Northern Belle Partners with Moët Hennessy

Some partnerships simply feel right. When two names synonymous with elegance, heritage and the art of celebration come together, something rather special happens. We are delighted to announce that Northern Belle has entered into an exclusive new partnership with Moët Hennessy UK, the world's leading luxury wines and spirits house and part of the prestigious LVMH group.

It is a collaboration that feels as natural as champagne with a red carpet welcome. 

A New House Champagne 

From 2026, Moët & Chandon takes pride of place as our house champagne. It will be the very first thing you taste as you step aboard and settle into your armchair-style seat. Moët & Chandon Brut Impérial has graced the world's most celebrated moments since 1743, from Formula 1 podiums and film premieres to intimate toasts shared between loved ones. Now, it is the champagne that marks the beginning of every Northern Belle journey. Those familiar with our onboard experience will know that we have always believed the celebration begins the moment you arrive. A glass of something exceptional in hand, the hum of a heritage locomotive ahead, and the gentle promise of an unforgettable day. Moët & Chandon carries that same sense of occasion: joyful, generous, and unmistakably luxurious. 

Elevate Your Journey

 For 2026, guests can choose to elevate their onboard experience with two exceptional champagne upgrades. Our new Moët & Chandon Class enhances your journey with a champagne reception upgraded to Moët & Chandon Grand Vintage, a bottle of wine from our Northern Belle Collection per couple, and a bottle of Moët & Chandon Impérial NV to enjoy throughout your meal. It is a beautifully indulgent step up, featuring the finest from the world's most celebrated champagne house. For those seeking the absolute pinnacle, our renowned KRUG Class remains the ultimate expression of the Northern Belle experience. Guests enjoy a bottle of KRUG Grand Cuvée Champagne per couple, an upgraded wine from our Northern Belle Collection, exclusive seating in Duart (formerly a carriage on The Royal Train) or Glamis (named after Her Majesty's childhood home), and a memorable gift on departure. Availability is limited, and it is every bit as special as it sounds. Quite simply, it is an onboard champagne offering unlike anything else on the British railways. 

More Than a Partnership

 What makes this collaboration truly exciting is everything that surrounds it. Moët Hennessy will be working closely with us on exclusive experiences, bespoke activations and unique touches that our guests will discover throughout the 2026 season and beyond. This is a partnership built not just on exceptional products, but on a shared commitment to creating moments that linger long in the memory. Both Northern Belle and Moët Hennessy understand that true luxury lies in the details. The weight of a crystal glass. The care taken over every course. The way a landscape unfolds through a Pullman window. It is this shared philosophy that makes the partnership feel like a perfect fit. 

A Wonderful New Chapter

 As we look ahead to another magnificent year of journeys across Britain, from the Scottish Highlands to the Cornish coast, from steam-hauled adventures through the Yorkshire Dales to elegant Christmas dining specials, we are thrilled to have Moët Hennessy by our side. Because on the Northern Belle, every journey is a celebration. And now, that celebration begins with one of the most famous champagnes on earth. We do hope you'll join us. Raise a glass. All aboard.