steam Dreams Celebrates 20th Anniversary in Style
On Thursday, 16th December 1999, over 150 passengers waited excitedly at Waterloo station for their train to arrive. At 11am that day, the first ever Steam Dreams trip departed for Salisbury, hauled by BR Class 5MT 4-6-0 73096. At that time, the journey to Salisbury took just under two hours and fares started from £39!…
10 things to do in Canterbury
As the first Steam Dreams destination 20 years ago, Canterbury holds a special place in all our hearts. The city is lined with old buildings that date back to the Tudor times, the highlight of which is the beautiful Cathedral. There is plenty to see and do here and we have compiled our 10 favourites…
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…
Our top 10 coastal destinations in Britain
The UK is not necessarily known for its sandy beaches, but there are some stunning coastlines and charming seaside towns to discover. Check out our countdown of the top 10 destinations in the UK. Great Yarmouth Great Yarmouth is famous as a family holiday destination, bursting with fun things to do, activities for all, shows…
Cheers to Mums! Free G&T for Mother’s Day bookings
Treat your Mum to a special day out to celebrate Mothering Sunday and you can both enjoy a FREE Gin & Tonic*! Travel on our special Steam Dreams steam train trip on Saturday 30th March from London to the Severn Valley Railway or Worcester and let us spoil you and your Mum! Book before Friday…
Super Train: Discover New Frontiers