UK Steam Day Trips 2026
List of Services
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The Cumbrian Coast Express
Saturday 27 June 2026
Our journey will combine the scenic grandeur of the Cumbrian Fells with the exposed Cumbrian coastline that skirts the western edge of the Lake District.
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The Tynesider
Saturday 4 July 2026
Join us for an interesting trip from London’s King’s Cross to travel steam hauled on the Blyth and Tyne line to Morpeth.
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The End of Southern Steam
Thursday 9 July 2026
Standard Class - Low Availabilty
First and Premier Class - Full - Waiting List In Operation
This day trip by steam train provides a unique opportunity to visit the Yeovil Railway Centre and the popular seaside resort of Weymouth for the afternoon.
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The Cumbrian Mountain Express
Saturday 11 July 2026
This is a wonderful opportunity for passengers from Merseyside and Lancashire to travel by steam train over two of England’s most scenic railway routes.
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The White Rose
Saturday 11 July 2026
Premier Class - Extra Seats Added
Join us for an exhilarating main line steam run from London’s King’s Cross to the historic city of York.
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The North Wales Coast Express
Sunday 12 July 2026
The North Wales Coast Express is a special steam hauled summer train that runs from Liverpool and Chester to Holyhead.
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The West Somerset Steam Express
Saturday 18 July 2026
This series of trains from London Paddington to Minehead features haulage by two steam locomotives in one day.
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The Waverley
Sunday 19 July 2026
This summer series of steam hauled trains provides an opportunity for passengers from York, Leeds and the Aire Valley to travel over the spectacular Settle & Carlisle Railway.
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The Dorset Coast Express
Wednesday 22 July 2026
We are offering a number of attractive summer day trips from London to Weymouth by steam train. These trains provide plenty of opportunity to visit the beautiful Dorset coast and relive the ‘golden age’ of steam.
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The Royal Duchy
Sunday 26 July 2026
These ever-popular summer day trips by steam train run from Bristol Temple Meads, Yatton and Taunton to Devon & Cornwall.
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The Cumbrian Mountain Express
Saturday 1 August 2026
This trip provides a wonderful opportunity to get out and about during the Summer months, with the added bonus of steam haulage over the Northern Fells, including the spectacular Settle & Carlisle Railway.
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The West Somerset Steam Express
Saturday 8 August 2026
This series of trains from London Paddington to Minehead features haulage by two steam locomotives in one day.
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The Waverley
Sunday 9 August 2026
This summer series of steam hauled trains provides an opportunity for passengers from York, Leeds and the Aire Valley to travel over the spectacular Settle & Carlisle Railway.
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The Dorset Coast Express
Thursday 13 August 2026
We are offering a number of attractive summer day trips from London to Weymouth by steam train. These trains provide plenty of opportunity to visit the beautiful Dorset coast and relive the ‘golden age’ of steam.
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The Cumbrian Coast Express
Saturday 15 August 2026
This is a wonderful opportunity for those from the Crewe and Manchester areas to travel by steam train on a journey combining the scenic grandeur of the Cumbrian Fells with the exposed Cumbrian coastline.
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The Blackpool Steam Express
Saturday 22 August 2026
Join us on this special train to the Fylde Coast and the vibrant seaside resort of Blackpool.
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The Waverley
Sunday 23 August 2026
This summer series of steam hauled trains provides an opportunity for passengers from York, Leeds and the Aire Valley to travel over the spectacular Settle & Carlisle Railway.
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The Royal Duchy
Sunday 30 August 2026
These ever-popular summer day trips by steam train run from Bristol Temple Meads, Yatton and Taunton to Devon & Cornwall.
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The Wensum and Thames Explorer
Saturday 5 September 2026
This new tour from East Anglia will see a steam hauled train leave Norwich early in the morning for a leisurely cross country run…
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The East Yorkshireman
Saturday 5 September 2026
Join us for a memorable steam-hauled day excursion to the popular Yorkshire seaside resort of Scarborough.
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The Weardale Explorer
Saturday 12 September 2026
Join us for a memorable day of classic railway adventure as our special train departs London King’s Cross and journeys north toward the rugged beauty of County Durham.
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The Waverley
Sunday 13 September 2026
This summer series of steam hauled trains provides an opportunity for passengers from York, Leeds and the Aire Valley to travel over the spectacular Settle & Carlisle Railway.
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The Swanage Belle
Wednesday 16 September 2026
A unique experience awaits those who join this day trip by steam train to Swanage. It uses the re-opened rail link from Wareham to the ‘Heritage’ Swanage Railway.
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The West Somerset Steam Express
Saturday 19 September 2026
This series of trains from London Paddington to Minehead features haulage by two steam locomotives in one day.
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The Dorset Coast Express
Wednesday 23 September 2026
We are offering a number of attractive summer day trips from London to Weymouth by steam train. These trains provide plenty of opportunity to visit the beautiful Dorset coast and relive the ‘golden age’ of steam.
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The Royal Duchy
Sunday 27 September 2026
These ever-popular summer day trips by steam train run from Bristol Temple Meads, Yatton and Taunton to Devon & Cornwall.
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The Cumbrian Mountain Express
Saturday 3 October 2026
Our final Cumbrian Mountain Express for 2026 provides a wonderful opportunity to enjoy Autumn steam haulage over the Northern Fells, including the spectacular Settle & Carlisle Railway.
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The Esk Valley
Friday 9 October 2026
Join us for a memorable day out over one of Britain's most scenic and least-travelled railway routes.
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The Armistice Steam Express
Wednesday 11 November 2026
Join us for a memorable day behind steam as we mark Armistice Day with a special circular journey through the beautiful landscapes of Southern England.
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The York Yuletide Express
Saturday 14 November 2026
Join us for a festive steam-hauled day out to the historic city of York.
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The Christmas White Rose
Saturday 21 November 2026
Join us for an unforgettable main line steam-hauled journey from London King's Cross to the historic city of York.
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The Edinburgh Christmas Market
Saturday 21 November 2026
Join us on board this special train for a memorable journey from York to Edinburgh and back.
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The Christmas Sussex Belle
Wednesday 25 November 2026
Join us on a special train to celebrate the Festive Season in style. Our train travels from London Victoria to the Sussex coast.
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The Sherborne Christmas Carol
Wednesday 2 December 2026
We return for our annual visit to either the picturesque market town of Sherborne in Dorset at Christmas time, or the Yeovil Railway Centre.
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The Cotswold Christmas Venturer
Saturday 5 December 2026
Join us on a festive steam-hauled rail tour through the beautiful Cotswold Hills to one of the country's most celebrated Christmas events – the Worcester Victorian Christmas Fayre.
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The Worcester Christmas Fayre Express
Saturday 5 December 2026
Join us for a festive rail tour from Liverpool Lime Street to the historic city of Worcester, home to one of the country's most celebrated seasonal events – the Worcester Victorian Christmas Fayre.
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The Edinburgh Christmas Hive
Saturday 12 December 2026
Join us aboard this special festive train for a memorable journey from Manchester and stations across the North West to the magnificent Scottish capital of Edinburgh.
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The Bath and Bristol Christmas Express
Saturday 12 December 2026
Join us on this seasonal train that will leave London Paddington early on Saturday morning for the scenic journey to Bath and Bristol.
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The Christmas Sussex Belle
Wednesday 16 December 2026
Join us on a special train to celebrate the Festive Season in style. Our train travels from London Victoria to the Sussex coast.
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The Edinburgh Christmas Market
Saturday 19 December 2026
Join us on board this special train for a memorable journey from York to Edinburgh and back.
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The Christmas White Rose
Saturday 19 December 2026
Step aboard for a memorable winter steam-hauled excursion to the historic city of York.
Please note: All images shown on this website are for promotional purposes and not necessarily indicative of the locomotive to be used.









