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What's Included
- Steam hauled round trip along the East Somerset Railway line
- Enjoy a traditional afternoon tea in the first class Mendip Belle dining carriage
- Receive 4 finger sandwiches, a scone with local clotted cream, butter and strawberry jam and 3 miniature cakes per person
- Your afternoon tea is served a glass of Prosecco and a pot of tea (coffee also available)
- Opportunity to visit the Engine Shed and Workshop and other points of interest around the railway
- In addition to your cream tea train, guests are welcome to travel on earlier trains as well for no additional charge
What Can I Expect
This Steam Train Afternoon Tea in Somerset comes with extra sparkle! Enjoy a traditional spread of sweet and savoury treats with a glass of Prosecco too, all served at your table onboard the steam train at East Somerset Railway.
You will be boarding the steam-hauled departure from Cranmore Station at 3.30pm. Your reserved table in the Mendip Belle first class dining car will be all laid out ready for you to sit down and enjoy afternoon tea.
As the train rumbles out of Cranmore to go along the heritage railway line to Mendip Vale station and back again, you have all the time in the world to sit back. Relax and enjoy the Somerset views - that's got to be worth toasting with a flute of Prosecco!
Your onboard teatime platter comprises four finger sandwiches, three dainties (cute miniature cakes) and, of course, the scones. And yes, they're served with clotted cream and jam. As well as your glass of bubbles, you'll have a pot of freshly-brewed tea on the table too.
The East Somerset Railway is a lovely place to explore, meet some of the passionate team and see stunning scenery. Make sure you arrive earlier in the day so you can explore the museum, engine shed and the workshop, where all the restoration work is done.
You are also very welcome to travel on any other scheduled services on the day of your booking. That means you can hop on and off (we recommend the walk back to Cranmore from Cranmore West!) and make the most of your voucher for your Steam Train Afternoon Tea in Somerset.
When Is It Available
- Selected weekdays and weekends usually from April to October
- Cream tea trains depart at 15.30
- Dates are subject to availability
- Due to popularity it is recommended you book well in advance to avoid disappointment
2025 dates
- 3rd May
- 5th May
- 7th May
- 18th May
- 24th May
- 4th June
- 8th June
- 11th June
Location
- Cranmore Station, Shepton Mallet
Suitable For
- A minimum of two vouchers must be booked for this experience
- Under 17s must be accompanied by a participating adult
- Please note Dogs (except assist dogs) are not allowed on dining trains
Spectators
- Not suitable for spectators
Anything Else
- Gluten free scones also available but need to be specified at time of booking
- A non-alcoholic drink is available by request at time of booking instead of prosecco
- Every effort will be made to run the trains according to the timetable but unforeseen circumstances may entail alteration or cancellations. The East Somerset Railway reserves the right to vary any of the provisions of this service without prior notice
Reviews
4.5 out of 5 stars
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