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Exciting Days Out by Steam

Stone viaduct crossing a grassy plain under large white clouds and a blue sky

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 days trips.


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 save £20 per person when you use the Yorkshire Post promotional code YPE when making your booking.


For a super day out with family or friends, choose your steam adventure now:


Stone viaduct over a rural village and river under a clear blue sky

The Edinburgh Flyer
Saturday 16 May 2026


Departs York and Durham.
Enjoy the excitement of a steam journey north along the attractive Northumbrian coast and through the rugged Scottish Borders to the Scottish capital where you can wander up the Royal Mile to visit the castle, explore the Palace of Holyrood, shop along Princes Street or perhaps visit one of the national galleries.


For an extra special treat, book on board dining..

Save £20pp with promotional code YPE

Find out more…
Steam train crossing a stone viaduct, with smoke billowing over green countryside and distant hills

The Waverley
Sunday 19 July, 9 and 23 August, 13 September 2026


Departs York, Leeds, Keighley and Skipton.
In this 150th anniversary year, why not enjoy all the drama of the Settle and Carlisle Line, including views of the mighty Three Peaks, the iconic Ribblehead Viaduct and breathtaking climbs up to Dent - the highest open station in England and to Ais Gill Summit.

A break at ancient Carlisle provides chance to explore the cathedral, see the castle or visit the historic border city’s shops, museum or cafes..


Save £20pp with promotional code YPE

19 July… 9 August… 23 August… 13 September…

Don’t forget you can save £20 per person by using the Yorkshire Post promotional code YPE when you make your booking.

Terms & conditions

  1. Discount cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer, promotion or existing booking.
  2. Discount is for day trip departures on or before 31 December 2026, subject to availability,
    and booked by 31 December 2026.
  3. This offer holds no monetary value.
  4. The Railway Touring Company’s standard conditions of booking and travel apply – see website for details.
  5. Code YPE must be quoted at time of booking.


Please note: All images shown are for illustration purposes only.