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Sit back, relax and take in the beautiful British countryside

Can you imagine sitting in a train carriage, listening to the steam engine powering you through the beautiful British countryside with a rush of nostalgia filling your body?

If this sounds as great to you as it does to us, then Vintage Trains is an ideal day out in the Midlands for you and the whole family!

Vintage Trains offer a range of steam trains which run on Britain’s mainline railway, so you can travel up to Llandudno, Skegness, York and many more locations across the country. There are so many routes to choose between, that wherever you fancy going, we're sure you'll find the perfect option with Vintage Trains!

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Shakespeare Express: Stratford to Birmingham (Return)

If you’re after a bit of history, culture and gorgeous rolling countryside, then a trip on ‘The Shakespeare Express’, which runs between Birmingham to Stratford-upon-Avon would be ideal for you.

Explore the beautiful town of Stratford and visit The Royal Shakespeare Theatre, Shakespeare's Birthplace Trust or sail down the River Avon on a river cruise with Avon Boating.

The journey back home will be full of conversation about your experience, and perhaps even plans to book another trip to a different location. We're sure the day will be a hit with the whole family.

Don't miss out on this great family day out, get your Vintage Trains tickets here and have them delivered instantly via email or SMS!

Shakespeare Express: Birmingham to Stratford (Return)

Enjoy the Warwickshire countryside on your journey to Stratford-Upon-Avon when you board the return Shakespeare Express from Birmingham

Available to 31 August 2025

Shakespeare Express: Stratford to Birmingham (Return)

Enjoy the Warwickshire countryside on your journey to Birmingham when you board the return Shakespeare Express from Stratford-Upon-Avon

Available to 31 August 2025

From Birmingham: The Mayflower

Enjoy the ultimate journey for steam enthusiasts as you travel from Birmingham to Plymouth over the South Devon banks in both directions!

Available to 6 September 2025

From Worcs, Leics or Derby: Shakespeare Express Return

Enjoy a vintage steam train ride from Derby, Leicester or Worcester to Stratford-upon-Avon on The Shakespeare Express! Suitable for ages 5+

Available to 17 August 2025

From Birmingham: The Cathedrals Express

Travel from Birmingham to Swansea and enjoy a scenic steam train journey passing rolling countrysides and beautiful Cathedrals

Available from 5 July 2025 to 5 July 2025

From Stratford-upon-Avon: Sunday Lunch on The Shakespeare Express

Enjoy Sunday Lunch in Stratford-upon-Avon on The Shakespeare Express with Vintage Trains!

Available to 31 August 2025

From Birmingham: Breakfast & Afternoon Tea on The Shakespeare Express

Enjoy a full-day adventure with Vintage Trains in Birmingham when you enjoy an English breakfast followed by Afternoon Tea on The Shakespeare Express

Available to 31 August 2025

From Birmingham: Afternoon Tea on The Shakespeare Express

Enjoy a stream train experience from Birmingham to Stratford-upon-Avon featuring a fantastic Afternoon Tea on The Shakespeare Express!

Available to 31 August 2025

From Derby to Stratford: The Shakespeare Express

Enjoy a vintage steam train ride from Derby to Stratford-upon-Avon on The Shakespeare Express! Suitable for ages 5+

Available to 3 August 2025

From Birmingham: The Western Mountaineer

Enjoy the challenging gradient of the Shap as you discover Carlisle via steam train with Vintage Trains!

Available to 2 July 2025

From Birmingham: The Cathedrals Express to Newcastle

Board The Cathedrals Express this October and enjoy a charming, scenic journey from the Midlands to Newcastle on a Castle Class locomotive!

Available to 18 October 2025
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