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Swanage Railway's Dining Services - Wessex Belle & Bistro


• The Wessex Belle

Dine in style behind a historic steam engine through two return trips on the beautiful Purbeck Line. Details of our Services for 2013 have been confirmed, and bookings are now open.

More details here.

• The Wessex Belle Bistro

The Wessex Belle Bistro is an informal diesel-hauled evening service that offers a changing menu. Join and alight at any station on the line. Dine in a luxury carriage or just enjoy a drink at the Royal Wessex Bar. Details of our Services for 2013 have been confirmed, and bookings are now open.

More details here.

(Details of our Sunday Luncheon services for 2013 have been confirmed, and bookings are now open - please see below)

• Sunday Luncheons

What better way to enjoy your Sunday luncheon than on a luxury train travelling through the beautiful Purbeck countryside. View the ruins of iconic Corfe Castle as your roast lunch arrives at your table. Departing from Swanage station at 12:26 the steam-hauled train takes you on two return journeys along the historic and restored Swanage Railway before returning to Swanage at 14:38.

This service runs on selected Sundays only including Mothering Sunday and Father's Day. Booking is available in advance only.

2013 Sunday Luncheon Service Dates are now available. here

The 2013 Sunday Luncheons Menu is now available here.

Booking now open here.

• Corporate Events

The Wessex Belle can be hired for corporate events with the menu tailored to your own requirements.

Please contact us at the address below to discuss your requirements.

Wessex Belle Bookings
Swanage Railway Co Ltd
Station House
Swanage
BH19 1HB
Tel: 01929 475207
(General Enquiries to 01929 425800)

• Station Buffets

Our station buffets offer snacks and beverages.

  • Bird's Nest Swanage
  • Norden Nest at Norden Park & Ride

More details and menus here.

• On-train Buffets

Some scheduled services include an on-train buffet offering cakes, hot and cold drinks. Some trains also have a bar service.

More details and menus here.

Swanage Railway On Train Dining Service Brochure



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This page was last updated 16th April 2013
All photographs are copyright Andrew P.M. Wright
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