Locomotive Services present an opportunity to travel behind 2 x Class 37s (37401 & 37402) in the splendour of our beautifully refurbished Mark 1 carriages. On departure from Crewe the train is routed via the West Coast line over Shap Summit to Carlisle where we divert onto the scenic Tyne Valley through Hexham to Newcastle and around the Durham Coast through Sunderland and Hartlepool to historic York for a break of around two hours.
On departure from York the return journey is routed via Church Fenton, Castleford, Wakefield Kirkgate, Hebden Bridge & Copy Pit to Blackburn (19.30), where passengers who joined at Preston may alight. On leaving Blackburn the train will take the Farington Curve to set down at Wigan North Western, Warrington Bank Quay and finally Crewe.
The train is hauled throughout by our vintage Class 37 locomotives 37401 ‘Mary Queen of Scots’ and 37402 ‘Oor Wullie’ (subject to availability)
Nowhere in England says ‘medieval’ quite like York. A magnificent circuit of 13th-century walls encloses a medieval spider’s web of narrow streets. At its heart lies the immense, awe-inspiring York Minster, one of the most beautiful Gothic cathedrals in the world. York’s long history and rich heritage is woven into virtually every brick and beam, and the modern, tourist-oriented city – with attractions including the Jorvik Centre and superb National Railway Museum.
Seating at a private window table for two is available at a supplement of £25 per person.
Seating is at tables of 4 or 2 with large picture windows, wide seats, and plenty of room for comfort. A buffet car is available for the purchase of hot & cold drinks and light refreshments. You may bring on board your own picnic hamper and drinks for consumption during the journey.
The following pick-up and set-down stations are available on this journey
| STATION | DEPARTS | RETURNS |
| Crewe | 08.30 | 21.00 |
| Warrington Bank Quay | 08.50 | 20.35 |
| Wigan North Western | 09.10 | 20.15 |
| Blackburn | N/A | 19.30 |
| Preston | 09.30 | N/A |
The following destination stations are available on this journey
| STATION | ARRIVES | DEPARTS |
| York | 13.00 | 15.00 |
PLEASE NOTE *
All timings shown above are approximate and may be subject to change.
