Exciting Days Out by Steam from Manchester
Save £20 per person on a scenic day out by steam train
For a memorable day out step on board for one of our steam day trips departing from Manchester.
Our special trains head for a choice of great destinations along scenic routes providing the chance to travel in the company of some of Britain’s best preserved steam locomotives.
Don’t forget you can save £20 per person by using the manchesterworld.uk promotional code MCW when you make your booking.
For a super day out with family or friends, plan your steam adventure now:
The Whitby Goth Express
Friday 30 October 2026
Departs Wigan North Western and Manchester Victoria
Join us for a memorable autumn day out to the famous Yorkshire coast on board The Whitby Goth Express, timed to coincide with Whitby's Goth Weekend.
Our train will be hauled by a classic diesel locomotive Class 47 travelling via Yarm and the spectacular Esk Valley Line to the historic seaside town.
Save £20pp with promotional code MCW
The Edinburgh Christmas Hive
Saturday 12 December 2026
Departs Manchester Victoria, Bolton, Wigan North Western
Join us on this festive train for a memorable journey to the fascinating Scottish capital of Edinburgh. Our special train will be joined by a magnificent steam locomotive at Carnforth for a seasonal excursion combining classic main line steam with some of Britain's finest railway scenery and the opportunity to enjoy Edinburgh's Christmas celebrations.
Watch out for Father Christmas who will join the train with gifts for children on board.
Save £20pp with promotional code MCW
Don’t forget you can save £20 per person by using the manchesterworld.uk promotional code MCW when you make your booking.
Terms & conditions
- Discount cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer, promotion or existing booking.
- Discount is for day trip departures on or before 31 December 2026, subject to availability, and booked by 31st December 2026.
- This offer holds no monetary value.
- The Railway Touring Company’s standard conditions of booking and travel apply – see website for details.
- Code MCW must be quoted at time of booking.
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