Northern Belle

An absolutely amazing day out on the Northern BelleTrain 6 1/2 hour round trip. In the luxurious surroundings as we stepped back in time Champagne Reception, a sumptuous seven course lunch intertwined with entertainment. For me it really was a once in a lifetime experience. An amazing gift from my husband for a special Birthday that created so any unforgettable memories... Add this to your bucket list if you get the opportunity

We've just come back from a visit to Chester Christmas market on the Northern Belle and it was wonderful 🥰 Picked up at Durham station at 8am we were settled in our comfy armchairs and offered a Bellini- rude to say no!. We were in the Harlech carriage with daffodils in the marquetry and on ceiling and it was warm and cosy. We did hear from others on different coaches that it was so cold that they had coats on and blankets so not sure what happened there... During the next 5 hours we were treated to a nice slowly served brunch of yoghurt with granola, honey and apricot then smoked haddock and cheese souffle ending with selection of breads/cakes all served with tea or coffee. Others in the carriage started on bottles of champagne very early and got through a number of bottles before midday! Daz had a pint at noon just to show willing! Taken by coach into city with 4 hours to look round , we went to cathedral and markets. Only downside was about 200 of us having to wait on railway platform for over 30 mins trying to keep out of way of other travellers in freezing weather 🤨 Journey home was leisurely with champagne and canapes, salmon roulade, turkey, cheese board, cheesecake then coffee and petit fours plus bottle of wine. Arrived back in Durham at 10.15 sleepy and needing to lie down! Not a cheap day out but a Christmas treat to be remembered. Staff and service were superb.👍