Britannic Explorer

United Kingdom

The new British icon

  • 18 sleeper cabins
  • 3 or 6 night routes
  • Dining curated by Simon Rogan MBE
  • All-inclusive meals with sommelier wine
  • Wellbeing Suite by Wildsmith
  • Bar and Observation Car
  • Off-board experiences
  • London to Cornwall, Wales or The Lake District

HIGHLIGHT

The Lake District

Duration
3 nights
Locations
London Victoria, Keighley & Worth Valley Railway, Settle Carlisle Railway, Princes Risborough
A wooden jetty extends into a calm lake, with two people standing near the end. Ripples spread across the water, and tree branches frame the right side. Distant hills are visible under a hazy sky.

HIGHLIGHT

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People relax and swim at a sandy beach surrounded by rocky cliffs and clear blue water under a sunny sky. Green hills rise in the background.

Cornwall

3 nights

Duration
3 nights
Locations
London Victoria, West Somerset Railway, St Erth, East Somerset Railway
Rolling green hills dotted with grazing cows under an overcast sky, with scattered trees and hedgerows, and distant hills shrouded in mist in the background.

Wales

3 nights

Duration
3 nights
Locations
London Victoria, Haverfordwest, Barmouth, Kingham
A small boat moves across calm blue water near a rocky coastline with green vegetation and a few white houses on a hill under a clear sky.

Cornwall & Wales

6 nights

Duration
6 nights
Locations
London Victoria, West Somerset Railway, St Erth, East Somerset Railway, Haverfordwest, Barmouth, Kingham
A small group of sheep, including lambs, stand on a rural gravel road beside a grassy field. In the background, there are farm buildings and leafless trees under a soft, golden sky.

The Lake District & Wales

6 nights

Duration
6 nights
Locations
London Victoria, Keighley & Worth Valley Railway, Settle Carlisle Railway, Princes Risborough, Haverfordwest, Barmouth, Kingham

Accommodation

From the privacy of your suite, admire the English and Welsh countryside through your window as it changes hues. Then, turn your eye to beautiful interiors that reflect both the landscape and playful quirks of British design.

Grand Suites

Size:

9.6m²

Sleeps:

Up to 2 guests

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Suites – Double

Size:

6.2m²

Sleeps:

Up to 2 guests

Suites – Twin

Size:

6.2m²

Sleeps:

Up to 2 guests

Wellbeing

A person in swimming trunks dives off a wooden jetty into a small pond, surrounded by grassy hills and misty countryside with a modern building in the background.

The Wellbeing Suite aboard the Britannic Explorer offers an opportunity for restoration and rejuvenation, while our off-board excursions focus on mindfulness, movement and adventure.

Dining Curated by Simon Rogan

A man with tattoos wearing a white shirt stands and smiles in front of a blue train carriage on a sunny day.

During off-board private dining experiences and within on-board menus by culinary curator Simon Rogan, we focus on local provenance and produce through a farm-to-fork approach.

Train travel has long been a symbol of exploration and discovery. Once a national cue to freedom and opportunity, this luxuriously slow mode of transportation was filled with unexpected discoveries and encounters along the way.

The Britannic Explorer, featuring lovingly restored Mark III carriages, pays homage to Britain’s pioneering legacy in train travel and Britain’s drive to design, create and discover.

Experiences

Two people lie on the grass under a large tree by a calm lake, surrounded by leafless trees. One person points upwards, while sunlight filters through the branches, creating a peaceful, serene atmosphere.

Our unique off-board experiences – ideal for a weekend getaway from London or a deep-dive into the UK’s most historic and cultural gems – are carefully curated to celebrate Britain’s beauty with expert guides and exclusive access.

The Train

A luxurious vintage train carriage interior with large windows, cream curtains, patterned flooring, plush sofas, plants, and decorative cushions, creating an elegant and cosy atmosphere while the scenery blurs outside.

Lavish yet laid-back, our country house on wheels is the best of British contemporary design, innovative cuisine and wellness – where creative spirits can connect in plush surroundings.

Celebrations

Perfect for family get-togethers, large groups of friends, jaw-dropping corporate incentive experiences and milestone special occasions, the group celebration of a lifetime awaits aboard the Britannic Explorer.

Special Occasions

A woman in a light blue blazer smiles and playfully holds a martini glass with a lemon twist in front of her face, standing indoors near a table with stacked mats.

Be it a birthday, a civil wedding ceremony or a retirement party, revel in style with your loved ones on a modern and lively train that celebrates the past, present and future of British spirit.

Exclusive Use

A cosy, upholstered bench sits by a large window on a train. Light curtains are gathered at the sides, and potted plants and lamps are on a nearby table. Outside, a sunlit rural landscape stretches into the distance.

Leave the office behind: there is nothing like a shared adventure to bring people together.