The Standard Rewards
Save £20 per person on a steam day out
Save £20 per person on a scenic day out by steam train
For a super day out with family or friends, plan your steam adventure now
The Railway Touring Company is offering The Standard readers a £20 per person discount on its 2026 day trips with a choice of dates from London stations. Step on board to relive the Golden Age of rail travel.
Sit back, relax and watch the world go by!
Don’t forget to save £20pp use the The Standard Rewards promotional code SWL as you book.
The Sussex Belle
Wednesday 15 April 2026
Departs London Victoria
A scenic steam journey to the Sussex coast crossing the North and South Downs and passing through the beautiful Weald with a break at Eastbourne.
Save £20pp with promotional code SWL
The Cumbrian Mountain Express
Saturday 9 May 2026
Departs London Euston and Watford Junction.
Travel over the spectacular, world famous Settle and Carlisle Line by steam train watching out for the iconic Ribblehead Viaduct and majestic Three Peaks along the way..
Save £20pp with promotional code SWL
The Buxton Spa Express
Saturday 16 May 2026
Departs London Ealing Broadway and St Albans City.
A day out including steam through the heart of the rugged Peak District and a visit to Buxton, famous for its spa waters, Pump Room, Crescent, Pavilion and other fine Georgian architecture.
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The Swanage Belle
Wednesday 20 May 2026
Departs London Victoria, Staines and Woking.
Sit back and relax as the scenery goes by with spectacular views of Poole Harbour and Corfe Castle on route to seaside Swanage with its sandy beach and Victorian pier.
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The Atlantic Coast Express
Saturday 23 May 2026
Departs London Waterloo and Woking.
A classic rail journey following part of the route of the old Atlantic Coast Express (ACE) from London to Devon and Cornwall. We shall leave London steam hauled and visit historic Exeter.
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The Aberystwyth Coastal Voyager
Saturday 6 June 2026
Departs London Euston and Watford Junction.
This special train will be met by a classic diesel locomotive at Oxley for the journey on to visit the Cambrian Coast resort of Aberystwyth with spectacular mid Wales scenery along the way.
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The Portsmouth Flyer
Saturday 13 June 2026
Departs London Victoria, Staines and Woking.
A scenic journey by steam to the attractive city of Portsmouth rich with naval history. You will have the option of alighting at Portsmouth & Southsea or Portsmouth Harbour.
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The Cumbrian Mountain Express
Saturday 20 June 2026
Departs London Euston or Watford Junction.
A chance to experience the world famous Settle & Carlisle Line by steam, including the iconic Ribblehead Viaduct and the magnificent Three Peaks.
Save £20pp with promotional code SWL
The Cumbrian Coast Express
Saturday 27 June 2026
Departs London Euston.
Enjoy a day out by special train including steam along the scenic Cumbrian Coast with Irish Sea views.
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The Tynesider
Saturday 4 July 2026
Departs London King’s Cross and Stevenage.
A day out by train picking up steam at York to visit Newcastle, with its vibrant riverfront. Alternatively, stay on board for a steam journey along the Blyth and Tyne Railway.
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The End of Southern Steam
Thursday 9 July 2026
Departs London Victoria and Woking.
A steam day trip to mark the anniversary of the end of steam passenger services. With opportunities to visit Yeovil Railway Centre or the popular seaside resort of Weymouth.
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The White Rose
Saturday 11 July 2026
Departs London King’s Cross and Stevenage.
Enjoy a steam journey north to historic York where there is lots to see and do including the magnificent Minster, famous Shambles, river cruises or perhaps visit the National Railway Museum.
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The West Somerset Steam Express
Saturday 18 July 2026
Departs London Paddington and Slough.
A super day out by steam visiting seaside Minehead on the Bristol Channel coast.
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The Dorset Coast Express
Wednesday 22 July 2026
Departs London Victoria, Staines and Woking.
A seaside steam special with the option of visiting Bournemouth with its fine sandy beaches and pine walks or the traditional seaside town of Weymouth.
Save £20pp with promotional code SWL
The Cumbrian Mountain Express
Saturday 1 August 2026
Departs London Euston or Watford Junction.
A chance to experience the world famous Settle & Carlisle Line by steam, including the iconic Ribblehead Viaduct and the magnificent Three Peaks.
Save £20pp with promotional code SWL
The West Somerset Steam Express
Saturday 8 August 2026
Departs London Paddington and Slough.
A super day out by steam visiting seaside Minehead on the Bristol Channel coast.
Save £20pp with promotional code SWL
The Dorset Coast Express
Thursday 13 August 2026
Departs London Victoria, Staines and Woking.
A seaside steam special with the option of visiting Bournemouth with its fine sandy beaches and pine walks or the traditional seaside town of Weymouth.
Save £20pp with promotional code SWL
The Blackpool Steam Express
Saturday 22 August 2026
Departs London Euston and Watford Junction.
A day out to visit the vibrant seaside resort of Blackpool with its famous tower, seafront vintage trams and three piers. Our special train will be joined by a steam locomotive at Crewe.
Save £20pp with promotional code SWL
To save £20pp use the The Standard Rewards promotional code SWL as you book.
Terms & conditions
- Offer open to The Standard Rewards subscribers and up to three guests.
- Discount cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer, promotion or existing booking.
- Discount is for London daytrip departures on or before 31 December 2026, subject to availability, and booked by 31 December 2026.
- This offer holds no monetary value.
- The Railway Touring Company’s standard conditions of booking and travel apply – click here for details.
- Code SWL must be quoted at time of booking.
Images are for illustration purposes only – locomotives and coaches may differ.
