Belmond Northern Belle recaptures the age of rail travel at its most glamorous.
In the Golden Age of Travel, beautifully appointed “Belle” trains traversed the country, offering unrivalled comfort and style. That experience comes to life aboard Belmond Northern Belle.
With exquisitely decorated carriages, sumptuous cuisine and liveried stewards, your journey is as exciting as the destination. As well as conjuring up the past, our journeys are a celebration of the present. As you sit back in your armchair, prepare to glide through stunning scenery, indulging in contemporary dishes and outstanding wines.
A journey of delights
From the hand-painted exteriors to the opulent decorated interiors—furnished by a local designer, with all fabrics handmade by local seamstresses—no detail on Belmond Northern Belle has been overlooked.
Most impressive is the ornate veneered marquetry lining the walls, hand-crafted using methods that have remaining unchanged for centuries and inspired by the great British castles and stately homes after which the carriages are named- Alnwick, Belvoir, Chatsworth, Warwick, Glamis, Harlech and Duart.
Complementing the supremely detailed interiors is the delicately crafted cuisine with menus featuring the finest seasonal delicacies, coaxed into classic and innovative dishes by our Executive Head Chef and his team. The best local produce is sourced from along the route—succulent meat from remote Welsh farms, apple juice from Cheshire orchards, and a cheeseboard so full of delicious varieties that is spans the entire width of the carriage aisle.
Celebrate in style
Guests plan a journey with us for a variety of reasons—a special treat, a lifetime’s ambition, a particular milestone, occasion or event.
We know how important it is to take time out from our day-to-day lives to spend with those closest to us, so why not spoil your loved ones with one of our luxurious train journeys? Bring together all the generations of the family for an extraordinary day out and create memories to last a lifetime.
From birthdays and anniversaries to corporate events, marriage proposals and honeymoons, special occasions are celebrated in magnificent style inside the train’s opulent interiors. A romantic treat for Valentine’s Day, lunch or afternoon tea to celebrate Mother’s Day, or a festive Christmas journey—we have itineraries to suit all occasions. Food lovers might choose our special dinner trip; those with a desire to explore can combine the wonderful on-board experience with a visit to a fascinating destination.
Journey themes
A themed Guy Fawkes dinner with explosive entertainment, a sumptuous Afternoon Tea with Laurent-Perrier Champagne, The Variety Dinner with entertainment – all our gastronomic events are effervescent fun.
Visit destinations that put the great in Great Britain, from the elegant, historic cities of Bath and Edinburgh to Brunel’s SS Great Britain in Bristol.
Celebrate the festive season in lavish style. Enjoy a seven-course lunch in a beautifully decorated carriage, sip a glass of bubbly and be wowed by the table magicians.
Travel in refined style to some of England’s most famous and colourful horticultural shows—Chelsea, Chatsworth and Harrogate—or enjoy a day at a world-class sporting event such as Royal Ascot.
Non-stopping circular tours though the British countryside with a seven-course feast or a delicious Sunday lunch. Enjoy the experience of the train without leaving your carriage.
Treat your mother or close family to Mother’s Day lunch or afternoon tea on board, or enjoy a romantic lunch with your loved one on Valentine’s Day; special occasions are our specialty.
Our Christmas Lunch Luxury Train Experience
Bring a group of friends or family together this December for a Christmas Lunch with a difference on-board Belmond Northern Belle. Day trip Christmas Lunch packages are available from Perth, Stirling, Edinburgh or Glasgow.
For more information, please call 01224 338004 and quote NDCR or click here.
