Enjoy an exciting day out by steam and save £20pp with The Railway Touring Company and Sainsbury’s magazine.

Brighten up your Spring with a memorable day out combining the excitement of travelling by steam, scenic routes and great places to visit.

Relive the golden age of rail travel on board one of The Railway Touring Company’s steam specials.  Simply choose your rail adventure from dozens of departures around the country, step on board, relax and enjoy the journey.

Settle & Carlise Line

Dramatic routes include the world-famous Settle & Carlisle Line, featuring breathtaking views of the Three Peaks and the Ribblehead Viaduct, the Cumbrian Coast, with its cliff top panoramas across the Irish Sea, and the rugged Peak District. 

Great destinations

Spring destinations include historic York, Shakespeare’s Stratford upon Avon, pretty Buxton, Roman Chester, atmospheric Whitby and fascinating Edinburgh.  For a breath of sea air head for Eastbourne, Exeter, Plymouth or to Cornwall to visit picturesque Fowey or Charlestown.

Valentine’s adventures

This Valentine’s Day, treat someone you love to a romantic journey by steam.  Why not dine on board to make the day extra special?

Travel options including on board dining

The Railway Touring Company offers three travel options: 

1. Standard includes a reserved seat usually at a table for four with refreshments available to purchase or the option of taking your own picnic. 
2. First Class includes brunch served at your seat and a light meal in the afternoon. 
3. Premier Dining includes a full English breakfast and a four-course dinner freshly prepared on board and silver served at your linen clad table.

Visit The Railway Touring Company’s website where there is a steam adventure just waiting for you!

Terms and conditions: Offer open to Sainsbury’s Magazine readers and up to five guests. Discount cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer, promotion or existing booking. Discount for day trips, subject to availability, booked by 28 February 2026. This offer holds no monetary value. The Railway Touring Company’s Standard Conditions of Booking and Travel apply – see brochure or website for details. Code SMC must be quoted at time of booking.