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Day Trips by Steam Train start from a number of locations in England & Wales and travel through scenic countryside to places of interest.

The Railway Touring Company has a long established reputation for providing an interesting variety of UK Day Trips by Steam Train and tours in the UK, Europe and Worldwide. The trains are specially chartered and each passenger travels in their own reserved seat. Each train offers a choice of seating options. The Premier Dining option is available on most trains for those who have a special occasio

n to celebrate or just wish to treat themselves to an unforgettable dining experience. UK tours are available for a few days or more than a week in duration. There is no better way to explore our island’s countryside than from the comfort of a railway carriage. Railways often follow routes that provide unrivalled scenery that cannot be viewed in any other way. Travel is normally in daylight with overnight accommodation in quality hotels. Our tours to Europe cover many of the countries of mainland Europe including Scandinavia. Increasingly, some of these tours make use of Eurostar trains to travel from England through the Channel Tunnel, an experience in itself. Many tours make use of specially chartered trains hauled by steam locomotives. Wherever possible, we make the most of photographic and filming opportunities so that tour participants can capture unique images of their rail tour. World Tours visit countries of the world where travel by train provides opportunities to see sights and visit places not often included in the tour itineraries of others. History, culture, adventure, a plethora of geographical features, social customs and gastronomic delights await those who join our Worldwide tours. Travel by train, often specially chartered and hauled by a steam locomotive, is the means by which we deliver experiences not to be missed and sometimes never to be repeated.

03/09/2024

We're coming to the end of our UK holidays for the year, with only 8 left! Will we see you on any of our September holidays? Didn't get around to booking one this year, next year's holidays are now online starting May 2025! Head over to our website to find out more. 🇬🇧

30/08/2024

The Hadrian 🛤️

Travel from York to Carlisle and experience the 183-year old Tyne Valley Line, the Settle to Carlisle Railway and the East Coast Main Line! Join us on 12 October 2024, visit our website for more details.

28/08/2024

The Cumbrian Coast Express ⛰️

Combine the scenic grandeur of the Cumbrian Fells with the beautiful coastline that skirts the western edge of the Lake District. Enjoy a steam tour from Carlisle to Carnforth on Saturday 5 October 2024, don't miss out, book now!

26/08/2024

We have loads of tours coming up in September, will we see you on any of them? With destinations like Stratford-upon-Avon, Swanage, Cornwall and the Cumbrian Mountains, including the Settle & Carlisle Railway. What are you most excited for? 🚂

24/08/2024

The Christmas Sussex Belle on 20/11/24! 🎅🏼

Celebrate the Festive Season in style, travel from London Victoria to the Sussex coast hauled by an LMS Black 5 locomotive. Enjoy a leisurely lunch with a fantastic view from your carriage. Visit our website for more information!

22/08/2024

The Christmas White Rose ☃️

Join us for an exciting main line steam run from London King's Cross to the historic city of York, home to the National Railway Museum. Travel steam hauled from London to York and as far as Peterborough on the return. Book your tickets now 16/11/24!

20/08/2024

The Peaks Express 🚂

Join us on Sunday 27th October for a grand circular tour through the Peak District along the Hope Valley line. There will also be the option to alight at Chesterfield for an afternoon break. Get your tickets online now!

16/08/2024

We have a brand new tour! Steam into the New Year with us!🎇

Finish the old year in style and kick off 2025 in Northern Germany and the Czech Republic, from 28/12/24 to 07/01/25. Steam along the attractive Continental main line and narrow gauge railways. Visit our website today!

14/08/2024

Thinking about Christmas? We know it's early but we are so excited for our Christmas Market holidays! Join us from 28 Nov to 6 Dec discover the fantastic Xmas Markets in Germany, explore historic cities, the Rhineland and the Harz Mountains in a Winter Wonderland. Contact us!🏔️

13/08/2024

Canada by Rail and Alaskan Cruise 🇨🇦

Travel across Canada on famous trains and watch this beautiful country unfolds before your eyes. See rare wildlife such as whales, eagles, bears and more. This tour is running in both May and September 2025, don't miss out!

10/08/2024

The Summer Highlander 9-14 Sept 2024 ☀️

Explore Scotland’s culture and landscape on this unique summer tour to the scenic Scottish Highlands. Discover the picturesque Isle of Skye on a ferry and road trip and explore John O’Groats outpost. Visit our website for more.

08/08/2024

The Southern Seasider 🚂

Our all-new tour to Southern England is not to be missed. Heritage Railways, maritime history and iconic seaside locations all combine to make this holiday truly one to remember. Join us on 05/09/24 - 12/09/24. Visit our website for more details!

06/08/2024

The East Anglian 🏰

06/09/24 - 12/09/24

Experience the very best of East Anglia’s small railways. Based in the historic towns of Norwich and King’s Lynn. Discover ancient castles, quaint villages and unspoilt seaside towns hauled by steam locomotives. Find out more online.

02/08/2024

Discover the natural beauty of Switzerland on our Bernese Oberland tour, famed for its shimmering lakes and soaring Alpine peaks. Based in Grindelwald, you’ll explore famous mountain rack railways, wildflower gardens and more.

Join us on 16/10/24 to 23/10/24 for this once in a lifetime tour, visit our website to book your tickets today! 🏔️

29/07/2024

Autumn in Alsace 03/10/24 - 10/10/24 🍂

Based in the vibrant city of Colmar, tour highlights include trips into nearby southern Germany and a visit to the Abreschviller Forest Railway in Lorraine, hauled by an 0-4-4-0T Mallet type steam locomotive. Visit our website for more!

27/07/2024

The Armistice Steam Express 11/11/24 🎖️

Sit back, relax and watch the countryside go past your window on Remembrance Day. We will remember the start of the armistice for the end of fighting at the 11th hour on the 11th November 1918. 🌹

25/07/2024

The Peaks Express on 27/10/24 is a grand circular tour through the spectacular scenery of the Peak District and the Hope Valley line. We also traverse some sections of track that do not see regular steam hauled passenger trains around Sheffield and the East Midlands. 🛤️

23/07/2024

The Hadrian on 12/10/24 🤩

Breathtaking landscape and nostalgic steam travel combine in one of our most exciting tours. Experience the magnificent and world famous Settle to Carlisle Railway, travel on the 183-year old Tyne Valley Line, and speed along the East Coast Main Line.

19/07/2024

The Atlantic Coast Express 28/09/24

Join us on this classic rail journey, on the route of the old ACE that ran from London to Devon and Cornwall. Ex Southern Region ‘Merchant Navy’ Class locomotive No. 35028 Clan Line will recreate this special train. Visit our website today! 🚂

17/07/2024

The Coast to Coast Express on 21 Sept is a day trip travelling from Liverpool to Scarborough and back. With some spectacular scenery crossing the Pennines and the option of visiting either York or Scarborough, hauled by a steam locomotive from the Carnforth pool. Book now! 🎟️

15/07/2024

Our incredibly popular Cumbrian Mountain Express is back. We have a high speed journey down the WCML to Carnforth, hauled by a blue class 86 electric locomotive. We then enjoy a circular steam tour out and back via the Settle and Carlisle line. Find out more on our website! 🚂

13/07/2024

The East Anglian on 6th Sept to 12th Sept 2024 🏰

Experience the very best of East Anglia, explore its unique landscape, delightful coastal towns and vibrant cities, on this inspiring UK tour. Based in the historic towns of Norwich and King’s Lynn, you’ll enjoy steam trips on the Bure Valley, Mid Norfolk and North Norfolk lines. Highlights also include an epic steam-hauled excursion to Stratford-Upon-Avon on the Stratford Flyer, a guided tour of Norwich and visits to historic Castle Rising and Wymondham Abbey. Book online now! https://bit.ly/3QsjzB1

11/07/2024

The Southern Seasider 05/09/24 - 12/09/24 🦀🐚

Our all-new tour to Southern England is not to be missed. Heritage Railways, maritime history, a wine and cheese tour, and much more, including iconic seaside locations, all combine to make this holiday truly one to remember. Book your tickets online today! https://bit.ly/4aY7ZGc

09/07/2024

The Cotswold Venturer 24/08/24

This scenic rail tour by steam train through the beautiful Cotswold Hills to the cathedral city of Worcester, located on the banks of the river Severn. We run via the Golden Valley line through Kemble and Stroud, which will include the steep climb up to Sapperton tunnel. There's still a few tickets left! Book now: https://bit.ly/4cb7nxx 🚂

09/07/2024

Our End of Southern Steam tour - steam services ended in the South on the 9th July 1967! 🚂

We are up and running today with our trip to Yeovil and Weymouth! We've left Victoria and the first leg is under way.

05/07/2024

The Cumbrian Mountain Express on 24/08/24 ⛰️

An opportunity for passengers from Crewe and Manchester to travel by steam train over England’s most scenic railway routes. Travel north to Carlisle by the WCML and return via the Settle & Carlisle Line, passing through spectacular mountain scenery. Book your tickets online https://bit.ly/4czsSYM

03/07/2024

The Royal Duchy 18th August 2024

Our summer favourite, travel from Bristol Temple Meads, Yatton and Taunton to Devon & Cornwall. Passengers can choose to spend time in Plymouth or travel on to Par, where buses are provided for visits to Fowey or Charlestown. Book now https://bit.ly/3VxMRBt

25/05/2024

The East Anglian! Friday 6th to Thurs 12th Sept 2024

Experience the very best of East Anglia’s small railways and explore its unique landscape, from delightful coastal towns to vibrant cities. Discover ancient castles, quaint villages and unspoilt seaside towns as you steam across the stunning landscapes of the region behind historic steam locomotives. https://bit.ly/3QsjzB1

23/05/2024

Don't miss the Southern Seasider 🌊 Setting out 5th to 12th September 2024

Our all-new tour to Southern England is not to be missed. Step back in time with a visit to the 1066 Battle of Hastings, Abbey and Battlefield site, and enjoy a Wine and Cheese Tour and tasting at the Bluebell Vineyard. https://bit.ly/4aY7ZGc 🍷🧀

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The Old Stables, Estuary Road
King's Lynn
PE302HL

Opening Hours

Monday	8:30am - 5pm
Tuesday	8:30am - 5pm
Wednesday	8:30am - 5pm
Thursday	8:30am - 5pm
Friday	8:30am - 5pm
Saturday	9am - 4pm

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http://www.railwaytouring.net/

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Join us this Sunday on our final journey to Cornwall for 2024 - The Royal Duchy is not to be missed. This ever-popular summer day trip by steam train runs from Bristol Temple Meads, Yatton and Taunton to Devon & Cornwall. The route includes travelling along the internationally famous sea wall at Dawlish, crossing Brunel’s famous Saltash Bridge into Cornwall, and some of the most varied and exciting scenery in the country. You can choose to spend time in Plymouth, exploring its rich maritime history and vibrant cultural scene, or travel on to Par, where buses are provided for visits to the picturesque fishing village of Fowey, with its charming harbour and quaint cottages, or the historic harbour village of Charlestown, with its stunning Georgian architecture and famous shipwreck museum. Whether you're a railway enthusiast, a history buff, or simply looking for a fun and relaxing day out, our Royal Duchy journey has something for everyone. So why not treat yourself to a nostalgic day of steam train travel, scenic views, and Cornish charm? Book your tickets now and join us for an unforgettable adventure to the Royal Duchy of Cornwall! https://www.railwaytouring.net/the-royal-duchy-september-2024

One of the railway highlights of our Royal Duchy is turning the locomotive on the turntable at St Blazey 🛤️

Our popular Royal Duchy on 28th July! Keep an eye out, we have more of these trips coming up 👀

See our upcoming tours on our website! 🚂

Our End of Southern Steam day trip hauled by the beautiful 35028 Clan Line Merchant Navy 4-6-2 ‘Pacific’ 🚂

Our North Wales Coast Express on 7th July! 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿

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We're halfway through the Great Britain XVI 🚂🇬🇧 #railwaytouring #railwaytouringcompany #steamtrain #locomotive #uktours #scenerytours #ukviews #ukscenery

Take a journey back in time 🚂 #railwaytouring #railwaytouringcompany #steamtrain #locomotive #uktours #scenerytours #ukviews #ukscenery

Winter Cumbrian Mountain Express hauled by 34067 Tangmere 🚂🏔️ #railwaytouring #railwaytouringcompany #steamtrain #locomotive #uktours #scenerytours #ukviews #ukscenery #cumbrianmountains

Railway Touring Company & LNER Class A3 4472 Flying Scotsman 2023 Highlights. What a Year we've had with this locomotive!

The Cumbrian Mountain Express Part 2/2 ⛰️ #railwaytouring #railwaytouringcompany #steamtrain #locomotive #uktours #scenerytours

The Cumbrian Mountain Express Part 1/2 ⛰️ #railwaytouring #railwaytouringcompany #steamtrain #locomotive #uktours #scenerytours

A trip along the Dorset Coast🏖️🚂 #railwaytouringcompany #locomotive #dorsetcoast #45596 #traintours #traintrips #uktours #railwaytour

44932 and 60103🚂 The Black 5 (or Class 5 Mixed Traffic) was designed by Sir William Stanier when he was Chief Mechanical Engineer for the London Midland & Scottish (LMS) railway. Flying Scotsman is the most famous steam powered locomotive in the world, designed by Sir Nigel Gresley, was built by the London and North Eastern Railway (LNER) at Doncaster Works in 1923, this year we are celebrating it's Centenary year! #therailwaytouringcompany #railwaytouringcompany #rwtc #44932 #60103 #locomotives #steamloco #steamlocomotive #scenerytours #railwaytouring #flyingscotsman #black5locomotive

Enjoy the beautiful scenes and make memories that will last a lifetime🛤️ #railwaytouringcompany #steamtrains #railwaytours #toursuk #traintoursuk #uktraintours #60103 #locomotive #ukscenery

Some beautiful shots from our recent visit to Aberdeen with 60103🚂🌅 #railwaytouring #railwaytouringcompany #steam train #locomotive #aberdeen #uktours #scenerytours #ukviews #ukscenery

There's nothing better than enjoying the beautiful views that this world has to offer🛤️🏞️ #railwaytouring #therailwaytouringcompany #steamtrains #locomotive #ukviews #countryside #flyingscotsman

The Flying Scotsman Today on our Great Yarmouth Flyer Tour

The Cumbrian Mountain Express, and the beautiful views along the way🛤️🏞️ #railwaytouringcompany #railwaytour #traintouring #uktours #locomotive #cumbrianmountainexpress #35018britishindialine