A festive Pullman-style luncheon circuit over the Welsh Marches, past Chester and across the Cheshire Plain.
Statesman Rail's Christmas Luncheon Circular starts at Severn Tunnel Junction at 09:00 and runs over the Welsh Marches line past Shrewsbury, then through Wrexham, over the River Dee and under the Roman walls of Chester. It continues across the Cheshire Plain, with views of Beeston Castle, to Crewe before heading home.
The train's Pullman-style carriages are dressed for Christmas and a seven-course festive meal is served. The operator notes that the tour is not suitable for wheelchair users.
The Chirk and Pontcysyllte aqueducts are on the left heading north, and the Severn estuary is on the right only at the start.
Sides are given facing the direction of travel. Miles are approximate from the start of the journey.
| Date | From | Traction | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sat 12 Dec 2026 09:00 |
Severn Tunnel Junction Circular via Shrewsbury, the Welsh Marches, Chester and Crewe. |
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Severn Tunnel Junction, with a return at about 17:50.
The operator says it is not suitable for wheelchair users.
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