Summertime train story

VIRGIN TRAINS has combined with Statesman Rail to introduce “a summertime experience of the romance of the railways past and present”.  Passengers are able enjoy the contrasts of modern 125-mph tilting trains and vintage steam locomotives on the busy West Coast Main Line.  The steam-hauled train will travel from Lancaster and Preston to Appleby and Carlisle via the scenic Settle and Carlisle railway, operating every Wednesday until 9 September.  Due to demand an additional service on Wednesday 23 September has been added to the timetable.  The Pendolino used on the return journey are fully air-conditioned and have power points to enable passengers to charge electrical gadgets.  Most trains are Wi-Fi enabled and have enhanced mobile phone reception.  Alternatively, if you would prefer some restful time there is a quiet coach on all trains. www.golakes.co.uk

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