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Retro Southend Airshow Daytripper
Leeds to Southend Central - Saturday 28 May 2011
(If you prefer to visit London see our Retro Capital Daytripper)

The following timings are now confirmed:

  Outward (dep) Return (arr)
Leeds  05:25 23:27
Dewsbury  05:43 23:10
Huddersfield 06:04 22:56
Stalybridge 06:47 22:26
Guide Bridge 07:04 22:14
Reddish South 07:20 21:56
Stockport 07:42 21:49
Stoke-on-Trent 08:25 21:05
Southend Central 13:14a 16:05d

Train Information.

We have made a request for a pair of Class 31 locomotives supplied by British American Railway Services Ltd to haul this tour.

The train will consist of Standard, First and Premier Dining accommodation.

A buffet will be available serving a wide range of food and drink, including real ale. 

Standard Class

These traditional, comfy British Rail coaches are ideal for a day out. Seating in standard class are arranged in bays of four, the majority with tables. 

First Class

If you want a little extra luxury, First class is perfect. The coaches feature spacious, well padded seats, and will make your trip that bit more special! For a supplement of £15 per person, a "table for two" can be reserved, giving you a table to yourself - ideal for couples!

Premier Dining

This includes a First Class seat, breakfast and a 3-course evening meal. Also there will be an at-seat service providing complementary tea and coffee throughout the journey. We can be flexible with requirements for children, please call us to enquire.

A menu is available in both Word format andPDF format.

Fares

From all points to Southend  
Standard Class  (Adult) £59.00
Standard Class  (Child)  £39.00
     
First Class  (Adult) £94.00
First Class (Child) £70.00
     

Fares are available on board, cash only.

'Part fares'

If you are interested in booking from London to Southend please see ourmini tour page.

Part fares (Standard Class only) will also be available between individual stations in the north, these will be £5 one way between any two adjacent pick-up points, eg Leeds to Dewsbury.

Part fares are payable on board, cash only.

Thorpe Bay option

Rail enthusiasts may be interested to know that this tour is expected to continue to Thorpe Bay station, you are welcome to remain on the train beyond Southend, to Thorpe Bay, if you wish. Our arrival time is booked for 13:23 and departure from Thorne Bay is scheduled for 15:55.

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