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Step back in time on board one of our heritage carriages,
as we travel along Britain’s scenic mainline to an exciting destination of your choice

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Our customers just love to travel in authentic heritage carriages; others have a real passion for the locomotives, steam or diesel. Many travel with us time and time again – we’d love to welcome you on board too!

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ABOUT US

Pathfinder Tours prides itself as one of the nation’s leading names in UK rail travel by special train.

WHY CHOOSE PATHFINDER TOURS TO TRAVEL WITH?

Pathfinder Tours prides itself as one of the nation’s leading names in UK rail travel by special train. We organise up to 40 day excursions every year, as well as a number of weekend trips, travelling to many interesting destinations and events.

Some customers just love to travel in our comfortable carriages; others have a real passion for the locomotives, steam or diesel. Many travel with us time and time again – we’d love to welcome you on board too!

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TRAVELLING WITH MOBILITY EQUIPMENT 

We are happy to welcome aboard customers who have mobility equipment that requires storing on the train. As storage space is limited, the equipment must be foldable or demountable. We recommend lightweight equipment be brought to facilitate this. Please note that we do not carry any equipment for loan purposes on the trains – please bring along that which will make your day out manageable.

Often, we only have very limited stopping time at the stations – usually 2 to 3 minutes. Stewards are there to welcome all passengers onto the train and may not have the time to assist every individual who has equipment to manoeuvre. Travelling with a companion who can help you on and off the train would be beneficial.

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BOOK WITH CONFIDENCE

To operate our main line excursions Pathfinder Tours uses these professional train operating companies (TOC’s)…

DB Cargo (DB)

Direct Rail Services (DRS)

GB Railfreight (GBRf)

each of which is owned by a respected national or international parent company.

Bookings can be made with us in the knowledge that each excursion is run with your safety and welfare as the absolute priority.

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Pathfinder Tours prides itself as one of the nation’s leading names in UK rail travel by special train. We organise up to 40 day excursions every year, as well as a number of weekend trips, travelling to many interesting destinations and events.

Some customers just love to travel in our comfortable carriages; others have a real passion for the locomotives, steam or diesel. Many travel with us time and time again – we’d love to welcome you on board too!

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As warmer days approach, why not plan a Spring adventure? Join us on Saturday, 1st March 2025, for the Settle and Carlisle Spring Express.This unforgettable journey takes you over the iconic 24-arch Ribblehead Viaduct, offering stunning panoramic views of the Three Peaks. With no leaves on the trees, you'll enjoy clear, far-reaching vistas from the comfort of your seat.Traveling in Premier Dining? Indulge in a delicious six-course evening meal on the return journey.For more details and to book your place, visit http://www.pathfindertours.co.uk/.../settle-and-carlisle or call 01453 835414#settleandcarlislerailway #pathfinderrailtours #pathfindertours ... See MoreSee Less
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UPDATE: The Verney Venturer- Saturday 15th February 2025BARNT GREEN will no longer feature as a joining station for this tour. Instead we are happy to announce we will now be picking up and setting down at NORTHFIELD station. Those who were booked to join with us at Barnt Green have been contacted separately. Please see the updated leaflet with the estimated timings. There is still availability in both Standard and First Class, so don't miss out on your opportunity to join us on our first tour of 2025! To book please visit our website https://www.pathfindertours.co.uk/events/the-verney-venturer/ or call the booking office on 01453 835414. ... See MoreSee Less
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