The Northern Belle - Dining Excursions 2018/19
Enjoy a luxurious feast for all your senses on board the Northern Belle with a lunch or dinner excursion lasting approximately four delightfully indulgent hours.
Savour mouth watering food and carefully selected wines as you relax and let your attentive stewards care for your every need as the rich and varied tapestry of the country's finest landscapes glide gently by.
The fine meals served on board the Northern Belle are freshly prepared by master chefs, and are accompanied with chilled champagne and wine. The actual meals served vary according to the journey taken. As long as we are notified at the time of booking, we can cater for special dietary requirements. We do however regret that Belmond are unable to provide meals requiring strict religious observance in the preparation.
Specially crafted menus enhance any cause for celebration and small gifts and surprises can be arranged* to make the day truly unforgettable.
Sample Menus:
Special Occasions
The opulence and style of the Northern Belle carriages serve as the perfect backdrop to mark any unique occasion such as a romantic Valentines Day lunch or a Mother's Day lunch.
Afternoon Tea
from £205 per person
£30 per person supplement for a table for 2
Recommended Insurance from £9.88 per person
Enjoy a delightful afternoon tea on a leisurely trip through the British countryside. Your table is set with white linen, delicate china and bespoke glassware as liveried stewards bring a selection of sumptuous treats, including fresh scones and delicate pastries.
(Smart day wear is appropriate on afternoon tea trips. You are asked not to wear jeans or trainers).
Includes :
The Afternoon Tea is a unique experience aboard the gleaming carriages of the Northern Belle. Enjoy a welcome glass of sparkling wine followed by a delicious selection of sandwiches, freshly baked scones and fruit cakes, clotted cream and preserve, along with Tea or Coffee whilst being entertained by strolling musicians and a table magician. Passengers do not disembark during this journey.
| Dates | From | Depart Time | Return Time | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 24 February 19 | London Paddington | 11:30 | 17:30 | £205 |
| 24 February 19 | Slough | 12:15 | 18:15 | £205 |
| 24 February 19 | Reading | 12:45 | 18:45 | £205 |
| 7 April 19 | Bromsgrove | 11:05 | 16:55 | £205 |
| 7 April 19 | Cheltenham Spa | 11:30 | 16:25 | £205 |
| 7 April 19 | Gloucester | 11:50 | 16:00 | £205 |
| 10 May 19 | Sheffield | 11:15 | 17:15 | £205 |
| 10 May 19 | Derby | 12:15 | 18:25 | £205 |
| 10 May 19 | Nottingham | 13:00 | 19:00 | £205 |
| 12 May 19 | London | 12:00 | 17:00 | £205 |
| 12 May 19 | Stevenage | 13:00 | 18:00 | £205 |
| 12 May 19 | Hitchin | 13:15 | 18:15 | £205 |
| 26 May 19 | Swindon | 13:00 | 17:50 | £205 |
| 26 May 19 | Bath Spa | 13:35 | 18:55 | £205 |
| 26 May 19 | Bristol Temple Meads | 14:05 | 19:15 | £205 |
| 15 June 19 | Derby | 12:00 | 17:00 | £205 |
| 15 June 19 | Nottingham | 12:30 | 17:30 | £205 |
| 15 June 19 | Leicester | 13:00 | 18:00 | £205 |
| 16 June 19 | Birmingham International | 12:00 | 17:00 | £205 |
| 16 June 19 | Coventry | 12:15 | 17:15 | £205 |
| 4 August 19 | York | 11:30 | 15:30 | £205 |
| 4 August 19 | Leeds | 12:00 | 16:00 | £205 |
Brief Encounter Afternoon Tea
from £205 per person
£30 per person supplement for a table for 2
Recommended Insurance from £9.88 per person
Enjoy a delightful afternoon tea on a leisurely trip through the British countryside. Your table is set with white linen, delicate china and bespoke glassware as liveried stewards bring a selection of sumptuous treats, including fresh scones and delicate pastries. Your journey includes a stop at Carnforth station; restored to its 1940's glory and the setting for the iconic film Brief Encounter. Visit the heritage centre, have a dance on the platform accompanied by our house band, share a kiss under the famous station clock or stay onboard and enjoy all the fun from the comfort of your armchair. After your very own Brief Encounter at one of Lancashire's most picturesque stations your journey and gastronomic feast continues. This truly is an experience to remember forever.
(Smart day wear is appropriate on afternoon tea trips. You are asked not to wear jeans or trainers).
Includes :
The Afternoon Tea is a unique experience aboard the gleaming carriages of the Northern Belle. Enjoy a welcome glass of sparkling wine followed by a delicious selection of sandwiches, freshly baked scones and fruit cakes, clotted cream and preserve, along with Tea or Coffee whilst being entertained by strolling musicians and a table magician. Short stop at Carnforth station approximately 20-30minutes.
| Dates | From | Depart Time | Return Time | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 April 19 | Crewe | 11:00 | 17:00 | £205 |
| 12 April 19 | Chester | 11:30 | 17:30 | £205 |
| 12 April 19 | Liverpool Lime Street | 12:15 | 18:15 | £205 |
| 9 June 19 | Hull | 11:30 | 18:30 | £205 |
| 9 June 19 | Leeds | 12:30 | 19:30 | £205 |
| 8 September 19 | Telford Central | 11:00 | 17:45 | £205 |
| 8 September 19 | Shrewsbury | 11:30 | 17:15 | £205 |
| 29 September 19 | Hull | 11:30 | 17:15 | £205 |
| 29 September 19 | Leeds | 12:15 | 16:15 | £205 |
| £205 |
Brief Encounter Lunch/Dinner
from £250 per person
£30 per person supplement for a table for 2
Recommended Insurance from £9.88 per person
With a heritage steeped in luxury, the Northern Belle recreates the elegance and comfort of the world's finest train travel – from gourmet dining to sumptuous décor and impeccable service. Your journey includes a stop at Carnforth station; restored to its 1940's glory and the setting for the iconic film Brief Encounter. Visit the heritage centre, have a dance on the platform accompanied by our house band, share a kiss under the famous station clock or stay onboard and enjoy all the fun from the comfort of your armchair. After your very own Brief Encounter at one of Lancashire's most picturesque stations your journey and gastronomic feast continues. This truly is an experience to remember forever.
(Smart day wear is appropriate on afternoon tea trips. You are asked not to wear jeans or trainers).
Includes :
The Spirit of Travel is a unique dining experience, which will take you on a circular tour through Britain's beautiful countryside whilst you relax aboard the gleaming carriages of the Northern Belle and enjoy a sumptuous seven-course lunch or dinner, accompanied by Champagne and fine wine, whilst being entertained by strolling musicians and a table magician. Short stop at Carnforth station approximately 20-30minutes.
| Dates | From | Depart Time | Return Time | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 April 19 | Crewe | 11:00 | 17:00 | £250 |
| 12 April 19 | Chester | 11:30 | 17:30 | £250 |
| 12 April 19 | Liverpool Lime Street | 12:15 | 18:15 | £250 |
| 9 June 19 | Hull | 11:30 | 18:30 | £250 |
| 9 June 19 | Leeds | 12:30 | 19:30 | £250 |
| 20 July 19 | Manchester Victoria | 10:30 | 15:00 | £250 |
| 20 July 19 | Liverpool Lime Street | 18:00 | 23:00 | £250 |
| 8 September 19 | Telford Central | 11:00 | 17:45 | £250 |
| 8 September 19 | Shrewsbury | 11:30 | 17:15 | £250 |
| 29 September 19 | Hull | 11:30 | 17:15 | £250 |
| 29 September 19 | Leeds | 12:15 | 16:15 | £250 |
| £250 |
Fireworks Dinner
from £275 per person
£30 per person supplement for a table for 2
Recommended Insurance from £9.88 per person
Enjoy an evening fine food and wine as themed entertainment lights up the night. Commemorate the fateful day when Guy Fawkes, a member of the Gunpowder Plot, was caught in his attempt to blow up the Houses of Parliament. Your journey begins in effervescent style with chilled champagne and canapés. Sink into your plush seat and admire the details of your vintage carriage, which evokes the glamour of the 1930s "Belle" trains. Soon you are served the first of five exquisite courses created by Chef Richie Cunningham. Your dinner is further enhanced by expertly selected house wines.
(Smart day wear is appropriate. Please do not wear jeans or trainers).
Includes :
The Guy Fawkes dining experience will take you on a circular tour through Britain's beautiful countryside. Relax aboard the gleaming carriages of the Northern Belle and enjoy a sumptuous five-course dinner, accompanied by Champagne, fine wine and themed entertainment and fireworks (weather-permitting).
| Dates | From | Depart Time | Return Time | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03 Nov 18 | Liverpool Lime Street | 17:00 | 22:30 | £275 |
| 03 Nov 18 | Manchester Victoria | 17:45 | 23:15 | £275 |
| 03 Nov 18 | Preston | 18:15 | 23:45 | £275 |
The Spirit of Travel with Lunch
from £250 per person
£30 per person supplement for a table for 2
Recommended Insurance from £9.88 per person
With a heritage steeped in luxury, the Northern Belle recreates the elegance and comfort of the world's finest train travel – from gourmet dining to sumptuous décor and impeccable service and entertainment, as strolling musicians and a table magician pass through the carriages.
(Smart day wear is appropriate. Please do not wear jeans or trainers).
Includes :
The Spirit of Travel is a unique dining experience, which will take you on a circular tour through Britain's beautiful countryside whilst you relax aboard the gleaming carriages of the Northern Belle and enjoy a sumptuous five-course lunch, accompanied by Champagne and fine wine. Passengers do not disembark during this journey.
| Dates | From | Depart Time | Return Time | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Feb 19 | York | 10:25 | 17:25 | £250 |
| 15 Feb 19 | Harrogate | 11:05 | 18:25 | £250 |
| 15 Feb 19 | Leeds | 12:00 | 19:50 | £250 |
| 16 Feb 19 | Crewe | 11:05 | 15:50 | £250 |
| 16 Feb 19 | Chester | 11:40 | 16:30 | £250 |
| 16 Feb 19 | Manchester | 12:40 | 17:55 | £250 |
| 29 Mar 19 | York | 11:00 | 17:00 | £250 |
| 29 Mar 19 | Darlington | 11:30 | 17:30 | £250 |
| 29 Mar 19 | Durham | 12:00 | 18:00 | £250 |
| 29 Mar 19 | Newcastle | 12:30 | 18:30 | £250 |
| 30 Mar 19 | Liverpool Lime Street | 11:30 | 16:30 | £250 |
| 30 Mar 19 | Manchester Victoria | 13:30 | 18:30 | £250 |
| 10 May 19 | Sheffield | 11:15 | 17:15 | £250 |
| 10 May 19 | Derby | 12:15 | 18:25 | £250 |
| 10 May 19 | Nottingham | 13:00 | 19:00 | £250 |
| 15 June 19 | Derby | 12:00 | 17:00 | £250 |
| 15 June 19 | Nottingham | 12:30 | 17:30 | £250 |
| 15 June 19 | Leicester | 13:00 | 18:00 | £250 |
Mad Hatters Afternoon Tea Party
from £205 per person
£30 per person supplement for a table for 2
Recommended Insurance from £9.88 per person
Enjoy an Alice in Wonderland-themed tea party in a Mad Hatters' decorated carriage as the Northern Belle takes you on a round trip through Britain's beautiful countryside.
(Smart day wear is appropriate. Please do not wear jeans or trainers).
Includes :
Sit back and relax as you enjoy a round trip aboard the train with entertainment from strolling musicians and table a magician. Afternoon tea with a twist is served, including purple sandwiches, cakes and scones, as well as other surprises - you'll have to wait and see!
| Dates | From | Depart Time | Return Time | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Sep 18 | London | 12:30 | 16:30 | £205 |
| 21 Sep 18 | Leeds | 12:00 | 16:30 | £205 |
| 21 Sep 18 | Doncaster | 13:00 | 17:30 | £205 |
| 23 Sep 18 | Lincoln | 12:30 | 17:30 | £205 |
| 23 Sep 18 | Newark | 13:00 | 18:00 | £205 |
| 23 Sep 18 | Grantham | 13:30 | 18:30 | £205 |
Mother's Day Lunch
from £260 per person
£30 per person supplement for a table for 2
Recommended Insurance from £9.88 per person
Show appreciation to a loved mother with a delicious five course lunch or dinner with champagne and wine aboard the luxurious carriages of the Northern Belle - the perfect Mothers Day gift. This journey will take you on a circular tour through Britain's beautiful countryside whilst you relax aboard the gleaming carriages of the Northern Belle and enjoy a delicious lunch or dinner with champagne and wine.
(Smart day wear is appropriate. You are asked not to wear jeans or trainers).
Includes :
The Mothers Day lunch or dinner is a unique dining experience, which will take you on a circular tour through Britain's beautiful countryside whilst you relax aboard the gleaming carriages of the Northern Belle and enjoy a sumptuous lunch or dinner , accompanied by Champagne and fine wine. Passengers do not disembark during this journey. Also includes a small gift for mother.
| Dates | From | Depart Time | Return Time | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 29 Mar 19 | York | 11:00 | 17:00 | £260 |
| 29 Mar 19 | Darlington | 11:30 | 17:30 | £260 |
| 29 Mar 19 | Durham | 12:00 | 18:00 | £260 |
| 29 Mar 19 | Newcastle | 12:30 | 18:30 | £260 |
| 30 Mar 19 | Liverpool Lime Street | 11:30 | 16:30 | £260 |
| 30 Mar 19 | Manchester Victoria | 13:30 | 18:30 | £260 |
| 31 Mar 19 | Coventry | 12:00 | 17:00 | £260 |
| 31 Mar 19 | Birmingham International | 12:20 | 17:20 | £260 |
Great British Sunday Lunch
from £250 per person
£30 per person supplement for a table for 2
Recommended Insurance from £9.88 per person
Join friends and family for a quintessentially British experience: Sunday lunch. Ours is served with a modern twist, as strolling musicians and a table magician pass through the carriages to entertain.
(Smart day wear is appropriate. You are asked not to wear jeans or trainers).
Includes :
Enjoy a sumptuous five-course Sunday lunch with Champagne and half a bottle of wine whilst you take a circular tour through Britain's beautiful countryside. Passengers do not disembark during this journey.
| Dates | From | Depart Time | Return Time | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Feb 19 | Derby | 12:00 | 17:05 | £250 |
| 17 Feb 19 | Birmingham International | 13:55 | 18:30 | £250 |
| 24 February 19 | London Paddington | 11:30 | 17:30 | £250 |
| 24 February 19 | Slough | 12:15 | 18:15 | £250 |
| 24 February 19 | Reading | 12:45 | 18:45 | £250 |
| 31 Mar 19 | Coventry | 12:00 | 17:00 | £250 |
| 31 Mar 19 | Birmingham International | 12:20 | 17:20 | £250 |
| 7 April 19 | Bromsgrove | 11:05 | 16:55 | £250 |
| 7 April 19 | Cheltenham Spa | 11:30 | 16:25 | £250 |
| 7 April 19 | Gloucester | 11:50 | 16:00 | £250 |
| 12 May 19 | London | 12:00 | 17:00 | £250 |
| 12 May 19 | Stevenage | 13:00 | 18:00 | £250 |
| 12 May 19 | Hitchin | 13:15 | 18:15 | £250 |
| 26 May 19 | Swindon | 13:00 | 17:50 | £250 |
| 26 May 19 | Bath Spa | 13:35 | 18:55 | £250 |
| 26 May 19 | Bristol Temple Meads | 14:05 | 19:15 | £250 |
| 16 June 19 | Birmingham International | 12:00 | 17:00 | £250 |
| 16 June 19 | Coventry | 12:15 | 17:15 | £250 |
| 4 August 19 | York | 11:30 | 15:30 | £250 |
| 4 August 19 | Leeds | 12:00 | 16:00 | £250 |
St Andrew's Day Dinner
from £275 per person
£30 per person supplement for a table for 2
Recommended Insurance from £9.88 per person
Celebrate the patron saint of Scotland on St Andrew's Day in style aboard the vintage carriages of the Northern Belle. The evening will begin when the train glides into the station to the stirring sounds of a traditional Scottish piper. Livered stewards are on hand to show you to your plush armchair seats, closely followed by a welcome drink.
(Smart day wear is appropriate. Please do not wear jeans or trainers).
Includes :
A seven-course menu will be served showcasing the finest and freshest produce from Scotland accompanied by our sommelier's choice of wine. The evening will also feature a unique blend of both traditional and modern entertainment, including a ceilidh band, table magician and other surprises along the way.
| Dates | From | Depart Time | Return Time | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 30 November 19 | Edinburgh Waverley | 18:00 | 22:30 | £275 |
| 30 November 19 | Glasgow Central | 19:00 | 23:00 | £275 |
Valentine's Lunch
from £260 per person
£30 per person supplement for a table for 2
Recommended Insurance from £9.88 per person
Celebrate with the one you love aboard the luxurious carriages of the Northern Belle and savour a meal with champagne and wine.
(Smart day wear is appropriate. Please do not wear jeans or trainers).
Includes :
The Valentines Lunch is a unique dining experience, which will take you on a circular tour through Britain's beautiful countryside whilst you relax aboard the gleaming carriages of the Northern Belle and enjoy a sumptuous five-course lunch, accompanied by Champagne, fine wine and a suprise gift for your valentine. Passengers do not disembark during this journey.
| Dates | From | Depart Time | Return Time | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Feb 19 | York | 10:25 | 17:25 | £260 |
| 15 Feb 19 | Harrogate | 11:05 | 18:25 | £260 |
| 15 Feb 19 | Leeds | 12:00 | 19:50 | £260 |
| 16 Feb 19 | Crewe | 11:05 | 15:50 | £260 |
| 16 Feb 19 | Chester | 11:40 | 16:30 | £260 |
| 16 Feb 19 | Manchester | 12:40 | 17:55 | £260 |
| 17 Feb 19 | Derby | 12:00 | 17:05 | £260 |
| 17 Feb 19 | Birmingham International | 13:55 | 18:30 | £260 |
West Highland Lunch
from £250 per person
£30 per person supplement for a table for 2
Recommended Insurance from £9.88 per person
Your table is immaculately set with white linen, bespoke china and cut glass ready for your gastronomic journey. Sit back and let the liveried stewards look after you as you marvel at the ever-changing views of the glorious Scottish countryside. As we leave the city behind as the landscape transforms to dense forest, mountains and mirrored lochs. Enjoy the ever changing views as the first of seven mouth watering courses are served, and enjoy the on board entertainment as strolling musicians and a table magician pass through the carriages.
(Smart day wear is appropriate. Please do not wear jeans or trainers).
Includes :
The Spirit of Travel is a unique dining experience, which will take you on a circular tour through Scotland's beautiful countryside whilst you relax aboard the gleaming carriages of the Northern Belle and enjoy a sumptuous seven-course lunch, accompanied by Champagne and fine wine. Passengers do not disembark during this journey.
| Dates | From | Depart Time | Return Time | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17 August 19 | Dumbarton Central | 10:00 | 18:00 | £250 |
| 18 August 19 | Dumbarton Central | 10:00 | 18:00 | £250 |
Please note: All timings shown are for guidance only. Confirmed timings will be supplied with your travel documents which will be sent to you 5 - 7 days before departure.
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