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Afternoon Teas

Date: Sunday, March 15, 2026 - Sunday, June 21, 2026
Status: On Sale
Price: Prices from £ 130
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Join us for a relaxing Afternoon Tea on board our elegant steam train as you journey through the beautiful Cotswold countryside.

Let the Train Take The Strain – Sit Back, Relax, and Savour Our Afternoon Tea Steam Experience!

Afternoon Tea Train Experience

Join us for a relaxing Afternoon Tea on board our elegant steam train as you journey through the beautiful Cotswold countryside.

Your experience begins on the platform, where our Train Manager will greet you and direct you to your reserved table in one of our First-Class carriages. Once on board, you’ll be looked after by our attentive staff as you enjoy a delicious selection of finger sandwiches, two petite scones with clotted cream and jam, a savoury tartlet, and an assortment of cakes — all served with traditional charm and style.

Your rail fare includes unlimited travel along the line for the day of your tea. Please ensure you are at Cheltenham Racecourse Station in time for the 14:10 departure to Broadway.
Departure times are fixed, and we are unable to offer refunds for late arrivals.

If travelling as part of a group and you wish to be seated together or adjacent, please specify this at the time of booking.

This is one of our premier services, and we kindly request smart dress aboard the train — thank you for observing this dress code.

Please note:

  • The menu is set and cannot be varied.

  • A £15 corkage fee applies if you wish to bring your own wine — please speak     to one of our stewards on the day.

  • The minimum age for this service is 16 years and over.

Fares (including rover ticket):

  • Table for 2 – £130

  • Table for 3 – £220

  • Table for 4 – £260

Menu Options (must be specified at the time of booking):

  • Standard Menu

  • Vegetarian Menu

  • Gluten-Free Menu

Please check the timetable if joining us on 27thSeptember.

Experience Times & Booking

Select your preferred time and book your railway experience

Sunday 7th June 2026 at 2:10 PM

Afternoon Teas

Price: Prices from £ 130
Availability: Limited
Starting From: Cheltenham Race Course
Sunday 21st June 2026 at 2:10 PM

Afternoon Teas

Price: Prices from £ 130
Availability: Limited
Starting From: Cheltenham Race Course
Ticket Status: On Sale
Pricing:
Prices from £ 130
Departs From: Cheltenham Race Course
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Start: Sunday, March 15, 2026 2:10 PM
End: Sunday, June 21, 2026 5:00 PM

Important Information

Booking:

  • Unfortunately, "Mary" is not wheelchair accessible—please call 01242 621 405 to discuss mobility options.

  • Steam locos may be subject to last-minute changes.

  • Please note we do not offer concessionary rates on these trains, this differs from our policy on normal running days.

  • *Shareholder vouchers, memberships & annual passes are not valid on this service.