Grand National
Travel to Aintree for the Grand National in style: brunch on the way north, a reserved seat in the stands, and champagne and dinner home.
- London EustonDay 1
- Liverpool South ParkwayDay 1
- AintreeDay 1
- London EustonDay 1
Overview
Dress to impress for the world's most famous steeplechase. The train leaves London Euston for Liverpool with a Bellini and brunch, a coach takes you to Aintree where a reserved seat in a prestigious stand awaits, and you celebrate the day on the way home with champagne and a five-course dinner with wine.
- Departure from London Euston
- Bellini and brunch on the way north
- Coach transfers to Aintree Racecourse
- Entry ticket and reserved seat in a prestigious stand
- Champagne and five-course dinner with wine on the return
Day by day
Day 1Morning: London Euston to Liverpool
Board at London Euston, admire your authentic vintage carriage, and enjoy a sparkling Bellini (or alcohol-free alternative) and brunch as the train heads north. Your race ticket and reserved-seat badge are handed to you on board.
Meals: Brunch
Day 2Afternoon: Aintree Racecourse
A private coach drops you at a retail park about a twelve-minute walk from the racecourse entrance. Take your reserved seat in a prestigious stand to watch world-class jockeys and horses tackle thirty fences. The coach leaves at 18:45, after the last race.
Day 3Evening: return to London Euston
Rejoin the train at Liverpool South Parkway for a glass of champagne and a five-course dinner with half a bottle of wine per person, then coffee before London Euston.
Meals: Five-course dinner
The map is schematic. Dashed lines are excursions by road.
Celia
- Designed by Baz Luhrmann and Catherine Martin
- Set in an original interwar Pullman car
- Personal cocktail bar and lounge
- Private dining and entertainment area
Cygnus
- Reimagined by filmmaker Wes Anderson
- Deep emerald-green palette
- Classic Pullman table seating
Perseus
- Two private coupés for four
- Australian walnut panelling
- Art Deco detailing
- Part of Winston Churchill's funeral train
Ione
- Beautifully laid tables
- Private coupé for four available
- Originally served routes across the UK
Audrey, Gwen, Ibis, Minerva, Phoenix, Vera and Zena
- 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.
- Brunch on the outbound journey and a five-course dinner with wine on the return
- A slow-paced train journey
- Coach transfers between the station and Aintree Racecourse
- Entry ticket and a reserved seat for the Grand National
- 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
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Questions about this journey
Which meals are included?
Brunch with a Bellini is served on the way north, and a champagne welcome and five-course dinner with half a bottle of wine per person (alcohol-free options available) on the way home, followed by coffee. 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.
Which London station does it use?
Unlike most British Pullman journeys, this one departs from and returns to London Euston. Coaches link Liverpool South Parkway with Aintree.
Is our seat at the racecourse reserved?
Yes, an entry ticket and a reserved seat in a prestigious stand are included. Your ticket and seat badge are handed to you on the train.
When do we need to be back at the coach?
The coach leaves the retail park beside the racecourse at 18:45, after the last race, so allow time for the walk back if you stay to watch it. Guests are asked to be back at the coach by 18:40.



