Manufactured in 1941 its combined weight (Locomotive and Tender) is 151 tons. When originally sent to be scrapped it had travelled nearly one million miles. The locomotive was 'rescued' from the scrapyard in 1973 and restored to full working order.

The buffet serves snacks such as Sausage Rolls, Sandwiches, Tea, Coffee and cold drinks both alcoholic and non-alcoholic. If you want tea or coffee to carry back to your seat whilst the train is travelling at speed then you definitely want lids for the cups.

There is something very relaxing about having food and drink on a train.

It was obvious that many people travelling on this train had been on other trips and were intending to go again. I can now understand just how they feel.

The rolling stock, apparently, dates from the 1950s.

Yet another chance to look at the locomotive so heads pop out all the way along the train.

We were soon on our way again listening to the rapid pulse of the exhaust as we picked up speed.

Luxury picnic hampers are available in both the First Class and Standard Class coaches, as an alternative to the Premier Dining option, but must be ordered in advance before you travel.

All meals served on The Cathedrals Express are prepared in this Kitchen Coach.

Treat yourself - you know you deserve it!