From afternoon tea trips to historic estate visits, Britain's poshest train is returning to Ipswich in 2025. The Northern Belle is reminiscent of the golden age of rail travel and features Pullman-style carriages from the 1930s. While the 2024 Christmas Lunch trip is sold out, there are plenty more chances to catch a ride on the luxury train next year.
The luxury train harks back to the golden age of rail travel (Image: Lucy Taylor) READ MORE: The Snowman and The Snowdog exhibition comes to Suffolk town The Northern Belle will depart from Ipswich station four times in 2025 with a choice of seven trips available. On June 5, the train will travel to Chesterfield station and you can select a private coach transfer to either Chatsworth House or Hardwick Hall. On September 5, guests can experience The Spirit of Travel Lunch or Champagne Afternoon Tea and the next day, September 6, the train will travel to York with the chance to explore the city or visit Harewood House.
There will be a choice of seven trips leaving from Ipswich (Image: Lucy Taylor) READ MORE: All the illuminated trails to visit in Suffolk Passengers will also be treated to a three-course brunch, a champagne reception and six-course dinner during the June 5 and September 6 trips. Finally, The Northern Belle will return to Suffolk for Christmas Lunch on December 11. Tickets for the 2025 journeys will cost between £365 to £550 per person.
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