Enjoy the ultimate travel experience… 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 exterior 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 it 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
Fine dining
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.
Best of British
Visit destinations that put the great in Great Britain, from the elegant, historic cities of Bath and Edinburgh to Bletchley Park, home of the code-breakers, Brunel’s SS Great Britain in Bristol, and the scenic splendour of the Lake District or Snowdon.
Christmas
Celebrate the festive season in lavish style. Enjoy a seven-course lunch or dinner in a beautifully decorated carriage, sip a glass of bubbly and be wowed by the table magicians.
Seasonal and sporting events
Travel in refined style to some of England’s most famous and colourful horticultural shows – Chelsea, Hampton Court and Harrogate – or enjoy a day at a world-class sporting event such as Royal Ascot.
Our signature journeys
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.
Weekend escapes
Extend your experience with excursions to Britain’s most beautiful places – the ancient, cobbled city of York, Inverness in the heart of the Highlands, or Edinburgh’s famous Tattoo, a celebration of music and military pageantry.
Special Occasions
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 speciality.
BELMOND NORTHERN BELLE RETURNS TO ABERDEEN
Step onboard Belmond Northern Belle and anticipate an evening that will delight all of the senses when it returns to Aberdeen for ‘The Gala Dinner’ on September 9, 2015.
Belmond Northern Belle evokes the glamour and opulence of 1930’s rail travel at its most glamorous. As well as conjuring up the past, this journey is a celebration of the present.
Travel in one of seven beautifully detailed carriages, each bearing the name of a great British castle or stately home. The superb onboard cuisine is just as exquisite, created using locally sourced ingredients and paired with fine wines and champagnes.
Sit back in your armchair and watch stunning scenery glide by as strolling musicians and an enchanting magician set the scene.
Price includes:
-Scenic four-hour round-trip aboard the train through stunning Scottish countryside
-Champagne reception and table canapés on arrival
-Strolling musicians and table magician during the journey
-Lavish six-course dinner created by Head Chef Richie Cunningham
-Showcase of wines and port carefully selected by our on board Sommelier to complement each dish
-Vintage port to accompany the cheese course
-Coffee and Petit Fours
