STATESMAN RAIL - NORTHUMBRIAN STATESMAN

NORTHUMBRIAN STATESMAN

Saturday 25 August 2012

Departing From: Milton Keynes (06.25/23.05) Northampton (06.45/22.45) Long Buckby (07.00/22.25) Rugby (07.15/22.10) Coventry (07.30/21.55) Birmingham International (07.50/21.35) Sutton Coldfield (08.20/21.05) Lichfield Trent Valley (08.35/20.45) Burton-on-Trent (08.55/20.25) Derby (09.10/20.10) Belper (09.25/20.00) Chesterfield (09.45/19.45)

All timings shown above are provisional - Tickets and confirmed final timings will be forwarded to you by post and you should receive these no later than approximately 7 days prior to the date of departure.

We present a scenic tour to the spectacular North East with its landscape of iconic landmarks and beautiful dramatic coastline as we travel through the Vale of York with views of the Yorkshire Moors and then along the sweeping Northumberland coastal route. This tour offers a choice of leisure time in either historic Durham, picturesque Alnmouth or the border town of Berwick-upon-Tweed, with optional off train tours to the award winning Beamish Open Air Museum, or, magnificent Alnwick Castle.

Our first destination is Durham where around five hours will be available at leisure to enjoy the delights of this historic city with its cobbled streets, Norman Cathedral & Castle that were founded in 1072 and today are a World Heritage Site as they stand high above the River Wear where relaxing cruises are available.

Alternatively, remain on board for the journey along the dramatic coastline to the picturesque fishing village of Alnmouth which is situated on a sheltered estuary and was founded in 1150 to become established as a shipbuilding centre. Today Alnmouth remains a beautiful and interesting village worthy of exploration with panoramic views and a variety of restaurants, pubs and coffee shops for the discerning visitor, but please be aware that the village is a walk of one mile from the station.

Perhaps continue on our train to the dramatic walled town Berwick-upon-Tweed with its huge Elizabethan fortress overlooking the river built to keep out the invading Scots. There is a wide estuary with views to Lindisfarne and this beautiful unspoiled town is truly worthy of exploration with a walk around the battlements or visit the historic quay.

We have available a choice of two optional off train tours which should be booked at the same time as the main tour as space is limited:

Beamish Open Air Museum
Road coaches will transport you on the short journey to the award winning 300 acre Beamish Museum for a totally unique day out. It’s a vast, living, working experience of life as it was in the North East of the late 1800’s and early 1900’s where the past comes to life with costumed guides and the opportunity to travel by Tram or omnibus to the Town, Colliery Village, Home Farm, Pockerley Manor and the 1825 Railway complete with the Puffing Billy locomotive.
Supplement....£18 per person

Alnwick Castle
At Alnmouth road coaches will transport you on the short journey to the foreboding Alnwick Castle that has been the seat of the Dukes of Northumberland since 1309. Aside from wonderful gardens, fascinating museums, a restaurant and entertainment the stunning state rooms contain fine furniture and paintings. More recently the castle has found fame as the location of ‘Hogwarts School’ in the Harry Potter movies.
Supplement.....£15 per person

To make your day complete we have 4 different classes of travel available on board our train, but whichever you choose remember to book early in order to avoid disappointment:

Standard Class
Reserved seating is arranged in groups of 4 around a table with bookings for 2 seated side by side in open carriages - a buffet bar is available throughout most of the journey for the purchase of hot & cold beverages, snacks and alcoholic drinks. It is in order to bring on board your own hamper and picnics for consumption on or off the train should you so desire.
Adult......£69 Party of 4.....£256

First Class
Reserved seating is arranged in groups of 4 or 2 around a table in open carriages with additional legroom, wide seats and panoramic windows. A buffet bar is available throughout most of the journey for the purchase of hot & cold beverages, snacks and alcoholic drinks. It is in order to bring on board your own hamper and picnics for consumption on or off the train should you so desire.
Adult......£105 Party of 4......£400
Guaranteed window tables for 2 are available at a supplement of £20 per person

Premier Dining
Reserved seating is arranged in groups of 4 or 2 around a table in 1st class open carriages with additional legroom, wide seats and panoramic windows. A full English breakfast and a four course dinner will be prepared on board by our chefs and silver served at your reserved seat by liveried stewards. A full wine & drinks list is available with an ‘at seat’ service during the meals. Further refreshments during the journey may be purchased from the buffet bar.
Adults.......£179 Party of 4.....£696
Guaranteed window tables for 2 are available at a supplement of £20 per person

Pullman Dining
This is the ultimate travel experience – seating is in our refurbished Pullman style umber & cream air conditioned wood panelled open carriages ‘Apollo’ & ‘Sovereign’ offering additional legroom, wide seats and panoramic windows with seating arranged in groups of 4 or 2 around a table laid with crisp linen and fully dressed with the finest crockery and glassware. The ticket price includes a reserved seat, glass of chilled bucks fizz followed by a full English breakfast and late morning tea/coffee service with pastries prior to the arrival at our destination. On the return journey you will be welcomed back on board with a glass of chilled champagne and a selection of tempting canapés will be served followed by a four course dinner with ¼ bottle of house wine, and coffee with petits fours. An ‘at seat’ drinks service is available for purchase throughout the day.
Adults......£199 Party of 4.....£776
Guaranteed window tables for 2 are available at a supplement of £20 per person

A deposit of £20 per person will secure your booking with the balance of payment due 40 days prior to the tour

To make a booking just enter the number of seats required in the quantity box and select the joining station from the drop down menu. If booking a 'Party of 4' please enter 1 in the quantity box NOT the number of passengers.

Type of Seats	Qty.	Joining Point	Price
Pullman Dining joining at		FULLY BOOKED	£199.00
Pullman Dining Party of 4 joining at		FULLY BOOKED	£776.00
Pullman Dining (guaranteed window table for 2) joining at		FULLY BOOKED	£219.00
Premier Dining joining at		FULLY BOOKED	£179.00
Premier Dining Party of 4 joining at		FULLY BOOKED	£696.00
Premier Dining (guaranteed window table for 2) joining at		FULLY BOOKED	£199.00
First Class joining at		FULLY BOOKED	£105.00
First Class Party of 4 joining at		FULLY BOOKED	£400.00
First Class (guaranteed window table for 2) joining at		FULLY BOOKED	£125.00
Standard joining at		FULLY BOOKED	£69.00
Standard Party of 4 joining at		FULLY BOOKED	£256.00
Beamish Open Air Museum Tour		FULLY BOOKED	£18.00
Alnwick Castle Tour		FULLY BOOKED	£15.00