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Edinburgh Fringe Festival at Leisure

Thursday 19th August 2027

Liverpool, Wigan, Preston

5 stars

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£525
Per passenger
Edinburgh fringe 2027 train trip

Your Journey

Come and see the stars of today and discover the stars of tomorrow at the world-famous Edinburgh Fringe Festival.

Paul Merton, Nish Kumar, Jason Byrne, Miriam Margolyes, Bob Geldof and Alan Davies were among the headline names who appeared during 2025.

But some of the best performers can be found performing for free in the cobbled streets and squares of the Old Town.

The fun starts from the moment you board the Northern Belle over a red carpet, when our liveried steward offers you a sparkling Mimosa cocktail to enjoy as you settle into your plush armchair.

Next comes a delicious three-course brunch as we head north towards Scotland.

After free-time exploring Auld Reekie, as the Scottish capital is affectionately known, you will return to the Northern Belle for a Champagne reception, before tucking into a sumptuous six-course dinner on the journey home.

Our resident musicians will serenade you while you dine, adding an extra touch of magic to your journey.

FRINGE FESTIVAL

The world’s largest arts and media festival, Edinburgh Fringe is a not-to-be-missed three-week carnival of theatre, comedy, dance, music, circus, cabaret and children’s shows.

John Cleese, Rowan Atkinson, Steve Coogan, Miranda Hart and Phoebe Waller-Bridge all made their names here. Which big stars of tomorrow will you spot this year?

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

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Thursday 19th August 2027

Departing from

Liverpool, Wigan, Preston

  • Liverpool Lime Street

  • Wigan North Western

  • Preston

    • Destination

  • Edinburgh Waverley Station

Timings shown are provisional.
Timings are subject to network rail confirmation 7 days prior to departure.
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Thursday, 19th August 2027
Edinburgh Fringe Festival at Leisure

Here’s your chance to spot the stars of tomorrow during the world’s largest arts and media festival. Unbridled fun and culture, all set among the ambience of this fascinating Scottish city.

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

£525 per passenger

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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 Edinburgh Fringe Festival 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 Edinburgh Fringe Festival 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.

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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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Edinburgh Fringe Festival at Leisure

Here’s your chance to spot the stars of tomorrow during the world’s largest arts and media festival. Unbridled fun and culture, all set among the ambience of this fascinating Scottish city.

Thursday 19th August 2027

Liverpool, Wigan, Preston

£525
per person

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.

Edinburgh Fringe 2027 Train Trip

Here’s your chance to spot the stars of tomorrow during the world’s largest arts and media festival. Unbridled fun and culture, all set among the ambience of this fascinating Scottish city. The world's largest arts and media festival, Edinburgh Fringe is a not to be missed three week carnival featuring theatre, comedy, dance, music, circus, cabaret and much more.

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