SNOWDONIA STATESMAN Saturday 5th June 2010 SNOWDONIA STATESMAN

Saturday 5th June 2010

Departing From: Grantham (06.00/22.40) Bottesford (06.15/22.25) Nottingham (06.40/22.00) Beeston (06.50/21.50) East Midlands Parkway (07.00/21.40) Loughborough (07.10/21.30) Leicester (07.25/21.15) Hinckley (07.45/20.55) Nuneaton (07.55/20.45) Walsall (09.00/20.00)




This is truly a day out to remember as ‘The Statesman’ celebrated train heads into North Wales with a journey along the spectacular coastal route with its sweeping sea views before reversing at Llandudno Junction and climbing high into the Snowdonia National Park and up the stunningly beautiful Conwy Valley with our train passing through a region of haunting beauty and grandeur, of wild rocky mountains, hidden valleys, cascading rivers, still glacial lakes and deep forests. There is the option of spending time at the popular Victorian tourist centre of Betws-y-Coed, or continuing on to Blaenau Ffestiniog. We also have an optional excursion available offering a return steam hauled journey on the famous Ffestiniog Railway.This is truly a day out to remember as ‘The Statesman’ celebrated train heads into North Wales with a journey along the spectacular coastal route with its sweeping sea views before reversing at Llandudno Junction and climbing high into the Snowdonia National Park and up the stunningly beautiful Conwy Valley with our train passing through a region of haunting beauty and grandeur, of wild rocky mountains, hidden valleys, cascading rivers, still glacial lakes and deep forests. There is the option of spending time at the popular Victorian tourist centre of Betws-y-Coed, or continuing on to Blaenau Ffestiniog. We also have an optional excursion available offering a return steam hauled journey on the famous Ffestiniog Railway.

Our train travels through the Midlands to Crewe before we take the secondary route through the Cheshire plain and Chester, where we pass the Roman Walls crossing the River Dee and soon after we enter Wales running alongside the Irish Sea passing Prestatyn and Rhyl on a coastline famed for its beaches and views. At Llandudno Junction the train reverses for the truly spectacular journey up the beautiful Conwy Valley and into the Snowdonia National Park alongside one of the great rivers of Wales and continues along the banks of the turbulent River Lledr after it’s confluence with the Conwy at the pretty village of Betws-y-Coed where you may break your journey, or remain on board as we continue to Blaenau Ffestiniog.

A breathtaking range of scenery unfolds before us, from historic castles through estuary rich in wildlife, to gentle slopes that give way to majestic crags with views of tumbling waterfalls and high mountains. The high peaks of Snowdonia are on view before our train enters the heart of the mountain and emerges some minutes later in the imposing slate landscape of Blaenau Ffestiniog. It is here you may join our optional tour (see below) or perhaps visit the Llechwedd Slate Caverns (payable locally) situated just outside the town. Our train returns in the late afternoon retracing our journey over the same breathtaking route.

We are pleased to offer the following optional excursion which should be pre-booked at the same time as the main tour as seating is limited to 150 passengers:

The Ffestiniog Railway Adjacent to the main line station is the terminus of the narrow gauge Ffestiniog Railway where our privately chartered vintage steam train will be waiting to take us on a return journey over the highest and most mountainous part of the line to the isolated and beautiful location of Tan-y-Bwlch set in the Snowdonia National Park, there are nature trails to follow through the forest, lakes and streams to investigate, and a wide variety of wildlife to look out for. The station cafe serves a wide selection of hot and cold food and is licensed.  This is a truly memorable journey as the little train twists and turns around the mountain side offering spectacular viewsThe Ffestiniog Railway
Adjacent to the main line station is the terminus of the narrow gauge Ffestiniog Railway where our privately chartered vintage steam train will be waiting to take us on a return journey over the highest and most mountainous part of the line to the isolated and beautiful location of Tan-y-Bwlch set in the Snowdonia National Park, there are nature trails to follow through the forest, lakes and streams to investigate, and a wide variety of wildlife to look out for. The station cafe serves a wide selection of hot and cold food and is licensed.  This is a truly memorable journey as the little train twists and turns around the mountain side offering spectacular views: Adults £10.50 Children £7.80




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:

Our train travels through the Midlands to Crewe before we take the secondary route through the Cheshire plain and Chester, where we pass the Roman Walls crossing the River Dee and soon after we enter Wales running alongside the Irish Sea passing Prestatyn and Rhyl on a coastline famed for its beaches and views. At Llandudno Junction the train reverses for the truly spectacular journey up the beautiful Conwy Valley and into the Snowdonia National Park alongside one of the great rivers of Wales and continues along the banks of the turbulent River Lledr after it’s confluence with the Conwy at the pretty village of Betws-y-Coed where you may break your journey, or remain on board as we continue to Blaenau Ffestiniog. 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......£65
Child (15 yrs & under).....£55
Party of 4.....£240

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......£99
Child (15 yrs & under)......£89
Party of 4......£376
Guaranteed window tables for 2 are available at a supplement of £15 per person

A breathtaking range of scenery unfolds before us, from historic castles through estuary rich in wildlife, to gentle slopes that give way to majestic crags with views of tumbling waterfalls and high mountains. The high peaks of Snowdonia are on view before our train enters the heart of the mountain and emerges some minutes later in the imposing slate landscape of Blaenau Ffestiniog. It is here you may join our optional tour (see below) or perhaps visit the Llechwedd Slate Caverns (payable locally) situated just outside the town. Our train returns in the late afternoon retracing our journey over the same breathtaking route.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.......£175
Party of 4.....£680
Guaranteed window tables for 2 are available at a supplement of £15 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 biscuits 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.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 biscuits 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 £15 per person

A deposit of £20 per person will secure your booking with the balance of payment due 30 days prior to the tour

Just enter the number of passengers in the box in the left hand column next to the type of seats required and select the joining point, then press the 'click to book now' button at the bottom. If booking a ‘Party of 4’ please enter in the box in the left hand column the number of ‘Party’s of 4’ not the number of passengers.

Qty.
 Type of Seats Joining Point Price
Pullman Dining joining at £199.00
Pullman Dining Party of 4 joining at £776.00
Pullman Dining (guaranteed window table for 2) joining at FULLY BOOKED £214.00
Premier Dining joining at £175.00
Premier Dining Party of 4 joining at £680.00
Premier Dining (guaranteed window table for 2) joining at FULLY BOOKED £190.00
First Class joining at £99.00
First Class Party of 4 joining at £376.00
First Class (guaranteed window table for 2) joining at FULLY BOOKED £114.00
First Class Child (15 and under) joining at £89.00
First Class Child (15 and under) (guaranteed window table for 2) joining at FULLY BOOKED £104.00
Standard joining at £65.00
Standard Party of 4 joining at £240.00
Standard Child (15 and under) joining at £55.00
Oty. Optional Excursion   Price
  The Ffestiniog Railway Adult FULLY BOOKED £10.50
  The Ffestiniog Railway Child (15 yrs & under) FULLY BOOKED £7.80

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.

 

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