The Northern Belle - Dining Excursions 2025

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.

Sample Menus:

• Brunch & Dinner Menu
  
  
• Lunch Menu
  
  
• Afternoon Tea

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 lunch or afternoon tea.

Champagne Afternoon Tea

from £365 per person
£75 per person supplement for a table for 2

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).

Cornish Lunch via Dawlish

from £445 per person
£75 per person supplement for a table for 2

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. As you traverse the splendid British countryside, treat yourself to a delectable assortment of freshly prepared canapés, including the exquisite caviar blinis. Soon after, skilled stewards will serve your starter, followed by a delightful seasonal soup course, personally presented to you. The main course, a masterpiece carefully crafted to showcase the finest British produce inspired by the journey ahead, will follow shortly. To conclude the dining experience, enjoy a luscious seasonal dessert. As the journey nears its end, savor the opportunity to choose from an array of British cheeses displayed on our award-winning cheese board. Accompanied by chutney, fruitcake, biscuits, and a glass of Port, this cheese selection promises to be a delightful finale. Finally, take a moment to reflect on the journey ahead while relishing the taste of Fortnum & Mason tea complemented by delightful petits fours.

(Smart day wear is appropriate on afternoon tea trips. You are asked not to wear jeans or trainers).

Fireworks Dinner

from £445 per person
£75 per person supplement for a table for 2

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).

Great British Sunday Lunch

from £445 per person
£75 per person supplement for a table for 2

The traditional Sunday lunch, also known as the Sunday roast, has its roots in medieval times when it was a meal savored after attending church. This classic meal usually features roasted meat accompanied by vegetables and Yorkshire pudding. As the years passed, it evolved into an integral component of British culture, embodying the values of family reunions and relaxed dining. Even now, the Sunday roast continues to be a beloved custom in numerous British homes, embodying a sense of togetherness and gastronomic tradition. 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).

The Spirit of Travel with Lunch

from £445 per person
£75 per person supplement for a table for 2

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).

Scottish Lunch - Forth Rail Bridge & Perthshire

from £445 per person
£75 per person supplement for a table for 2

The Forth Rail Bridge stands as a remarkable symbol of Scotland's engineering excellence, spanning the Firth of Forth near Edinburgh. Completed in 1890, this iconic cantilever bridge is celebrated worldwide for its Victorian-era innovation and design. Its striking red color and intricate lattice structure draw visitors, providing stunning views of the coastline. Nearby, Perthshire invites exploration with its picturesque hills, dense forests, and quaint villages. This region is famed for its natural beauty, offering opportunities for hiking, fishing, and experiencing Scotland's breathtaking landscapes.

(Smart day wear is appropriate. Please do not wear jeans or trainers).

Yorkshire Lunch

from £445 per person
£75 per person supplement for a table for 2

Settle into your table, set with crisp white linen, bespoke china and sparkling cut glassware. The chef's seven-course lunch menu, served by liveried stewards, is nothing short of sensational. With its beautiful landscape stretching from the stunning coastline to the rugged Dales, there's really no other place quite like Yorkshire. What's more, it has its very own proud cuisine too and Northern Belle's Barnsley-trained executive head chef Matthew Green is just the man to create those splendid dishes. Relax, slow down and admire the changing vistas of the Yorkshire countryside through your picture window.

(Smart day wear is appropriate. Please do not wear jeans or trainers).

West Highland Lunch

from £465 per person
£75 per person supplement for a table for 2

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).

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.