Take a look at our great days out in England where the Orient Express will transport you in style to various towns and cities around the Southeast and Southwest of England, providing you with an unforgettable experience.

Select a month:   Select... Bath Bath at Christmas Brunels ss Great Britain (Steam) Canterbury Chatsworth House Cotswold Villages Oxford (Steam) Petworth House Worcester York

The popularity of Bath as an elegant and exclusive retreat has remained for centuries. Immerse yourself in this glorious destination, famous for the Roman Baths, the Georgian crescent, museums and antique shops.

From £350 Per Person

What's Included:
Brunch with Bellini on outward journey, guided tour, four course dinner with champagne and wine on return journey.

Your Journey:
Your journey takes you to the historic city of Bath. The hot springs first attracted the Romans to build the spa of Aqua Sulis, and the remains of the baths and other archaeological finds can be seen here. In Saxon times, King Offa founded an abbey at Bath, where King Edgar was crowned in 973. Bath's fashionable heyday came in the 18th century, when Beau Nash regulated the bathing and constructed the assembly rooms and theatres. Today, Bath is Britain's best preserved Georgian city.

A delicious Brunch with Bellini will be served on your outward journey. On arrival at Bath you will be met by guides who will accompany you on a coach tour of this delightful city taking in the sights of the city and the famous Roman Baths and Pump Room.

The Roman Baths and Pump Room are one of the best preserved Roman sites north of the Alps, where hot mineral water rises from a spring at a temperature of 46°C. Explore the beauty of the Ancient Roman's architecture and art, and don't forget to sample the spa water from the Spa Fountain in the Grand Pump Room.

There will be a little free time for you to explore Bath on your own or, alternatively, you may prefer to spend the whole time in Bath at your leisure. You are asked to make your own way back to the station (approximately 10 minute walk).

On your return journey to London Victoria, after a glass of champagne, you will be served a four course supper with half a bottle of wine.

What to wear: Smart day wear is appropriate. You are asked not to wear jeans or trainers. Please remember you will be outdoors for part of your time in Bath.

Access: This journey is rated as difficult without a carer for passengers with special access needs. Bath Spa Station has a lot of steps but there is access by a slope which is a slightly longer way round. Unfortunately the Roman Baths Museum is not wheelchair accessible however wheelchair users are able to access the Terrace overlooking the Great Bath and the Pump room.

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The historic centre of Bath, with its Georgian architecture, Roman Baths and the magnificent Cathedral is the most perfect setting for a spot of shopping in the Christmas Market.

From £350 Per Person

What's Included:
Brunch with Bellini on outward journey, guided tour and free time for shopping, four course supper with champagne and wine on return journey.

Your Journey:
The popularity of Bath as an exclusive retreat has remained for centuries, an elegant city where ancient treasures and modern fashions combine. Visit the historic city of Bath were the hot springs first attracted the Romans to build the spa of Aqua Sulis, the remains of the baths and other archaeological finds are still present today. The Baths are one of many great attractions to be housed within the boundaries of the city.

A delicious brunch with Bellini is served on your outward journey to Bath. On arrival you will be met by guides who will accompany you on a coach tour of this elegant city, after which your time is free to explore the many and varied unusual shops Bath has to offer - arts and crafts shops, galleries and antiques shops, designer labels and the speciality food shops. The Bath Christmas Market will also be taking place giving during your visit. The Abbey Churchyard area is transformed into a Christmas shoppers’ haven.  A magical setting in the shadow of Bath Abbey and next to the Roman Baths, right in the centre of the stunning Georgian city’s shopping district. Time and energy permitting, you may also like to sample the delights of the Roman Baths, the Regency Pump room, or one of the other historic attractions for which Bath is famous.

You are asked to make your own way back to the station (approximately 10 minute walk). On your return journey to London Victoria, after a glass of champagne, you will be served a four course dinner with half a bottle of wine.

What to wear: Smart day wear is appropriate. You are asked not to wear jeans or trainers. Please remember you will be outdoors for part of your time in Bath.

Access: This journey is rated as difficult without a carer for passengers with special access needs. Bath Spa Station has a lot of steps but there is access by a slope which is a slightly longer way round. Unfortunately the Roman Baths Museum is not wheelchair accessible however wheelchair users are able to access the Terrace overlooking the Great Bath and the Pump room.

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Discover two of Brunel's engineering masterpieces with a visit to the SS Great Britain, sitting in her original dock, and the magnificent Suspension Bridge over the Avon Gorge.

From £475 Per Person

What's Included:
Brunch with Bellini on outward journey, guided coach tour, four course supper with champagne and wine on return journey.

Your Journey:
Your journey takes you to the ancient city and port of Bristol, home of the famous SS Great Britain and Brunel's magnificent Suspension Bridge.

Brunch with Bellini will be served on your outward journey. On arrival in Bristol you will be met by guides who will accompany you on a coach tour of this delightful city. The tour will take in a visit to the SS Great Britain.

The coach will return you to Bristol Temple Meads to board the British Pullman for your return journey to London Victoria. A glass of chilled champagne is served as soon as you board the train. This is followed by a four course supper accompanied by half a bottle of wine.

What to wear: Smart day wear is appropriate. You are asked not to wear jeans or trainers. Please remember you will be outdoors for part of your time in Bristol.

Access: This journey is rated as reasonable for passengers with special access needs. The SS Great Britain is easily accessible for most passengers, there is wheelchair access to the main deck and wide staircases with handrails between decks. Wheelchairs are available at the ship free of charge. All other areas of the exhibition are easily accessible.

Bristol station has lift access to the platform.

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Be a modern day pilgrim on a guided walking tour of this historic cathedral, episcopal seat of the Archbishop of Canterbury, and the city that inspired Caucer's unfinished comic masterpiece The Canterbury Tales.

From £195 Per Person

What's Included:
Travel aboard the British Pullman to Folkestone, coach transfer to Canterbury, guided walking tour to include cathedral visit, return to London by coach.

Your Journey:
Your journey today takes you to the ancient city of Canterbury which has welcomed countless visitors over its 2000 year history. Pilgrims have journeyed there for centuries to the shrine of Archbishop Thomas à Becket who was murdered in his own cathedral in 1170.

A delicious Brunch with Bellini is served on the train on your outward journey.

The coach will depart from Canterbury for the journey back to London Victoria. Please note the time shown on your tickets and itinerary for arrival back at London Victoria is estimated and may vary according to traffic conditions on the day.

What to wear: Smart day wear is appropriate. You are asked not to wear jeans.

Access: This journey is rated as reasonable for passengers with special access needs, but not suitable for passengers who cannot walk very far.

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Wander amidst the stately elegance of one of the finest houses in Britain. Visit the State Rooms and chapel, view the tapestries, sculptures and old masters before exploring the immaculate gardens.

From £395 Per Person

What's Included:
Brunch with Bellini on outward journey, admission to house and gardens, five course dinner with champagne and wine on return journey.

Your Journey:
Your journey takes you to Chatsworth, home of the Duke and Duchess of Devonshire. The house and gardens you will see have evolved gradually over the centuries and have been open to visitors virtually since the first house was built in 1552.

Brunch with Bellini is served on your outward journey. On arrival at Chesterfield you will be met by guides for the coach transfer to Chatsworth. Here you are free to explore the house with its magnificent decor and furnishings and the extensive grounds designed by Capability Brown at your leisure. You will be transfered by coach to Chesterfield Station for your return journey.

A glass of chilled champagne is served as soon as you board the train. This is followed by a five-course dinner accompanied by half a bottle of wine with your meal.

What to wear: Smart day wear is appropriate. You are asked not to wear jeans. Please remember you will be outdoors for part of your time at Chatsworth.

Access: This journey is rated as good for passengers with special access needs. At Chatsworth House the structure of the house imposes limitations due to the 150 steps on the public route. Access is available into the Sculpture Gallery, Great Dining Room, Ante-Library and a view into the Library and Painted Hall.

There is also a video of the public route shown throughout the day in the Information Room. There are 3 electric scooters and 4 manual wheelchairs available for use in the garden at no charge.

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A treasure-trove of quaint hamlets built from apricot-coloured stone, the Cotswolds' appearance belies its ancient history. Take a break from the bustle of everyday life and discover this picturesque region.

From £395 Per Person

What's Included:
Brunch with Bellini on outward journey, coach tour of the Cotswolds, four course supper with champagne and wine on return journey.

Your Journey:
Your journey takes you to Cheltenham, the Regency Spa town that is the 'gateway to the Cotswolds', before visiting three Cotswold Villages.

Brunch with Bellini is served on the outward journey. On arrival at Cheltenham, you will be met by your guide who will accompany you on a coach tour of the Cotswolds. You will be able to disembark for a short while in the bustling market town of Stow-on-the-Wold. Rejoin the British Pullman at Cheltenham for the return journey to London.

A glass of chilled champagne is served as soon as you board the train. This is followed by a four course supper accompanied by half a bottle of wine.

What to wear: Smart day wear is appropriate. You are asked not to wear jeans or trainers. Please remember you will be outdoors while visiting the Cotswold villages.

Access: This journey is rated as reasonable for people with special access requirements. Please note that passengers will be embarking and disembarking coaches throughout the tour of the Cotswolds Villages.

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Home to royalty and scholars, the 'Dreaming Spires' form but part of the history of this elegant town; from the Venice-inspired Bridge of Sighs to The Ashmolean - Britain's oldest public museum.

From £475 Per Person

What's Included:
Brunch with Bellini on outward journey, guided walking tour and free time in Oxford, three course supper with champagne and wine on return journey.

Your Journey:
'The City of Dreaming Spires' is dominated by the University colleges, the most famous being Christ Church, Trinity, and Balliol, all within easy walking distance of each other. Don't miss the Bodleian Library, which has its own shop, and the nearby Radcliffe Camera, although not open to the public, is well worth a view from the outside.

Enjoy a delicious brunch with Bellini aboard the British Pullman en route for Oxford. On arrival you will be met by guides who will accompany you on a coach/walking tour with visits to some colleges. You will also have some free time to explore on your own. Rejoin the British Pullman for your return journey. A glass of chilled champagne is served as soon as you board the train followed by a four course supper accompanied by half a bottle of wine.

What to wear: Smart day wear is appropriate. You are asked not to wear jeans. Please remember you will be outdoors for part of your time in Oxford.

Access: This journey is rated as reasonable for those passengers with special access needs.

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This extensive 17th century mansion is situated within a beautiful deer park and formal gardens. Landscaped by the esteemed 'Capability' Brown, the park is considered to be his masterpiece.

From £350 Per Person

What's Included:
Brunch with Bellini is served on your outward journey. Visit to Petworth House with time to explore the house and grounds and the village of Pulborough. Three course dinner with champagne and wine on the return journey.

Your Journey:
This extensive 17th century mansion is situated within a beautiful deer park and formal gardens. Landscaped by the esteemed 'Capability' Brown, the park is considered to be his masterpiece and has been referred to as one of the finest man-made landscapes created in 8th century Europe. Petworth also boasts a fine art collection to rival most London galleries, including works by Turner, Blake and Van Dyck.

Brunch with Bellini will be served on the outward journey aboard the British Pullman. On arrival at Chichester you will be met by your guide who will accompany you on the short coach transfer to Fishbourne. Here you will have 90 minutes or so to explore the museum and garden before continuing by coach to Petworth House, where you are free to visit the house and grounds and explore the village of Pulborough.

The coach will transfer from Petworth to Chichester to rejoin the British Pullman for your return journey to London. A glass of chilled champagne is served as soon as you board the train, followed by a delicious three course dinner accompanied by half a bottle of wine.

What to wear: Smart day wear is appropriate. You are asked not to wear jeans or trainers. Please remember you will be outdoors for part of your time in Petworth.

Access: This journey is rated as reasonable for people with special access needs. Ramped entrance to house, ground floor accessible, few steps to chapel. Stairs only to other floors. Grounds partly accessible with good path surfaces. Wheelchair access at Chichester Station via level crossing.

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An ancient and atmospheric English city, home to the magnificent cathedral, built over the River Severn, the splendid Guildhall and the Victorian building containing the Royal Worcester factory.

From £395 Per Person

What's Included:
Brunch with Bellini, guided walking tour of Worcester, four course supper with champagne and wine on return journey.

Your Journey:
Your journey takes you to Worcester, an ancient and atmospheric English city, home to the magnificent cathedral, built over the River Severn, and the splendid Guildhall. The Victorian building of the Royal Worcester's factory and visitor centre contain many fine exhibits of this world famous porcelain.

Brunch with Bellini is served on the outward journey. On arrival at Worcester station you will be transferred by coach for a visit to the Cathedral followed by a walking tour of the city accompanied by your guide. You will rejoin the British Pullman at Worcester station for your return journey to London.

A glass of chilled champagne is served as soon as you board the train. This is followed by a four course supper accompanied by half a bottle of wine.

What to wear: Smart day wear is appropriate. You are asked not to wear jeans. Please remember you will be outdoors for part of your time in Worcester.

Access: This journey is rated as reasonable for passengers with special access needs. Please note that this journey includes a walking tour of Worcester.

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Explore the magnificent Minster or the perfectly preserved narrow streets of the Shambles or indulge yourself with a few hours shopping in the array of unique boutiques in this beautiful city.

From £370 Per Person

What's Included:
Brunch with Bellini on outward journey, guided walking tour of the city, five course dinner with champagne and wine on return journey.

Your Journey:
Your journey takes you to the historical city of York, one of the best preserved medieval cities in Europe with the magnificent Minster as its centrepiece. The fascinating Roman, Viking, Medieval and industrial history of the city is well documented in its many museums.

Brunch with Bellini is served on the outward journey. On arrival at York, you will be met by your guide who will accompany you on a short coach transfer, followed by a walking tour of the city, which includes a visit to York Minster. After the tour there will be some time to explore on your own. You are asked to return to the train for the return journey to London.

A glass of chilled champagne is served as soon as you board the train. This is followed by a five course dinner, accompanied by half a bottle of wine and a liqueur to round off your meal.

What to wear: Smart day wear is appropriate. You are asked not to wear jeans. Please remember you will be outdoors for much of your time in York so comfortable walking shoes are advised.

Access: This journey is rated as reasonable for passengers with special access needs. Please note that this is a walking tour of York and there are cobbled streets in places.

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