From Birmingham: Afternoon Tea on The Shakespeare Express

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Available to 16 June 2025

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Book Vintage Trains tickets for some of the best steam train experiences in Birmingham

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!

Vintage Trains: Afternoon Tea on The Shakespeare Express Steam Train

Enjoy the Great British summer this year with an unforgettable journey aboard The Shakespeare Express and indulge in a delicious Afternoon Tea as you travel from Birmingham Snow Hill and back!

  • Board the train at Birmingham Snow Hill
  • Embark on a scenic 60-mile adventure on a famous steam locomotive
  • Travel in vintage carriages that exude charm and nostalgia
  • Enjoy a delicious Afternoon Tea experience aboard The Shakespeare Express
  • Treat yourself to a selection of finger sandwiches, freshly baked scones with clotted cream and jam and a selection of homemade mini cakes with a side of tea and coffee
  • Stop off at Stratford-upon-Avon and explore Shakespeare's hometown for up to 60 minutes
  • Capture stunning photographs of the train, journey and Stratford-upon-Avon
  • Tourist Class: Seating arranged at tables of 4 in one of the Tourist coaches. 

The Shakespeare Express: Departure Locations & Times:

  • Birmingham Snow Hill: Departure: 14:10. Return: 17:15

Book Shakespeare Express tickets for one of the best steam train rides in Birmingham!

Birmingham New Street Station,
Station Street,
Birmingham,
West Midlands B2 4QA
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Meeting Points:

Please note: The Shakespeare Express picks up at various locations. Please ensure you are attending the correct train station.

  • Birmingham Snow Hill: B3 2BJ

There are multiple seating options with Vintage Trains:

  • Tourist Class: Tables of four
  • Pullman Class: Tables of two or four
  • First Class: In compartments of six and 18 non-dining seats in Pullman around tables of four

If you are travelling in a Tourist Class or Pullman Cars where no restaurant service is offered, then you are more than welcome to bring your own food.

Food is not permitted in First and Pullman Class restaurant cars.

Meeting Points:

Please note: The Shakespeare Express picks up at various locations. Please ensure you are attending the correct train station.

Birmingham to Stratford-upon-Avon (Return):

  • Birmingham Snow Hill: Departure: 14:10. Return: 17:15

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