Champagne Afternoon Tea in the 'Devon Belle' Pullman Observation Car

Make yourself feel really special by enjoying a refreshing champagne afternoon tea in the rare 'Devon Belle' Pullman observation car as you travel through the spectacular Purbeck countryside.

Watch the fascinating steam locomotive at work through the glass windows of your carriage as your train is hauled from Swanage to Norden while you enjoy the comfort of your upholstered Pullman seat.

Your refreshing and tasty afternoon tea is served by our attentive and helpful attendants dressed in pristine Pullman uniforms.

Your train will pass through the village of Corfe Castle where you will delight in stunning views of the castle ruins.

On the return trip to Swanage, you will be treated to five and a half miles of unrivalled and breath-taking views of the Purbeck countryside.

An afternoon tea with a difference and a most memorable experience.

Experience lasts approximatly one hour.

Some services are diesel hauled, the dates will be indicated during the booking process.

£79.50 per person.

STEAM SERVICES DIESEL SERVICES
13 April 27 April
4 May 15 May
18 May 8 June
25 May 15 June
1 June 19 June
7 September 26 June
  13 July
  20 July
  21 September
  5 October
  12 October
  19 October

Dates for Champagne Afternoon Tea in the 'Devon Belle' Pullman Observation Car

13th Apr 2025 Book Tickets
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Menu

Menu

On Arrival

  • Glass of Champagne or Orange Juice

Afternoon Tea 

  • Smoked Salmon and Watercress sandwich on brown bread.
  • Slow cooked Beef Brisket, Red Onion and Mustard Mayonnaise sandwich on white bread.
  • Coastal Cheddar and Real Ale Chutney sandwich on brown bread.
  • Cucumber and Dill sandwich on white bread.
  • Mini Scone with Jam and Clotted Cream
  • Dorset Tea Fruit Cake
  • Carrot Cake

Beverages

  • 'Dorset Tea' or Coffee 

Please Note:

Vegan option is available, menu may vary.

Due to the nature of being on a 1920 train, we regret that other menu requirements cannot be catered for.

We regret that dogs (Except assistance dogs) are not able to travel on this service.

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Dress Code & Notes

We want dining on the Devon Belle to be a memorable occasion for you.

In keeping with Pullman tradition , gentlemen are requested to wear a tie. Guests are respectfully advised that T-shirts, jeans and trainers are not permitted.

Due to the age and design of the vehicle we regret that Car 14 is not wheelchair accessable.

We regret that dogs (Except assistance dogs) are not able to travel on this service.

This product is not suitable for young children.

Allergens

Although every effort is made to avoid cross contamination, the food on these menus is prepared in an atmosphere that uses Nuts, Gluten, Dairy, Mustard, Soys, Celery, Sesame, Sulphur Dioxide, Fish and Shellfish.

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