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Vintage Trains: The Cathedrals Express to Newcastle

Head to a train station near you this October and board The Cathedrals Express from Birmingham to Newcastle!

• Date: 18th October 2025
• Age Restrictions: Suitable for all ages! Under 18's must be accompanied by an adult. 
• Depart from Birmingham New Street, Coleshill Parkway, Tamworth, Burton-on-Trent, Derby or York
• Get comfortable in your 1950's or 1960's seat and admire the unparalleled views of Birmingham's countryside
• Head North East to the Cathedral city of Newcastle
• Take the rare opportunity to see a Castle Class locomotive operation far away from their home of South West England
• Arrive in Newcastle around 12:45
• Enjoy ample time to explore the city
• Visit Newcastle Castle, The Great North Museum, St James' Park or Centre for Life, a museum unlike any other!
• Discover Newcastle's heritage and history as the city dates back to the 2nd Century AD
• Depart Newcastle at 16:25 and enjoy a charming, scenic journey home to a station of your choice
• Pullman Class: Enjoy seating in one of the original Pullman Cars! Guaranteed tables of two can be booked for a supplement of £10 per person, subject to availability.
• Tourist Class: Seating arranged at tables of 4 in one of the Tourist coaches. 

The Cathedrals Express to Newcastle: Departure Locations & Times:

• Birmingham New Street: Departs at 7am, Returns at 22:00
• Coleshill Parkway: Departs at 7:20am, Returns at 21:40
• Tamworth: Departs at 7:40am, Returns at 21:20
• Burton-on-Trent: Departs at 7:55am, Returns at 21:05
• Derby: Departs at 8:35am, Returns at 20:35
• York: Departs at 11:15am, Returns at 17:55

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