Luxury Steam on the Shakespeare Express

Luxury Steam on the Shakespeare Express

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Luxury Steam on the Shakespeare Express

4 Days Starting and ending in Nottingham, UK

Visiting: Nottingham, Peak District, Stratford-upon-Avon

Tour operator:

Leger Holidays

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Physical rating:

Low

Trip Styles:

Luxury

Activities:

Sightseeing, Walking

Tour Overview

Embark on a luxurious journey aboard the Shakespeare Express, a steam train adventure through the heart of the UK. Your four-day escape begins with a stay at the Delta by Marriott Nottingham Belfry, where you'll enjoy delightful dinners. Explore the charming market town of Bakewell and the historic Chatsworth House, home to the Dukes of Devonshire. The highlight of your trip is a scenic ride in Pullman Class to Stratford-upon-Avon, complete with a light brunch and afternoon tea. Discover the birthplace of William Shakespeare with a guided walking tour and free time to explore. Conclude your days with relaxing evenings back at the hotel, savoring the perfect blend of history, culture, and comfort.

Highlights

  • Bakewell, a quaint market town in the Peak District, known for its Bakewell pudding.

  • Explore the stunning Chatsworth House and its beautiful gardens.

  • Travel in style on the Shakespeare Express steam train to Stratford-upon-Avon.

  • Enjoy a walking tour of Stratford-upon-Avon, the birthplace of William Shakespeare.

  • Relax in Pullman Class seats with a light brunch and afternoon tea served on the train.

Places You'll See

Sunrise View Of A Narrowboat In Stratford Upon Avon, Uk

Beautiful 15Th Century Almshouses In The Historic Town Of Stratford Upon Avon, Uk

Itinerary

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Day 1

Location: Nottingham

Accommodation Name: Delta by Marriott Nottingham Belfry

Meals Included: Dinner

Make your own way to the hotel. Enjoy dinner this evening.

Day 2 Bakewell & Chatsworth House

Location: Peak District

Accommodation Name: Delta by Marriott Nottingham Belfry

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

This morning, we head to the quaint market town of Bakewell, set in the Peak District and known for its Bakewell pudding. The town sits on the banks of the River Wye, which is a pleasure to stroll along. As is taking a meander through the lovely streets in and around the town, home to some charming shops and tearooms. After our visit, we continue to Chatsworth House for an afternoon visit.



Home to the Dukes of Devonshire for many generations, the land was purchased by Elizabeth and William Cavendish in 1549 for £600. This was the home of Elizabeth, Countess of Shrewsbury, better known as Bess of Hardwick. During her lifetime, she married four times and rose to a position of great power and wealth. In 1547, she married William Cavendish, Treasurer of the King’s Chamber. They had eight children and made Chatsworth their home. A later marriage to George Talbot, 6th Earl of Shrewsbury, in 1567 saw Bess become Countess of Shrewsbury. Over the following generations, the house was transformed into what we see today.





On arrival, there is plenty of time to explore this stunning house and gardens, along with it’s well stocked gift shop and café. We return to our hotel for dinner this evening.

Day 3 The Shakespeare Express & Stratford-Upon-Avon With Walking Tour

Location: Stratford-upon-Avon

Accommodation Name: Delta by Marriott Nottingham Belfry

Meals Included: Breakfast

We travel to Derby station by coach, where we board our steam train to Stratford-upon-Avon. Sit back and relax in the comfort of your Pullman Class seat as later this morning you will be served a light brunch at your table.

After this delightful journey, we steam into Stratford-upon-Avon station in style. Upon arrival, we head off with Blue Badge guides on an informative walking tour, followed by free time to explore this very popular town. Steeped in culture and over 800 years of history, set on the banks of the River Avon, this medieval market town is famously the birthplace of William Shakespeare, born here in 1564 in a half-timbered house on Henley Street.

At the end of the afternoon, we return to the station to reboard the train and relax once again into those comfortable Pullman Class seats. On the return journey, you will enjoy an afternoon tea served once again to your table whilst relaxing in style, as the train makes it way back to Derby station. On arrival into the station mid evening, our coach transfers us back to our hotel.



On our return to the hotel, there will be an included light supper laid on with tea and coffee.

Please note: On the steam train, you will be sat in Pullman seats at tables for four. A limited number of tables for two are available at a supplement of £20 per table, subject to availability.

Day 4

Location: Nottingham

Accommodation Name: Delta by Marriott Nottingham Belfry

Meals Included: Breakfast

After a leisurely breakfast, it is time to depart the hotel for home.

What's Included

  • Visit to Bakewell and Chatsworth House

    Enjoy a visit to the quaint market town of Bakewell and an afternoon visit to the historic Chatsworth House.

  • Steam Train Journey on The Shakespeare Express

    Experience a steam train journey from Derby station to Stratford-upon-Avon in Pullman Class seats.

  • Walking Tour of Stratford-upon-Avon

    Participate in an informative walking tour of Stratford-upon-Avon with Blue Badge guides.

  • Coach Transfers

    Coach transfers are provided from the hotel to Derby station and back.

What's Not Included

  • Travel to the Hotel

    Make your own way to the hotel at the start of the tour.

  • Supplement for Tables for Two on the Steam Train

    A limited number of tables for two are available at a supplement of £20 per table, subject to availability.

Mode of Transport

Travel includes a coach transfer to Derby station, where you board a steam train to Stratford-upon-Avon, enjoying Pullman Class seating with meals served at your table.

Accommodation

You will stay for three nights at the Delta by Marriott Nottingham Belfry.

Check out our Q&As

  • What type of accommodation is provided during the tour?

    You will stay for three nights at the Delta by Marriott Nottingham Belfry.

  • What can I expect during the visit to Bakewell and Chatsworth House?

    In Bakewell, you can enjoy strolling along the River Wye and exploring charming shops and tearooms. At Chatsworth House, you will have time to explore the stunning house and gardens, as well as visit the gift shop and café.

  • What is included in the journey on the Shakespeare Express?

    During the journey on the Shakespeare Express, you will travel in Pullman Class seats and be served a light brunch on the way to Stratford-upon-Avon. On the return journey, you will enjoy an afternoon tea served at your table.

  • Is there a guided tour in Stratford-upon-Avon?

    Yes, upon arrival in Stratford-upon-Avon, there is an informative walking tour with Blue Badge guides, followed by free time to explore the town.

  • Are there any additional costs for seating on the steam train?

    Yes, there is a supplement of £20 per table for a limited number of tables for two, subject to availability.

  • How long has the tour company been trading?

    40 years

  • Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?

    Sole use of your own room on all Single Traveller holidays: means you still get your privacy and time out from the group.

  • Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?

    Yes

  • Battlefield Tours - Will it be possible to visit a particular cemetery whilst on the tour?

    Please contact us and we will check to see whether you can visit a particular cemetery on any of our Battlefield Tours, if we are not able to fit it into our itinerary then you could take some time out of the tour and do this independently by taxi or public transport.

  • What policies are in place for Covid-19?

    Please contact us for latest Covid-19 policies

Reviews of this operator

Gary White (Google Reviewer)  

Just got back from a...

27-May-2024

Just got back from a holiday with leger holidays to callea spain which my wife done as a surprise for my 60th and wedding anniversary together my wife and i had a great time the coach journey there was excellent regular stops for toilet breaks and a stretch. Our two drivers Geoff and katrina were brilliant serving regular drinks and making the trip pleasant all the people on the coach were pleasant the hotel in spain was so nice the best we've stayed in lovely staff lovely bar the guy at the bar was great really friendly nice room. Overall our journey there and our return journey was brill the only thing that was not good at all was the ibis hotel on the return journey the room was horrible not a nice breakfast not polite French staff. Not really interested in trying to speak some english if i was leger should try and use a different hotel. Once again a big thank you to Geoff and katrina well done guys for making our holiday lovely. Hope to see you on another holiday soon

Will (Google Reviewer)  

I went on the 4...

05-Jan-2024

I went on the 4 countries trip and swiss glacier express and overall it was a great trip. The coach I was on was silver service, it was tidy had nice seats and other accessories such as charging points and headsets which was very handy. The drivers Alex and Dave were fantastic, very kind, funny and respectful throughout the whole trip and a pleasure to talk to. The excursions were very pleasant and all ran very smoothly. The hotels were decent and offered a good service. I overall very much recommend leger holidays.

Sally Matson  

Excellent customer service

10-Jan-2023

Booked our ‘Christmas in Austria & Scenic Trains of the Tyrol’ through George on the customer Helpline. Nothing was too much trouble, everything clearly & patiently explained. He even had permission to log in on his day off to finalise the sale! A charming and helpful young person and a credit to the company.

Euan Donald (Google Reviewer)  

Been on two tours now...

10-Oct-2023

Been on two tours now the “D Day beaches” and “ All Quiet on the Western Front” tour of the Somme and Ypres. Both four days in total, two travelling and two on the site of the various battles. This is outstanding value for money, picked up from Carlisle , Cumbria and literally looked after all the way through the tours. The coaches are great and the accommodation spot on . The guides are very knowledgeable ( Mark Hope brilliant guy)and the bus drivers professional . Absolutely fantastic .

Remon Wanis (Google Reviewer)  

We have been working with...

05-Aug-2024

We have been working with them for nearly a year now as Sussex Airports Taxis, and they offer the best customer service ever. All their customers are always happy when they return from their holidays. We look forward to continuing our partnership for many more years to come.

William Olley (Google Reviewer)  

I recently went on a...

21-Aug-2024

I recently went on a coach holiday with this company. Everything was on time but there can be traffic hold ups with jams and roadworks! The coach was comfortable and the driver stopped for rest periods. The hotel was a 3 star close to a spectacular beach and was adequate. The catering was excellent! I went on the excursions included in the package and visited some lovely places.

Gordon Price (Google Reviewer)  

just returned from Italian holiday....

21-Jul-2024

just returned from Italian holiday. It was great spoilt a little by the high temperature even Ledger can't control that. The only real thing to spoil the trip was one of the hotels. The Krystall hotel in Diano Marina was terrible the room was dire with cracks in shower bogged up shower fittings noe control for AC end so on. The food was very poor, limited choice luke warm food on cold plates. After 4 evening meals (3 or four courses) we were only able to remember 2 we enjoyed. Breakfast was poor no bread except for hard rolls. No fresh fruit if you liked cake for breakfast you were good. If this is a 3 star hotel Italian standards have fallen which I don't think they have. Ledger brochure states "some of Europes most fascinating unique hotels" for Luxuria trips. This hotel should be removed from your list at once. The holiday was other wise good I cannot praise your coach crew too to much they were excellent. A highlight of the trip was the return trip through the swiss alps. It was superb and deserves mention in your holiday iteniary description.

Hilary Jackson (Google Reviewer)  

I recently went on a...

12-Jun-2024

I recently went on a 4 night tour to Scarborough. Driver was great hotel superb. My criticism is too many destinations crammed into day excursion. Example visit to Flamborough head stop for 1 hour it was teeming nobody got off coach but even if fine pointless. Then on to Bridlington coach Park 1.5 ml from centre. Most people are hard pressed to get to center & back in 1.5 hours pointless. Incidentally if Leger paid a permit they could alight us in the resort. Very bad logistics. On to Whitby with a decent stop should have taken us there & bypassed the other stops. I will not go with them again. I will source a better holiday with excursions to one place only.

Suzanne Maylin (Google Reviewer)  

Having returned from a fabulous...

24-Sep-2024

Having returned from a fabulous tour of Austria with excellent tour guides/ drivers, it's disappointing to say the least that I'm left chasing a return for an excursion that was cancelled. I called Leger 5 days ago and am still waiting in a call back. Leger if you want to retain customers you need step up on service. Good training , good service costs very little, and once embedded in a company produces more income. I don't suppose anyone from Leger will respond to this, but who knows

aled blackshaw (Google Reviewer)  

just returned from a solos...

25-Mar-2024

just returned from a solos break to valkenburg and rhine valley i enjoyed the break overall although both journeys were considerably longer than expected due to several picks ups. I could have done without the 3 countries meeting point excursion to be honest and the lunch on rhine cruise was very basic. The drivers/couriers were efficient and good humoured and provided free lunch vouchers on the ferry which were much appreciated. I probably would book another break with leger but to somewhere a lot closer to home.

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  • Low Deposit

    Leger Holidays requires a minimum deposit of 20% or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 75 days before departure.

  • Cancellation Policy

    We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of leger holidays charges.

    Up to 56 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.

    At 55 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.

    At 42 days before tour starts: Forfeit 75% of booking price.

    At 21 days before tour starts: Forfeit 90% of booking price.

    At 14 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.

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