Golden Arrow Christmas Dining Trains

Step into Christmas and relive the golden age of rail travel with our fantastic Golden Arrow Christmas dining services this December on the Bluebell Railway. We are once again offering a luncheon service on the 5^th December, with the remaining dates being evening services.

With luxurious Pullman Cars Christine, Fingall and Car 54, our Pullman car with accessible access, the train recreates a bygone age of rail travel, relieving the famous “Golden Arrow” Pullman service, which once linked London Victoria and Paris Gare Du Nord with the style and elegance which made it one of the most glamorous and famous trains in the world. On board you will transported back in time as you enjoy fine food and wine served to the standards of yesteryear. In addition, carol singers will be present at Horsted Keynes Station and you’ll also be able to witness the lineside light displays which are present for our SteamLights event.

‘Christine’, ‘Fingall’ and Car 54 bring back the halcyon days of the 1920/30s with their unique wooden wall panel Marquetry and plush seating. All provides comfortable and plush surroundings, being built to convey 1st Class passengers, bringing back the glory days of rail travel on these fine coaches.

This premier service offers a mulled wine reception and a wonderful Christmas menu onboard a steam-hauled train through the winter Sussex countryside. Your journey will last approximately 3 & 1/2 hours.