Wensleydale Railway has announced the introduction of the ‘Wensleydale Fryer’, its new lunchtime fish-and-chips dining train to Leyburn.

Passengers can experience a scenic journey through the Yorkshire Dales whilst enjoying locally-supplied fish and chips, mushy peas, bread and butter plus unlimited tea or coffee served at your table. As an alternative to cod and chips, there will also be the option of sausage and chips and gluten-free fish and chips.

The service will begin on Saturday 22 April, with the heritage diesel-hauled train travelling from Leeming Bar to Leyburn.

Passengers will be seated in an open coach at their own table, set for between one and four people. Larger parties will have two tables each side of the centre aisle. The railway’s volunteer staff will serve the food and a bar service will also be available. On arrival at Leyburn, passengers will have time for a short comfort break and to stretch their legs before boarding the train for the return journey to Leeming Bar.

The train will depart Leeming Bar at 13:30, with the journey lasting around two hours.

Unfortunately the railway’s vintage coaches do not currently have access for wheelchair users. If you have mobility impairments, please let staff know at the time of booking and they will do their best to allocate a table close to the access door.

The Wensleydale Railway is a heritage railway serving the local community, offering tourists, families and transport enthusiasts a day out in the Yorkshire Dales. It operates heritage diesel train services between Scruton in the Vale of Mowbray and Leyburn on the outskirts of the spectacular Yorkshire Dales National Park. It has award-winning, restored historic stations where visitors can learn more about 1900s railway life, and offers free guided tours with costumed living history interpreters.

The cost is £30 per adult and £12 for children and includes the rail ticket. Places are limited and booking is essential. For more information and to book:

• visit the Wensleydale Railway website
• email [email protected]
• phone 01677 425 805

Martin Cleaver, Director of Wensleydale Railway plc, said, “We are always looking for ways to showcase our railway to visitors and provide a great day out for all the family. Combining traditional fish and chips with a train journey through spectacular Dales scenery, the Wensleydale Fryer is a perfect way to spend a Saturday afternoon!”