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The Golden Age of Travel
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Great British Seaside: Broadstairs
A seaside day trip to Broadstairs, the Victorian resort loved by Charles Dickens, with brunch on the way and a champagne dinner home.
- London VictoriaDay 1
- BroadstairsDay 1
- London VictoriaDay 1
Train stopExcursion by road
Duration1 days
Nights0
RouteLondon Victoria → London Victoria
Places visited2
From, per personGBP 560
Overview
Head for the Kent coast and the charming Victorian resort that Charles Dickens adored. Brunch is served on the way down, then the day is yours: sandy bay, cliff-top promenade, fishermen's cottages, ice-cream parlours and independent shops. Champagne and a three-course dinner await on the journey back.
- Sparkling wine and three-course brunch on board
- Free time in Broadstairs
- Sandy bay and cliff-top promenade
- Fishermen's cottages and independent boutiques
- Champagne and three-course dinner on the return
Day by day
Day 1Morning: London Victoria to Broadstairs
Settle in with a welcome glass of sparkling wine and a three-course brunch as the train heads for the Kent coast.
Meals: Brunch
Day 2Afternoon: free time in Broadstairs
Explore at your leisure: walk the long sandy bay or the cliff-top promenade with views over the Channel, or wander past fishermen's cottages, retro ice-cream parlours and independent boutiques.
Day 3Evening: return to London Victoria
A glass of chilled champagne welcomes you back on board, followed by a three-course dinner with half a bottle of wine per person and coffee and petits fours.
Meals: Three-course dinner
Where you spend each night
The map is schematic. Dashed lines are excursions by road.
Private carriage
Celia
Up to 12 guests
- Designed by Baz Luhrmann and Catherine Martin
- Set in an original interwar Pullman car
- Personal cocktail bar and lounge
- Private dining and entertainment area
Designer carriage
Cygnus
Once reserved for royalty and heads of state
- Reimagined by filmmaker Wes Anderson
- Deep emerald-green palette
- Classic Pullman table seating
Historic carriage
Perseus
26 seats
- Two private coupés for four
- Australian walnut panelling
- Art Deco detailing
- Part of Winston Churchill's funeral train
Historic carriage
Ione
Former restaurant car
- Beautifully laid tables
- Private coupé for four available
- Originally served routes across the UK
Historic carriages
Audrey, Gwen, Ibis, Minerva, Phoenix, Vera and Zena
Each with its own story
- Hand-crafted marquetry and vintage lamps
- Gwen once carried Queen Elizabeth II to Brighton
- Minerva carried guests to the Coronation
- Phoenix, the late Queen's favourite carriage
Seating is at tables for two, three or four, confirmed at booking subject to availability; families are seated in a designated area.
- A round-trip journey on the British Pullman
- British Pullman fine dining
- Transfers to Broadstairs
- Free time to explore the coastal town
- Payment
- Full payment at booking
Dates and prices
Live availability. Choose a cabin type, then select Book Now to reserve online, or Join waitlist on sold-out dates.
Table for Two
June 12, 2027
GBP 560.00 pp dbl
Join the waitlist
This departure is currently sold out. Leave your details and we will contact you the moment a cabin becomes available.
Questions about this journey
What time does the train leave and get back?
The British Pullman leaves London Victoria at about 11:00 and is due back at about 19:45. Timings are approximate and can change at short notice because the train runs on the national rail network.
Which meals are included?
A three-course brunch with sparkling wine is served on the way out; the return brings champagne, a three-course dinner with half a bottle of wine per person (or an alcohol-free option), and coffee and petits fours. Vegetarian, vegan and allergy needs can be catered for if you tell us when booking.
What should I wear?
Smart dress is expected: please leave denim, trainers, baseball caps, collarless T-shirts and shorts at home. Jackets and ties are not compulsory, but on the British Pullman you can never be overdressed.
When does this journey run, and what does it cost?
This journey runs on selected dates only, and fares depend on the departure and the table you choose. Live dates and fares are shown on this page, and our reservations team can help on (866) 484-7882.
What can we do in Broadstairs?
Your time is free: stroll the sandy bay or cliff-top promenade, look out over the Channel, or browse the old fishermen's cottages, ice-cream parlours and boutiques. The town also has strong links with Charles Dickens.
Are transfers included?
Yes, transfers to Broadstairs are part of the journey. They bring you back to the train in time for the champagne welcome and dinner.
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