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 MWO when you make your booking.
For a super day out with family or friends, plan your steam adventure now:
The Winter Cumbrian Mountain Express
Saturday 31 January 2026
Departs Manchester Piccadilly and Wigan North Western.
A scenic winter’s day out travelling outwards over the Cumbrian Fells via Shap to historic border city Carlisle and returning via the highly scenic Settle and Carlisle line.
Save £20pp with promotional code MWO
The Buxton Spa Express
Saturday 14 March 2026
Departs Wigan North Western, Manchester Victoria, Bolton and Blackburn/Stockport.
Enjoy a scenic steam adventure into the rugged Peak District with a visit to the attractive spa town Buxton.
Save £20pp with promotional code MWO
Don’t forget you can save £20 per person by using the manchesterworld.uk promotional code MWO 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 MWO must be quoted at time of booking.
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