SpotatrainSpotatrain
Illustration: A steam locomotive at a snowy heritage station platform with railfans taking photos
Illustration, not a photo of this event.

Steam special

The White Cliffs Christmas Lunch — Steam Dreams

  • Run by Steam Dreams
  • London Victoria — London, England, United Kingdom

Next: Dec 15, 2026 · Sold out

A steam-hauled festive lunch excursion from London Victoria through Kent to Canterbury and Dover, run by Steam Dreams.

Updated

See everything in England1 spot · 10 live cams · 4 experiences · 172 events

Next edition

Dec 15, 2026

Sold out

Lunchtime excursion. Leaves London Victoria about 11:00 and returns about 16:35. Timings are approximate.

From £195 (as published by the operator)

Book on the official siteAdd to calendar (.ics)Google Calendar

About this event

Steam Dreams runs this circular lunchtime journey from London Victoria through Kent, passing the North Downs, the River Medway and the North Kent coast towards Canterbury, then across the Kent Downs to Dover and back through the heart of Kent. The operator says the circular tour is steam-hauled throughout and names 70000 Britannia as the rostered locomotive.

Pullman Dining includes a glass of chilled Champagne with canapés and a multi-course festive lunch with half a bottle of wine per person; a non-dining First Class is also sold, where guests may bring a picnic.

What to expect

A circular lunchtime trip through Kent, with the Pullman Dining lunch served at your table. First Class includes tea, coffee and a welcome drink.

Practical info

Boards at London Victoria, with a pick-up at Bromley South. The operator says the named locomotive cannot be guaranteed and may be substituted for a different engine, and that all timings are approximate and may change. Reservations: +44 (0) 1483 209 888.

Where it happens

Skip map
Map content ends

Spots and live cams nearby

Where to watch trains within 100 km of London.

Frequently asked questions

Where does the White Cliffs lunch train leave from?▾
London Victoria, with a pick-up at Bromley South, according to the operator.
Is the trip steam-hauled?▾
The operator says it is steam-hauled throughout; the named locomotive cannot be guaranteed.
Where does the route go?▾
Through Kent via the North Downs and the River Medway towards Canterbury, across the Kent Downs to Dover and back through the heart of Kent.
Can I bring my own picnic?▾
In First Class (non-dining), yes; tea, coffee and a welcome drink are complimentary.

Sources

Dates checked on Oct 18, 2026 from the official site: steamdreams.co.uk. Schedules can change — always confirm with the operator before you travel.

Official website: steamdreams.co.uk

More steam & special excursions in England