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What's Included
- Relax and enjoy a traditional Sunday lunch including three appetising courses
- Dine in the beautifully restored carriages on the Mendip Belle wine & dine train
- Main meals have a choice of various meats and a vegetarian option on each course
- The journey consists of two round trips of the two and a half mile track (total of 10 miles)
- During the journey your meal will be served at a reserved table
- Seating is in booths of 4 seats but if there are only two attending, you will not have to share seats with others
- There is a fully licensed bar on the train where alcoholic or soft drinks can be purchased
- Vouchers include a day rover ticket providing unlimited travel of the track for the day
- Guests are welcome to look around the engine shed and workshop and visit the small museum on the platform
What Can I Expect
Enjoy a Sunday lunch with a difference onboard our steam trains in Somerset, where good food and fantastic scenery come together to make for an unforgettable afternoon under the power of steam. Taking in the beautiful East Somerset Railway line, you will tuck into a three-course culinary treat that is the perfect complement to this wonderful rail journey.
Steam train rides are perennially popular and this Somerset treat is no different. Nothing beats partaking in a relaxed Sunday lunch as you watch the tranquil countryside go by from your comfortable seat in the beautifully restored carriage. Revel in plush surroundings of the Mendip Belle Wine and Dine train, where the ambiance is most definitely 'yesteryear glamour', with each table adorned with crisp white linen tablecloths, a quaint table lamp and heavy-weight curtains dressing the panoramic windows.
As you pull out of Cranmore station, your Somerset steam train luncheon experience will begin with a choice of light starter, before you proceed to the main course - a hearty meat or vegetarian main course. Followed by a dessert and after-dinner coffee and mints, this is truly a delicious treat to savour. Vegetarian options are available across all courses where applicable and alternative drinks are also on offer. The Belle train offers a well stocked bar, so if you fancy raising a glass in celebration then there's sure to be a bottle on board to suit your tastes.
Your steam train journey proceeds down the Somerset line to Mendip Vale Station, where your outbound journey terminates and you'll have a chance to watch from the platform as the steam locomotive turns and heads to the opposite end of the carriages to link up in preparation for your return. The entire round trip lasts approximately two hours, giving you plenty of time to enjoy your meal in comfort and style.
This luxurious ride-and-dine steam train luncheon in Somerset is an unusual way to spend your Sunday and makes a fantastic meal out for families, groups of friends, or couples looking for a romantic weekend treat. Combining delicious food and elegant transport, make your Sunday lunch a meal to remember with an iconic journey on this stylish steam train in Somerset's rolling Mendip hills.
When Is It Available
- Selected Sundays from April to October 2024
- The train departs at 12:30 returning at approx 14:30
- Guests should arrive at 12 noon for boarding
- All dates are subject to availability
- Due to popularity please book well in advance to avoid disappointment
Location
- Shepton Mallet, Somerset
Suitable For
- A minimum of two vouchers must be purchased for this dining experience
- Under 17s must be accompanied by a participating adult
Spectators
- Not suitable for spectators
Anything Else
- The journey consists of two round trips of the two and a half mile track (total of 10 miles)
- Please note: Dogs (except assist dogs) are not permitted on dining trains
- The railway try their best to accommodate allergies and if you have any concerns please contact us before booking and advise of any allergy requirements at time of booking
Menu
Sunday Lunch Sample Menu
Starters
Melon with Raspberry Vinaigrette
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Ardennes Pate and Toast
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Prawn Cocktail
Mains
Beef and Doombar Ale Gourmet Pie
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Coq Au Vin (Chicken breast cooked in red wine with bacon and shallots)
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Vege (Homemade vegetarian cassoulet)
Sides
Creamed Potatoes
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Mixed Seasonal Vegetables
Puddings
Apple Crumble and Custard
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Toffee and Pear Torte
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Somerset Cheese Board & Crackers
Tea, Coffee and Mints
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