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The West Yorkshireman Steam Charter Train

31 May 2025

08:30 - 20:25

Bradford Forster Square Railway Station

Celebrate the heritage and culture of the railways in Bradford on The West Yorshireman Steam Charter Train.

Settle Carlisle Railway Development Company have launched their exclusive charter steam train, The West Yorkshireman and has requested the iconic LMS 7P Scots Guardsman for this journey.

The charter is a triple celebration of Bradford’s city of culture status, 200 years of passenger rail transport and the 150th anniversary of the Settle Carlisle line opening.

There will be a steam-hauled departure from Bradford Forster Square, with pick-ups at Shipley, Bingley, Keighley, Skipton, and Settle.

Following the journey along the most scenic line in Europe, according to the Lonely Planet publishers, there will be free time to explore Carlisle's historic landmarks, including Carlisle Castle, the Cathedral, and Tullie House Museum before returning to the train for a scenic return via Shap and the Bentham Line.

Tickets are available for Premier Dining, which includes a full English breakfast and a four-course dinner served at your seat (due to time constraints, this option is not available from Settle). There is also First Class, which includes morning tea or coffee with breakfast roll and sweet treat, plus an afternoon tea service, and Standard Class with reserved seating.

Ticket Information

Standard £99.00
First Class £189.00
Premier Dining £299.00

Venue Details

Bradford Forster Square Railway Station

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