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Historic Edinburgh at Leisure

Saturday 26th September 2026

Manchester, Preston, Lancaster

5 stars

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£495
Per passenger
Luxury train journeys to Edinburgh onboard the Northern Belle

Your Journey

The Northern Belle is not just taking you to Scotland’s historic capital city — it is also transporting you back to the golden days of rail travel, an era when nothing was too good for the pampered passenger.

From the moment you board the train over a red carpet, as a kilted piper plays a lament on the station platform, and are handed a sparkling Mimosa cocktail by one of our liveried stewards, you will know this is going to be a special day.

A delicious three-course brunch will be served as you settle into your comfortable armchair in one of our gleaming umber-and-cream hand-decorated 1930s Pullman-style carriages for the journey north.

Arriving in Edinburgh, you will have plenty of time to explore at your leisure, perhaps taking a stroll through the Old Town to the imposing castle before a spot of shopping on Princes Street.

Returning to the Northern Belle after your leisure time, you will be welcomed with a Champagne reception before being served a mouth-watering six-course dinner, accompanied by our expert sommelier’s choice of fine wines, during a leisurely journey home.

The evening culminates with your choice from our celebrated and award-winning Great British Cheese Board, along with a glass of port.

EDINBURGH

Few cities in the world can match Edinburgh, with its stunning castle perched high on the hill overlooking the elegant Georgian architecture below.Check out the Floral Clock, planted in 1903, just off Princes Street, or pay homage to Greyfriars Bobby, the faithful Skye terrier who sat beside the grave of his master for 14 years. Many visitors touch Bobby’s statue, believing it will bring them luck.

Discover our carefully crafted seasonal menu, showcasing fine British cuisine prepared fresh onboard by our expert chefs.

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Saturday 26th September 2026

Departing from

Manchester, Preston, Lancaster

  • Manchester Victoria

  • Preston

  • Lancaster Station

    • Destination

  • Edinburgh Waverley Station

Timings shown are provisional.
Timings are subject to network rail confirmation 7 days prior to departure.
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Saturday, 26th September 2026
Historic Edinburgh at Leisure

A free day in Edinburgh, from the castle to Princes Street, with a red carpet welcome, brunch on the way up and six courses on the way home.

Round-trip travel aboard the Northern Belle luxury train

Sparkling Mimosa or signature Bloody Mary

Delicious three-course brunch served on the outward journey

Free time to explore Edinburgh

Champagne welcome back on board, with a signature cocktail & small-bite pairing and caviar blinis

Sumptuous six-course dinner: a British seasonal table d’hôte menu featuring an award-winning Great British cheeseboard with port, a delicious dessert, and a selection of petits fours

Sommelier’s choice — one bottle of wine per couple

Fortnum & Mason tea and Northern Belle blend coffee

Onboard entertainment including strolling musicians

£495 per passenger

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Elevate your journey
Moët & Chandon Class

Some days deserve more than a glass. Founded in 1743, Moët & Chandon is the most celebrated Champagne house in the world, poured for royalty and favoured by Napoleon himself.

Everything in your Historic Edinburgh at Leisure day, plus:

Your reception Champagne upgraded to Moët & Chandon Grand Vintage

A bottle of Moët & Chandon Impérial NV to share, per couple

Your wine upgraded from the Northern Belle Collection, per couple

+ £95per passenger

Single travellers receive half bottles.

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KRUG Class

For the once-in-a-lifetime days, there is KRUG: the most prized Champagne in the world, and the highest class of travel on the train.

Everything in your Historic Edinburgh at Leisure day, plus:

  • A bottle of Krug Grande Cuvée to share, per couple

  • Your wine upgraded from the Northern Belle Collection, per couple

  • Reserved seating in Duart, a former Royal Train carriage, or Glamis, named after the Queen Mother's childhood home

  • A parting gift to take home

 + £195per passenger - limited availability

Single travellers receive half bottles.

Book with KRUG Class

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Northern Belle has limited tables for two. We are happy to take a request, however this is not a guarantee and there is a chance that you may be sharing a table of four with another couple. Subject to availability you may guarantee a table for two by paying a supplement of £105 per passenger. When booking online if private tables of two are available you can select your preference, but you can select a shared table without a supplement subject to availability.

All of the Northern Belle carriages are vintage pullman style. Each row of seats is a table for two and across the aisle a table for four.

Yes. If notified at the time of booking, we will do our best to comply with any dietary requirements. These include Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten Free, Pescetarian and the exclusion of certain ingredients such as nuts, onions and dairy. Unfortunately, we are unable to provide meals requiring strict religious observance in preparation. Please order at least 14 days prior to travel to ensure we can order the supplies to the train whilst on tour. Please note that due to the small preparation areas on the train we cannot guarantee cross contamination within the kitchen and if you have severe allergic reactions then please call the reservations team to discuss. When you book on line you will find a section to list your passenger’s dietary needs and other comments.

We are able to accommodate passengers with slight walking difficulties. However, we recommend they are accompanied by a carer. We regret that our carriages cannot be boarded on wheelchair. Staff are able to assist passengers to their seats and folding wheelchairs can be stored during the journey.

Some journeys are not suitable for people with disabilities. Should you have any special requirements please contact your nearest reservations office.

For a journey aboard the Northern Belle luxury train, adhere to the smart casual dress code. Choose comfortable yet stylish attire and wear appropriate footwear for day trips that may involve walking.

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Please Note

  • All timings shown on this website are for your guidance only—a confirmed schedule will be supplied with your travel documents
  • The Northern Belle is hauled by a heritage diesel locomotive unless advertised as a 'steam special'
  • Please ensure you bring your travel documents on the day of your journey
  • If booking up to eight (8) weeks prior to departure, a non-refundable 15% deposit is required to secure your seats
  • Payment is required in full if you are booking within eight (8) weeks of travel
  • Bookings of two attract a surcharge of £105 per passenger for a private table for two
  • Bookings of five or six attract a surcharge of £210 for the use of the private table for two
  • Full payment and cancellation details can be found in our Terms and Conditions page >

Our Best Available rate is subject to availability at time of booking, it is not applicable for parties of 12 or more. Please contact [email protected] for group pricing.

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