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Meet The Makers: Royal Scotsman’s Grand Suites

Looking into the Grand Suite bedroom where a bed sits between marquetry wall panels and a window on to the Scottish Highlands.

Tweeds & Tartans: Araminta Campbell

Scotland’s changing landscapes are the foundation of any Araminta Birse-Stewart’s creation. In her atelier – a melee of mood boards, ornamental bird’s nests and yarns of wool – the designer shares stories of the auburn mountains, snowy white peaks and flowing rivers that she drew inspiration from to develop her unique Grand Suites tweeds and tartans. Preserving the beauty of Scottish heritage, Araminta creates a world where the majestic outdoors and refined interiors are constantly in dialogue.

Furniture: William Garvey

William Garvey’s deep love of craftsmanship, beauty and nature has fuelled a rich career in woodworking that has spanned half a century. For ‘Meet The Makers’, the artisan unveils the finest contemporary furniture crafted for the Royal Scotsman's Grand Suites. With his artistry, the Grand Suites are a testament to luxury precision.

Royal Scotsman Grand Suites

A woman in purple tartan trousers and a white top sits on a blue plaid chair, glimpsed through the open Grand Suite door.

Welcome to your convivial country house on wheels, where you and your loved ones will journey together, recounting the epic chapters of your adventure and creating unforgettable memories in the purest Scottish tradition. Pioneering the future of luxury, the world of the Grand Suites is one of exuberance and decadence. Aboard the Royal Scotsman train, doors dressed in intricate marquetry make way for indulgent spa treatments in a sumptuous en-suite bathroom and private dining comforts to relax.

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