Step on board for an Autumn or Christmas treat!

The excitement of steam, stunning scenery and fascinating destinations combine for a great day out this Autumn and Winter. The Railway Touring Company offers a great choice of dramatic routes travelling in the company of historic locomotives from stations around the country.

Coasts and peaks in Autumn

Head across the world famous Settle & Carlisle Line, take the route of the old Atlantic Coast Expresses to Exeter, steam along the stunning Cumbrian or Pembroke coasts or head through the rugged Peak District for a scenic journey to remember.

Christmas specials

Herald in the festive season with a Christmas steam special. Treat yourself, family or friends to a visit to beautiful Bath, vibrant Bristol, Welsh capital Cardiff, historic Chester, atmospheric Edinburgh, hilltop Lincoln, pretty Sherborne in Dorset or ancient York. Many will be hosting their Christmas markets – all will be alive with the sights and sounds of the season. Keep an eye out for a VIP passenger! Father Christmas and his elves will be visiting the Saturday Christmas steam specials with gifts for children on board.

Give the gift of steam

Never know what to buy for Christmas? Give someone special the gift of steam with a Christmas day out or select from early 2025 departures.

Visit The Railway Touring Company’s website where there is a steam adventure just waiting for you! Select your day out and book using the Sainsbury’s Magazine special offer code to save £20pp.

There are three travel options including on board dining: 

1. Standard includes a reserved seat usually at a table for four.
2. First Class includes morning tea or coffee and a bacon/breakfast roll and muffin served at your seat and an afternoon service of tea/coffee, a savoury of the day followed by a scone with butter and jam.
3. Premier Dining includes a full English breakfast and a four-course dinner freshly prepared on board and silver served at your linen clad table.

Terms and conditions: Offer open to Sainsbury’s Magazine readers and up to five guests. Discount cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer, promotion or existing booking. Discount for day trips, subject to availability, booked by 31st December, 2024. This offer holds no monetary value. The Railway Touring Company’s Standard Conditions of Booking and Travel apply – see brochure or website for details. Code SFO must be quoted at time of booking.