To celebrate the Coronation of King Charles III in style, the Midland Pullman will operate a special “King’s Coronation” rail tour on Coronation Day, Monday, 8th May 2023 with a luxury journey from London to South Wales and return.
The journey will depart from London Paddington and guests will enjoy the best of British food while taking a scenic route through Bath and Newport before returning via Chepstow and Gloucestershire to Paddington.
During the journey, vocal harmony trio The Spitfire Sisters will take guests back to the nostalgic 30s and 40s and there will be further entertainment by one of the UK’s finest close-up magicians, the award-winning Peter Mehtab, who has performed for King Charles III.
Guests can choose two from different ticket options:
- Dining: Guests opting for the fine dining option will enjoy a seven-course ‘Best of British’ menu for £500 per ticket.
- First Class: Guests can choose from a snacking selection of local produce to enjoy on their journey, including Bucks Fizz and a glass of wine from vineyards that proudly carry the royal warrant for £200 per ticket.
There will also be an onboard raffle and auction in aid of the Railway Children charity, with a range of prizes to celebrate the Coronation and the railway. Railway Children is an international charity that works to reach children living on the streets in the UK, India, and East Africa.
The full experience has been kindly donated by Locomotive Services Limited but places are limited. Tickets can be booked via the Railway Children website at https://www.railwaychildren.org.uk/get-involved/pullman/
Further information about the Railway Children charity is available online at www.railwaychildren.org.uk
Jack Miller, Railway Children’s Group Director of Fundraising said: “The whole country will be marking the historic occasion of King Charles III’s coronation and we are delighted to the Midland Pullman will be part of the celebration.
“What better way to spend the very special bank holiday than on one of our finest steam trains, taking in the glorious British countryside, enjoying the very best of British food whilst being entertained by some incredible acts.
“We are grateful for the generosity of Locomotive Services Limited who have kindly donated both the train and the two experiences. By choosing to celebrate the coronation this way, those who join us will not only have an incredible day to remember but will be supporting Railway Children’s mission to protect vulnerable children in the UK, India and Tanzania.”
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