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West Highland Lunch

Wednesday 21st October 2026

Edinburgh, Maryhill, Glasgow

5 stars

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£465
Per passenger
luxury train dining experience

Your Journey

No wonder the West Highland Line was voted the world’s top railway journey by readers of the independent travel magazine Wanderlust, pipping both the Trans-Siberia route and Peru’s Machu Picchu line.

On this unforgettable trip aboard our 1930s Pullman-style train, you will slowly travel past lochs, glens, and waterfalls while skirting majestic mountains.

And, of course, it’s all done in outstanding luxury from the moment you board your individually decorated carriage over a red carpet.

An attentive, liveried steward will escort you to your table, set with pristine white linen, gleaming cutlery, and sparkling glassware. Your steward will then carefully pour a glass of Champagne while you enjoy some tasty canapés and study the magnificent menu. Meanwhile, our Director of Food and Beverages and their team are hard at work in our recently restored kitchen car preparing a sumptuous meal.

There are even onboard musicians to serenade you, adding an extra touch of magic to your journey. Finally, to round everything off, enjoy our Great British Cheese Board with a glass of port, followed by petits fours and a refreshing cup of Fortnum & Mason’s finest tea.

WEST HIGHLAND LINE

Called Rathad Iarainn nan Eilean in Gaelic, meaning “Iron Road to the Isles,” the line was built in the late 19th century to link the ports of western Scotland to Glasgow. Lord Beeching earmarked it for closure during the 1960s, but fortunately, it survived.

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

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Wednesday 21st October 2026

Departing from

Edinburgh, Maryhill, Glasgow

  • Edinburgh Park

  • Maryhill, Glasgow

  • Dalmuir, Glasgow

Timings shown are provisional.
Timings are subject to network rail confirmation 7 days prior to departure.
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Wednesday, 21st October 2026
West Highland Lunch

Step back in time and embrace the glamour of 1930s rail travel aboard the Northern Belle, as you journey along the breathtaking West Highland Line, enjoying exquisite fine dining and the ultimate in luxury and comfort.

Round-trip travel aboard the Northern Belle luxury train via the West Highland Line

Champagne reception with canapés and caviar blinis

Sumptuous seven-course lunch: 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

Onboard entertainment including strolling musicians

Fortnum & Mason tea and Northern Belle blend coffee

£465 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 West Highland Lunch 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 West Highland Lunch 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.

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.

Luxury Train Dining Experience

Step back in time and embrace the glamour of 1930s rail travel aboard the Northern Belle, as you journey along the breathtaking West Highland Line, enjoying exquisite fine dining and the ultimate in luxury and comfort. Enjoy a luxury train dining experience, along one of the world's most scenic railway journeys.

Wednesday 21st October 2026

Edinburgh, Maryhill, Glasgow

Thursday 10th June 2027

Glasgow