NORTHERN BELLE LUXURY FINE DINING JOURNEY FROM LONDON TO CHELTENHAM ON GOLD CUP DAY
THE EXPERIENCE
For the 6th year in a row, Classic Racing is delighted to announce that we’ve again chartered the Northern Belle fine dining train to Cheltenham Racecourse on Gold Cup Day. There is no better way to experience a day at the races than on board the Northern Belle fine dining train. The glamour, thrill and excitement begins the second you see the train stationed at London Paddington where you will start your incredible journey to Cheltenham Racecourse on Gold Cup Day.
Liveried stewards await with a red carpet welcome and show you to your plush armchair seats. Intricate marquetry, hand sewn fabrics and mosaic floors make this beautiful train a moving piece of art. From the comfort of your exquisitely decorated Pullman carriage you will glide across country, enjoying the finest food, wines and Champagne. Enjoy a Bellini Brunch, study the form, and enjoy the views from your picture window as we journey to the market town of Evesham, located in the heart of the Cotswolds.
On arrival, coaches await for the short journey to Winchcombe Steam Railway Station where you will board a magnificent steam train which will embark on a journey through the beautiful Cotswolds, Malverns and Vale of Evesham and transport you and your guests directly to the back of the main Grandstand at Cheltenham Racecourse. You will pull into Cheltenham Racecourse Steam Railway Station located just a furlong from the Paddock in unique and nostalgic fashion.
Your package includes a Club Enclosure admission ticket which is the premium entry ticket at Cheltenham giving you access to the prime viewing lawns located by the winning post, Parade Ring and various bar facilities.
After an action packed day’s racing and witnessing the 2025 Cheltenham Gold Cup, you will re-join the steam train which will take you on a stress free journey back to Winchcombe — you will miss all of the traffic and congestion in and around the racecourse. Once back at Winchcombe, our coach transfers will be on hand to return you to Evesham where you will re-join the majestic Northern Belle luxury vintage train for a very special journey home. A delicious five course meal paired with specially selected wine awaits. With Champagne in hand, sit back, relax and raise a glass to a very memorable day at the races.
SAMPLE ITINERARY
8.00am (subject to change) : Northern Belle departs London Paddington
10.40am (subject to change) : Northern Belle arrives at Evesham Mainline Station
10.50am : Coach transfer departs Evesham to Winchcombe Steam Railway Station where guests will board steam train transfer
11.35am : Steam train departs Winchcombe to Cheltenham Racecourse
12.35am : Steam Train arrives at Cheltenham Racecourse Steam Railway Station
1.30pm : First race
5.30pm : Last race
6.40pm : Steam train departs Cheltenham Racecourse
7.40pm : Steam Train arrives at Winchcombe for coach transfer back to Evesham
8.00pm (subject to change) : Northern Belle departs Evesham
10.50pm (subject to change) : Northern Belle arrives at London Paddington
Please note: All timings are provisional and are subject to change. Final timings will be confirmed closer to the event date.
WHAT’S INCLUDED
Round trip travel aboard the Northern Belle luxury train to Gold Cup Day of the 2025 Cheltenham Festival (from London Paddington)
Red carpet welcome at London Paddington and a sparkling Bellini cocktail welcome drink
Delicious Bellini three course brunch on the outward journey followed by morning tea and coffee
Coach transfers to/from Evesham Station to Winchcombe Steam Railway Station
Return steam train transfer to/from Winchcombe to the back of the main Grandstand at Cheltenham Racecourse (cash bar on board)
Club Enclosure admission badge to Cheltenham Racecourse
Champagne reception on the Northern Belle in the evening
Sumptuous five course dinner: British seasonal menu including Great British cheese board, biscuits and chutneys followed by coffee, tea and petit fours
A bottle of wine per couple
Cash bar service throughout the journey
Strolling musicians on the return journey
OPTIONAL ADD ON
A reserved seat can be added to the package giving you a reserved and elevated seat to watch the racing. Please contact us on 01825 746082 for details.
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