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SHAKESPEARE EXPRESS : BIRMINGHAM - STRATFORD STEAM TRAIN SERVICE
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Birmingham's Steam Train Service
Sundays only - 6 July 2008 to 14 Sept 2008
Route : Birmingham Snow Hill - Moor St - Tyseley - Henley - Stratford; return : Tyseley - Moor Street & Snow Hill
Treat yourself to a nostalgic mainline steam train journey between Birmingham & Stratford on the Shakespeare Express. Sit back and enjoy the views of the leafy Warwickshire countryside whilst listening to the romantic sound of the steam locomotive. You may also wish to savour a delicious meal in our Premier Dining.
From Birmingham Snow Hill, Birmingham Moor Street or Tyseley
Shakespeare Express Full English Breakfast Breakfast Information
Shakespeare Express High Tea High Tea Information
Shakespeare express at Shrewley The Service provides 2 return trips from Birmingham each operating Sunday.

The first train offers passengers the choice of several hours stay in Stratford-upon-Avon, or just go there and back for the ride.

The second train is for passengers who just want to enjoy the ride there and back.

The southbound journey follows the Shakespeare Line through Shirley, Earlswood & Henley to Stratford.

The northbound journey usually follows the branch line through Claverdon, then the mainline through Lapworth & Solihull to Birmingham.

Passengers can choose that extra touch of luxury by pre-booking Premier Dining in our ex-BR mark 1 Pullman Car accommodation with dining on the morning train to Stratford and/or the late afternoon return journey.

Full English breakfast is served on the morning train from Birmingham Breakfast Information

High Tea is served on the late afternoon train from Stratford High Tea Information

STANDARD CLASS AFTERNOON RETURN SPECIALS
Travel on the afternoon Shakespeare Express from Birmingham & return : one child goes FREE with every adult, or get £10 OFF a Family Ticket. TICKETS MUST BE PREBOOKED to get this SPECIAL saving.
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Tickets: The train is operated by Vintage Trains Limited. Only Vintage Trains Limited tickets are valid on these trains.

Pre-book for Discounts: Special discounted prices apply to some Standard Class tickets if pre-booked (see note 1.)

Pay & Go: subject to availability - Standard class tickets may be purchased on the day of travel from one of the Vintage Trains staff - See Seat Availability Standard Class tickets on Train A

Group Bookings: Groups of 12 or more adults travelling together may qualify for discounted fares

Join The Train: Birmingham Snow Hill How to get to Birmingham Snow Hill Station : Birmingham Moor Street How to get to Birmingham Moor Street Station : Tyseley How to get to Tyseley Station for Stratford

Passenger Coaches (Standard class) are mainly open style with groups of 4 seats arranged around a table.  They feature large picture windows affording excellent viewing of the surrounding countryside.

Premier Dining Car Service is offered in our Pullman Cars - with seats at tables for 2 or 4. Seats and meal(s) need to be prebooked (see note 1).

Buffet & On-train Shop - the on-train service offers hot & cold drinks and confectionery. The shop offers a range of gifts for young and old, so you can take away a memento of the day.  These include badges featuring our regular engine.

Stewards are on duty to answer any questions, to assist passengers who may need some extra help and to try to make your journey comfortable and pleasurable. About our Stewards About Vintage Trains Stewards

Passengers With Special Needs - we can accommodate a small number of people using wheelchairs.  It is essential to contact Vintage Trains directly to discuss availability of our facilities and your requirements before making a booking.

Coach and Tour Operators - Vintage Trains welcomes enquiries from coach and tour operators.

Parties & Corporate Hospitality - to discuss your requirements please contact Vintage train.

 Treat yourself, your family and friends to a memorable & nostalgic day out.
No Smoking allowed at all on any Vintage Trains Special Notes Only dogs for the disabled allowed

Customers are reminded that as from 1st July 2007 UK government legislation comes into effect prohibiting smoking in public places. Areas designated 'NO SMOKING' include ALL CARRIAGES ON ALL TRAINS AS WELL AS RAILWAY PLATFORMS AND PREMISES.

Other designated no smoking areas include :
- Station premises including corridors, lifts, toilets, waiting rooms, reception areas, waiting rooms and shelters etc; railway offices
- Platforms and footbridges – covered, uncovered and partially covered
- Subways<

Vintage Trains regrets that Dogs are NOT allowed on any train except for Specially Trained Dogs for the Disabled.<
Note 1 : Pre-booked Standard class seats and ALL Premier Dining Car seats and meals must be booked by the Friday before travel directly with the Vintage Trains Office.
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