Traction Update:-
50050 ‘Fearless' will work Kirkcaldy to Llandudno
40013 ‘Andania' will work Llandudno to Kirkcaldy
Step aboard our special train, running exclusively on Saturday 22nd August, for a memorable day excursion to the historic city of Chester and the seaside town of Llandudno. This train features a number of firsts for locomotive fans, along with locomotives returning to former stamping grounds.
Starting in Kirkcaldy we head south with convenient pick-ups at Inverkeithing, Edinburgh, Lockerbie and Carlisle, it’s easy to step aboard and let the adventure begin.
Please note Network Rail have advised we will not be able to serve Leven in either direction on this tour. If you have booked to join/leave at Leven, then our Train Manager will have been in touch via email to discuss alternative options. SRPS Railtours apologies for any inconvenience caused by this change.
Travel together in beautifully restored British Rail Mk1 carriages, where spacious seating and large windows make it easy to relax and enjoy the views. Our train is hauled south by British Rail Class 50 D400 (50050) “Fearless”. On our return at Chester we see a change of traction as our Class 50 is replaced by Locomotive Services Limited beautifully restored Class 40, 40013 ‘Andania’.
On board, there’s something for everyone. Enjoy the comfort of at-seat dining with a hearty breakfast on the outward journey and a delicious three-course evening dinner on the way home. Prefer something more casual? Our buffet car offers hot and cold drinks, morning rolls and plenty of snacks to keep little travellers smiling throughout the day.
Spend time exploring Chester’s fascinating streets and historic attractions, or head to Llandudno for sandy beaches, traditional seaside fun and fresh sea air. However you choose to spend your time, this relaxed and enjoyable rail tour offers a wonderful way to travel creating memories that will last long after the journey ends.
Our journey begins in the town of Kirkcaldy where we warmly welcome our first passengers on board before heading south into the Kingdom of Fife.
Please note Network Rail have advised we will not be able to serve Leven in either direction on this tour. If you have booked to join/leave at Leven, then our Train Manager will have been in touch via email to discuss alternative options. SRPS Railtours apologies for any inconvenience caused by this change.
Our journey then takes us to Inverkeithing, a convenient boarding location with a large free car park and easy access from the M90. Soon after, we cross the magnificent Forth Bridge — a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Scotland’s most recognisable landmarks. This iconic Victorian engineering masterpiece is always a highlight, offering breathtaking views across the Firth of Forth and an unforgettable sense of history.
Our next pick-up is at Edinburgh Waverley railway station, located in the heart of the capital, with excellent public transport connections for our guests. After a pick up at Lockerbie, we then arrive into the Border City of Carlisle to welcome our last guests on board our special train. We then head south along the West Coast Main Line, where high speed running is guaranteed to make the locomotive work hard.
Arriving in the historic city of Chester, we bid farewell to some of our guests.
Our train then continues towards the beautiful seaside town of Llandudno.
Chester and Llandudno – Free Time
We hope to be able to provide approximately 4 hours of free time in Chester, allowing plenty time to experience everything that Chester has to offer. For those who choose to stay on board for Llandudno, we hope to have 2 hours of free time allowing adequate time to wander down to the sea front.
Things to do in Chester and Llandudno:
Return Journey
Our return journey retraces our route north back to Kirkcaldy. At Chester on the return the Class 50 locomotive will be replaced by a Class 40 locomotive.
The train is operated by our Partners at Locomotive Services Limited.
Fares:
Confirmed Timings:
Timings above are the confirmed timings, your tickets will be issues around one week before the tour with further details.
Please note Network Rail have advised we will not be able to serve Leven in either direction on this tour. If you have booked to join/leave at Leven, then our Train Manager will have been in touch via email to discuss alternative options. SRPS Railtours apologies for any inconvenience caused by this change.