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Themed Steam Train Afternoon Tea Derbyshire

Ecclesbourne Valley Railway, Derbyshire

What's Included

  • Enjoy a trip on a vintage bus to the Ecclesbourne Valley Railway
  • A welcome glass of Prosecco is served upon boarding the train
  • Enjoy a freshly prepared luxury afternoon tea aboard the steam train
  • A selection of Taylor's of Harrogate tea or coffee is included
  • Additional drinks can be purchased from the licensed bar on the train
  • Travel through the picturesque Derbyshire countryside for your one hour and thirty minute journey
  • Return travel from the railway in the vintage bus
  • Live entertainment for you journey with songs from the era
  • Choose from one of the following themes:

1940s Afternoon Tea

  • Songs of the 1940s performed by Jayne Darling

Dreamboats & Petticoats

  • Popular songs from the 1950s performed by Johnny Victory

1960s Themed Afternoon Tea

  • A host of songs from the 60's performed by Johnny Victory

What Can I Expect

A steam train afternoon tea in Derbyshire - with return travel to the heritage railway by wonderful vintage bus, departing from a selection of pick up points around North Nottinghamshire.

Prepare for a fun day out filled with nostalgia from the 1940s, 50s or 60s with these themed day trips. Ernie (born in 1936), Walter (born in 1946) and Ethel (born in 1956) are the fantastic vintage buses polished and gleaming, ready for your excursion.

Once you arrive at the Ecclesbourne Valley Heritage Railway, the longing for the past continues as you step aboard a steam-hauled train for a full round trip along this heritage line through Derbyshire.

Whilst you get settled in and sip your welcome glass of Prosecco, the train stewards will be preparing to bring out your luxury afternoon platters, to be served at your table. The sweet and savoury treats are accompanied by freshly-brewed Taylor’s of Harrogate tea or coffee.

And the entertainment continues onboard too, with a live singer performing hits from decades gone by. The 1940s themed afternoon tea will feature big band and jazz tunes (think Bing Crosby and Vera Lynn). The 50s-themed tea trip is ‘Dreamlands & Petticoats’ style with rock n roll, pop and merseybeat songs. And the 60s? Well, it’s the age of the Beatles and the Rolling Stones of course!

After your toe-tapping journey along the Ecclesbourne railway, you’ll alight back at base in Wirksworth, where your vintage coach will be waiting to take you back to your departure point to round off your superb steam train afternoon tea at Derbyshire’s friendliest railway!

When Is It Available

  • Selected dates in 2025
  • Due to popularity it is recommended you book well in advance to avoid disappointment

1940s Afternoon Tea

  • Sunday 20th April
  • Saturday 14th June (annual 1940's weekend)
  • Monday 25th August (Bank Holiday)

Dreamboats & Petticoats

  • Saturday 29th March
  • Saturday 11th October

1960s Themed Afternoon Tea

  • Friday 30th May

Location

  • Depart from your choice of the following Nottinghamshire locations
  • Departs between 11:00 and 11:30, returning for 17:00 approx
  • Sutton   Sutton-in-Ashfield, NG17
  • Annesley Woodhouse   Kirkby in Ashfield NG17
  • Kirkby   in Ashfield Kirkby in Ashfield NG17

Suitable For

  • Under 18s must be accompanied by a participating adult

Anything Else

  • Gluten free is available by prior arrangement and to request when booking your date
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