Excursion:
Glamis CastleDeparture Date:
Thu 13/07/2023Departs from:
DarlingtonDeparture Time (Approximately):
06:20Return Time (Approximately):
22:00Excursion Info:
THE JOURNEY
Your day begins in regal style with a refreshing Bellini cocktail, served by an attentive steward at your elegant table. Pristine white linen and sparkling glassware prepare you for the fine dining experience to come. Indulge in a three-course brunch as you admire the views both inside and out. Your carriage, which is named after a famous British stately home or castle, evokes the opulence of 1930s "Belle" trains. Outside your window the lush scenery becomes ever more dramatic as the train wends its way to Angus.
On arrival in Dundee, guides will escort you by coach to Glamis Castle. Here you are given a fascinating tour of the turreted, fairytale château, ancestral home of the Earls of Strathmore for over 600 years. Priceless works of art, tapestries and furnishings can be admired in its rooms, and past inhabitants are brought to life with intriguing tales and ghostly legends. The childhood pranks of the young Lady Elizabeth (later to become the Queen Mother) may also be revealed, such as her penchant for pouring freezing water from the ramparts onto arriving guests. Outside there is much to explore, including magnificent Italian and Walled Gardens, a Nature Trail where you may spot red squirrels and herons, and a Pinetum.
At the end of your enchanting visit, rejoin the coach for the short journey back to the Northern Belle. A champagne reception awaits, after which a gastronomic five-course dinner is served. Savour the seasonal delicacies, accompanied by fine wine, as you reflect on the highlights of your day with your dining companions.
INCLUDED
• Round-trip travel aboard the Northern Belle luxury train
• Welcome sparkling Bellini
• Delicious three-course brunch on the outward journey
• Tea and coffee
• Visit to Glamis Castle, including coach transfers, admission and free time to explore
• Champagne reception back on board
• Five-course dinner: British seasonal table d’hôte menu including Great British cheeseboard, biscuits and chutneys
• Bottle of wine per couple
• Tea, coffee and petits fours
Please note that the prices listed are from prices, and may change. All dates are subject to availability. Discounts are available for groups of four or more.
You may share a table with other participants. A guaranteed table for 2 people can sometimes be reserved at an extra cost (generally £150 per couple), please request this in the form opposite.
The train is not suitable for wheelchair users. A wheelchair can be stored on board (if foldable), but can't be used on the train. Please note: Train tickets are dispatched 5-7 days prior to departure.
