Step aboard the East Lancashire Railway (ELR) this season and treat your senses to a dining experience like no other.
From the elegance of traditional steam train dining to quirky novelty themes and indulgent drink tasting events, there’s something for every palate and occasion.
Heritage Dining
The Lancastrian Lunch, taking place exclusively on Sunday’s, is a refined daytime journey featuring a sparkling welcome drink, a silver-served three-course meal and coffee with an after-dinner chocolate. With a personal waiter or waitress attending to every detail, you can sit back, relax, and enjoy timeless elegance on the move.
The Midweek Luncheon offers a relaxed yet indulgent dining experience, perfect for a leisurely afternoon escape. Enjoy a freshly prepared two-course meal crafted with care, followed by coffee and a sweet chocolate treat. Attentive table service throughout ensures a smooth and memorable journey.
Afternoon Tea aboard ELR is a charming treat served in vintage style. Delight in a selection of finger sandwiches, homemade scones and handcrafted patisserie, all freshly prepared by local chefs at Delicious Catering. Unlimited tea and coffee flow throughout as you unwind in comfort, soaking up the nostalgic atmosphere of a classic rail journey.
Dining with a Twist
Murder Mystery Evenings serve up a thrilling blend of fine dining and immersive drama. Steam through the Irwell Valley as award-winning After Dark Entertainment leads you through a suspense-filled whodunnit you won’t forget.
Comedy Nights brings your favourite on-screen moments to life with nonstop laughs and lively entertainment. Enjoy fine dining in luxurious Pullman-style carriages as our iconic steam locomotive carries you through a night full of fun and excitement.
Onboard Drink Tasting Experiences
Gin Tasting Evenings take you on a flavourful journey through the world of botanicals, guided by gin experts from Kwoff. Enjoy a gin liqueur and Prosecco welcome, followed by a paired four-course meal featuring exquisite gins and garnishes at every stage.
Wine Tasting Evenings offer a refined journey of flavour, pairing selected wines with a sumptuous four-course, silver-served meal. With coffee, chocolate, and dedicated service throughout, you can sit back, sip, and savour every moment in style.
Mike Kelly, Chairman at ELR, says: “We are proud to be able to offer a dining experience to suit everyone’s taste at the railway.
“There’s nothing quite like enjoying exceptional food and drink while travelling through the stunning Irwell Valley – it’s a true celebration of heritage, hospitality, and our beautiful local landscape.”
Visit www.eastlancsrailway.org.uk for more info and to book your unforgettable experience before it’s too late.
