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Train Breaks in the UK

Train inclusive short breaks & holidays

At Caledonian Travel, we’ve developed a wide range of short breaks and holidays with inclusive train journeys and experiences – perfect for exploring the UK’s best countryside and coastlines, or enjoying an event, Sunday roast or Afternoon Tea in a unique setting! Lose track of time as you sit back, relax and enjoy the wonderful view on our short breaks by rail and coach.

Iconic Rail Breaks across the UK

Leisurely wind through the beautiful Leven Valley from Lakeside Station on the banks of Lake Windermere, and back, with the Lakeside & Haverthwaite Railway, or get an idyllic view of the Isle of Wight’s unspoilt countryside with the Isle of Wight Steam Railway. Experience wonderful coastal views from your carriage window with the North Norfolk Railway, from the seaside resort of Sheringham to the Georgian town of Holt, or follow the glorious coastline of Torbay through stunning Devon countryside, with Dartmouth Steam.

Join the hundreds of people descending on the East Lancashire Railway for their 1940s celebration weekend, play detective over a three-course meal at one of Embsay & Bolton Abbey Railway’s murder mystery cabaret shows, or enjoy a roast dinner or afternoon tea in one of Embsay & Bolton Abbey Railway’s lovingly restored carriages.

Short train breaks in Scotland

The Greatest Railway Journey by West Coast Railways is a scenic 84-mile return trip from Fort William to Mallaig, passing some of the most rugged and beautiful landscapes in the Scottish Highlands.

Christmas Railway Breaks

Why not enjoy a festive and immersive Polar Express train journey, or the Devon’s Train of Lights? An enchanting journey which takes passengers along the stunning English Riviera coastline in illuminated vintage carriages.

What's Included in our Caledonian Railway Trips?

All our train inclusive travel packages include coach pick-up from a wide range of departure locations across Northern England and Scotland. Our luxury coaches will drive you to your train station, and all tickets for your train experience will be included. Hotel accommodation and any additional excursions are also included in our tours - let us take care of the admin while you enjoy your trip!

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Polar Express & Christmas at Gulliver's - Premium Ticket

The Gulliver's Hotel - Warrington

£199.00
Now  £169 pp
save £30.00

Duration: 2 Days

From: Anlaby, Castleford, Goole, Hull


  • Coach travel with reserved seating
  • One night dinner, bed and breakfast at our select hotel
  • Included admission to Gulliver’s World Warrington with a with a special live show featuring Santa with a sweetie gift for every child. Souvenir photograph per family. Each child will receive a soft toy. 
  • Journey aboard a premium festive carriage on the Polar Express Train Ride on the Embsay & Bolton Abbey Steam Railway including a Golden Ticket, Hot Chocolate, cookie, believe bell, premium festive carriage & branded ceramic mug.

All passengers can wear pyjamas on the train to make the journey even more magical.

The Polar Express Train Ride, Embsay & Bolton Abbey Steam, Yorkshire -
This magical train departs from Bolton Abbey Station in Skipton, and heads directly to The North Pole. Music, hot chocolate and cosy PJs – it will be a magical, immersive experience for the whole family!

Gulliver’s World, Warrington - Designed for children aged 2 – 13, the park has a fantastic selection of exciting rides, attractions, shows, themed play areas and fun activities – for the whole family! Plus, a variety of restaurants and food stalls – what a great day out!

Departure Date

Sat 6th Dec 25 2025

£199.00 £169pp

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Christmas Lunch on a Steam Train

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£69.95
Now  £59 .95pp
save £10.00

Duration: 1 Days

From: Anlaby, Goole, Hessle, Hull


After your coach journey with reserved seating, you enjoy a beautiful one-and-a-half hour's steam train ride through the Yorkshire Dales, and indulge in a traditional two-course Christmas meal, consisting of:
  • Traditional roasted turkey, stuffing balls with kilted chipolata, Seasonal veg and pan gravy
  • Christmas pudding with brandy sauce or custard.
  • A choice of complimentary drink (Red or White Wine or a Bottle of Beer Bitter or Pale), with a mince pie & tea or coffee to follow.
  • Time to enjoy Harrogate

Please note: Embsay & Bolton Abbey Railway are unable to cater for vegetarian, vegan,gluten-free, dairy-free, nut allergies or any other kind of food intolerance diet.

Departure Date

Tue 9th Dec 25 2025

£69.95 £59.95pp

Tue 9th Dec 25 2025

£69.95 £59.95pp

Tue 16th Dec 25 2025

£69.95 £65.95pp

Tue 16th Dec 25 2025

£69.95 £59.95pp


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Christmas Afternoon Tea on a Steam Train

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£69.95
Now  £59 .95pp
save £10.00

Duration: 1 Days

From: Darlington, Newcastle, Stockton, Sunderland


  • Coach travel with reserved seating
  • Return travel with Afternoon Tea, aboard the Embsay & Bolton Abbey Steam Railway -  1 hour round trip
  • Time to enjoy Harrogate

Your Christmas Afternoon Tea menu:

  • Complimentary Mulled Wine / fresh apple or orange juice on arrival
  • 3 Tier Stand, Festive Sandwiches, Pigs in Blankets, Scone, Cream & Jam, Rum Truffle, Fruit Cake served with Wensleydale Cheese, Mince Pie.
  • Unlimited Refill of Tea & Coffee.

Please note: Embsay & Bolton Abbey Railway are unable to cater for vegan,gluten-free, dairy-free, nut allergies or any other kind of food intolerance diet.

Departure Date

Tue 9th Dec 25 2025

£69.95 £59.95pp

Wed 10th Dec 25 2025

£69.95 £59.95pp

Wed 10th Dec 25 2025

£69.95 £59.95pp

Tue 16th Dec 25 2025

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Christmas Dinner on a Steam Train

N/A

£69.95
Now  £59 .95pp
save £10.00

Duration: 1 Days

From: Darlington, Middlesbrough, Stockton, Sunderland


After your coach journey with reserved seating, you enjoy a beautiful one-and-a-half hour's steam train journey with Embsay & Bolton Abbey Railway departing at 5.30pm through the Yorkshire Dales, and indulge in a traditional two-course Christmas meal, consisting of:
  • Traditional roasted turkey, stuffing balls with kilted chipolata, Seasonal veg and pan gravy
  • Christmas pudding with brandy sauce or custard.
  • A choice of complimentary drink (Red or White Wine or a Bottle of Beer Bitter or Pale), with a mince pie & tea or coffee to follow.
  • Time to enjoy Harrogate

Please note: Embsay & Bolton Abbey Railway are unable to cater for vegetarian, vegan,gluten-free, dairy-free, nut allergies or any other kind of food intolerance diet.

Departure Date

Wed 10th Dec 25 2025

£69.95 £59.95pp


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The Polar Express & York Christmas Fayre

The Leonardo Hotel - Bradford

£169.00
Now  £149 pp
save £20.00

Duration: 2 Days

From: Carlisle, Glasgow, Gretna, Hamilton, Paisley


  • Coach travel with reserved seating
  • One night dinner, bed and breakfast at our select hotel
  • Evening Journey aboard the Polar Express Train Ride on the Embsay & Bolton Abbey Steam Railway including Golden Ticket, Hot Chocolate, Cookie and Believe Bell
  • A Sunday visit to York and its wonderful Christmas Fayre

All passengers can wear pyjamas on the train to make the journey even more magical.

The Polar Express Train Ride, Embsay & Bolton Abbey Steam, Yorkshire -
This magical train departs from Bolton Abbey Station in Skipton, and heads directly to The North Pole. Music, hot chocolate and cosy PJs – it will be a magical, immersive experience for the whole family!

York’s annual Christmas Market is spread out over a few of the city’s historic streets, offering a wide range of stocking fillers, unique gifts and fairground attractions that are sure to delight the whole family. You’ll also be able to sample some of the best food Yorkshire has to offer in St. Sampson’s Square, as well as a range of international flavours

Departure Date

Sat 13th Dec 25 2025

£169.00 £149pp

Sat 13th Dec 25 2025

£169.00 £149pp

Sat 20th Dec 25 2025

£169.00 £139pp

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£169.00 £139pp

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£169.00 £169pp

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£169.00 £169pp

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£169.00 £169pp

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£169.00 £169pp

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£169.00 £169pp

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£169.00 £169pp

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The Polar Express & York Christmas Fayre - Premium Ticket

The Leonardo Hotel - Bradford

£189.00
Now  £169 pp
save £20.00

Duration: 2 Days

From: Carlisle, Glasgow, Gretna, Hamilton, Paisley


  • Coach travel with reserved seating
  • One night dinner, bed and breakfast at our select hotel
  • Evening Journey aboard the premium festive carriage on the Polar Express Train Ride on the Embsay & Bolton Abbey Steam Railway including Golden Ticket, Hot Chocolate, cookie, believe bell, premium festive carriage & branded ceramic mug.
  • A Sunday visit to York and its wonderful Christmas Fayre

All passengers can wear pyjamas on the train to make the journey even more magical.

The Polar Express Train Ride, Embsay & Bolton Abbey Steam, Yorkshire -
This magical train departs from Bolton Abbey Station in Skipton, and heads directly to The North Pole. Music, hot chocolate and cosy PJs – it will be a magical, immersive experience for the whole family!

York’s annual Christmas Market is spread out over a few of the city’s historic streets, offering a wide range of stocking fillers, unique gifts and fairground attractions that are sure to delight the whole family. You’ll also be able to sample some of the best food Yorkshire has to offer in St. Sampson’s Square, as well as a range of international flavours

Departure Date

Sat 13th Dec 25 2025

£189.00 £169pp

Sat 13th Dec 25 2025

£189.00 £169pp

Sat 20th Dec 25 2025

£189.00 £159pp

Sat 20th Dec 25 2025

£189.00 £159pp

Sat 21st Nov 26 2026

£189.00 £189pp

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£189.00 £189pp

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£189.00 £189pp

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£189.00 £189pp

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£189.00 £189pp

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£189.00 £189pp

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£189.00 £189pp

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£189.00 £189pp

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£189.00 £189pp

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£189.00 £189pp

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£189.00 £189pp

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£189.00 £189pp

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£189.00 £189pp

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£189.00 £189pp

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£189.00 £189pp

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£189.00 £189pp

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£189.00 £189pp


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Polar Express & Christmas at Gulliver's

The Holiday Inn Express Hotel - Preston South

£179.00
Now  £149 pp
save £30.00

Duration: 2 Days

From: Anlaby, Castleford, Hessle, Hull


  • Coach travel with reserved seating
  • One night dinner, bed and breakfast at our select hotel
  • Included admission to Gulliver’s World Warrington with a special live show featuring Santa with a sweetie gift for every child
  • Journey aboard the Polar Express Train Ride on the Embsay & Bolton Abbey Steam Railway including Golden Ticket, Hot Chocolate, Cookie and Believe Bell

All passengers can wear pyjamas on the train to make the journey even more magical.

The Polar Express Train Ride, Embsay & Bolton Abbey Steam, Yorkshire -
This magical train departs from Bolton Abbey Station in Skipton, and heads directly to The North Pole. Music, hot chocolate and cosy PJs – it will be a magical, immersive experience for the whole family!

Gulliver’s World, Warrington - Designed for children aged 2 – 13, the park has a fantastic selection of exciting rides, attractions, shows, themed play areas and fun activities – for the whole family! Plus, a variety of restaurants and food stalls – what a great day out!

Departure Date

Sat 13th Dec 25 2025

£179.00 £149pp

Sat 13th Dec 25 2025

£179.00 £179pp

Sat 13th Dec 25 2025

£179.00 £149pp

Sat 21st Nov 26 2026

£169.00 £169pp

Sat 21st Nov 26 2026

£179.00 £179pp

Sat 21st Nov 26 2026

£179.00 £179pp

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£179.00 £179pp

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£179.00 £179pp

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£179.00 £179pp

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£179.00 £179pp

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£179.00 £179pp

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£179.00 £179pp

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£179.00 £179pp

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£179.00 £179pp

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£179.00 £179pp

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£179.00 £179pp

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£179.00 £179pp

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£179.00 £179pp

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£179.00 £179pp

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£179.00 £179pp

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£179.00 £179pp

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£179.00 £179pp

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£179.00 £179pp

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£179.00 £179pp

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£179.00 £179pp

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£179.00 £179pp

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£179.00 £179pp

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£179.00 £179pp

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£179.00 £179pp

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£179.00 £179pp

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Torquay Inclusive & Christmas Train of Lights - Turkey & Tinsel

The Caledonian Torbay Hotel - Torquay

£259.00
Now  £209 pp
save £50.00

Duration: 5 Days

From: Castleford, Hessle, Hull


  • Coach travel with reserved seating
  • Four nights at the The Caledonian Torbay Hotel, Torquay
  • Full cooked breakfast each morning with tea or coffee
  • Three course dinner each evening with tea or coffee
  • Turkey & Tinsel Package
  • Live entertainment every evening
  • Cash Bingo every evening
  • Four free drinks from the bar between 11am – 11pm each day with a fine choice of beers, wines, spirits & soft drinks
  • Excursion taking in the delights of historic Plymouth
  • Half day visit to charming Dartmouth and a fantastic journey along the Torbay coastline by railway from Paignton to Kingswear on the Christmas Train of Lights 

Torquay - Devon’s most popular resort, the beautiful seaside town is busy, thriving, and modern – and has gorgeous golden sandy beaches, bright blue bays, palm trees, warm (almost Mediterranean) breeze, and spectacular views.

Christmas Train of Lights - Experience the magic of the festive season aboard the Dartmouth Christmas Train of Lights. Your journey begins at Queen's Park Station, Paignton, and travel’s through the picturesque South Devon countryside to Churston Station where the show begins, your spectacular carriage is decorated with thousands of twinkling lights and enchanting decorations both inside and out. Travel through the 450-metre Greenway tunnel that leads you to the enchanted forest which will be transformed by a multitude of lights with brand-new feature displays.

The Caledonian Torbay Hotel - Perhaps the best-located hotel in Torquay, the hotel stands out on the resort’s palm tree-lined seafront, overlooking the promenade with views of the busy Marina and Harbour.

Departure Date

Mon 15th Dec 25 2025

£259.00 £209pp

Mon 15th Dec 25 2025

£259.00 £209pp

Mon 15th Dec 25 2025

£259.00 £209pp

Mon 15th Dec 25 2025

£259.00 £209pp


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Torquay Inclusive & Christmas Train of Lights - Turkey & Tinsel

The Caledonian Torbay Hotel - Torquay

£229.00
Now  £179 pp
save £50.00

Duration: 4 Days

From: Castleford, Goole, Hessle, Hull, Leeds, Wakefield


  • Coach travel with reserved seating
  • Three nights at the Caledonian Torbay Hotel, Torquay
  • Full cooked breakfast each morning with tea or coffee
  • Three course dinner each evening with tea or coffee
  • Turkey & Tinsel Package
  • Live entertainment every evening
  • Cash Bingo every evening
  • Four free drinks from the bar between 11am – 11pm each day with a fine choice of beers, wines, spirits & soft drinks
  • Excursion with a fantastic journey along the Torbay coastline by  railway from Paignton to Kingswear on the Christmas Train of Lights 
Christmas Train of Lights - Experience the magic of the festive season aboard the Dartmouth Christmas Train of Lights. Your journey begins at Queen's Park Station, Paignton, and travel’s through the picturesque South Devon countryside to Churston Station where the show begins, your spectacular carriage is decorated with thousands of twinkling lights and enchanting decorations both inside and out. Travel through the 450-metre Greenway tunnel that leads you to the enchanted forest which will be transformed by a multitude of lights with brand-new feature displays.

Torquay - Devon’s most popular resort, the beautiful seaside town is busy, thriving, and modern – and has gorgeous golden sandy beaches, bright blue bays, palm trees, warm (almost Mediterranean) breeze, and spectacular views.

The Caledonian Torbay Hotel - Perhaps the best-located hotel in Torquay, the hotel stands out on the resort’s palm tree-lined seafront, overlooking the promenade with views of the busy Marina and Harbour.

Departure Date

Fri 19th Dec 25 2025

£229.00 £179pp

Fri 19th Dec 25 2025

£229.00 £179pp


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York, Grassington & Sunday Lunch on a Steam Train

Mystery Hotel

£119.00
Only  £119 pp
save -

Duration: 2 Days

From: Carlisle, Glasgow, Gretna, Hamilton, Paisley


  • Coach travel with reserved seating
  • One night dinner, bed and breakfast at our select hotel
  • Saturday - Visit to historic York, filled with quaint shops and stunning architecture
  • Sunday - Visit Grassington for a short stop before your included Journey aboard the Embsay & Bolton Abbey Steam Railway including a traditional Sunday Lunch*

York - Described as a lively festival city with Roman roots and a Viking past, York offers a fantastic range of attractions for you to explore.  Wander around the Shambles, quaint cobbled lanes which are home to independent stores, quirky gift shops and cosy tea rooms. With buildings from the 14th century, it’s one of the most intact medieval areas in England, visited by many visitors every year.

Please note: Embsay & Bolton Abbey Railway are unable to cater for vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, dairy-free, nut allergies or any other kind of food intolerance diet.

Departure Date

Sat 10th Jan 26 2026

£119.00 £119pp

Sat 10th Jan 26 2026

£119.00 £119pp

Sat 17th Jan 26 2026

£119.00 £119pp

Sat 24th Jan 26 2026

£129.00 £129pp

Sat 24th Jan 26 2026

£129.00 £129pp

Sat 31st Jan 26 2026

£129.00 £129pp

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£129.00 £129pp

Sat 7th Feb 26 2026

£129.00 £129pp

Sat 14th Feb 26 2026

£129.00 £129pp

Sat 21st Feb 26 2026

£139.00 £139pp

Sat 21st Feb 26 2026

£139.00 £139pp

Sat 28th Feb 26 2026

£139.00 £139pp

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£139.00 £139pp

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£139.00 £139pp

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£139.00 £139pp

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£139.00 £139pp

Sat 21st Mar 26 2026

£139.00 £139pp

Sat 18th Apr 26 2026

£149.00 £149pp

Sat 16th May 26 2026

£149.00 £149pp

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£159.00 £159pp

Sat 27th Jun 26 2026

£159.00 £159pp

Sat 25th Jul 26 2026

£159.00 £159pp

Sat 5th Sep 26 2026

£149.00 £149pp

Sat 3rd Oct 26 2026

£139.00 £139pp

Sat 24th Oct 26 2026

£139.00 £139pp



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