The Grand National 2027 by Luxury Train
Experience Britain's greatest horse race in unrivalled style with a private luxury charter aboard the iconic Northern Belle. Combining the glamour of 1930s rail travel with the excitement of the world's most famous steeplechase, this exclusive day excursion offers a memorable journey from Scotland to Aintree Racecourse. The Northern Belle is renowned for its individually hand-crafted Pullman-style carriages, fine dining, silver service, live onboard entertainment and exceptional hospitality. The train accommodates up to 252 guests in beautifully restored carriages inspired by Britain's stately homes and castles.
Guests will enjoy a specially curated Summer Menu luncheon featuring seasonal British produce prepared by the Northern Belle's award-winning culinary team led by Brian Clark, former chef to royalty and world leaders.
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Your Package Includes
✔ Luxury return travel aboard the Northern Belle
✔ Departure from Glasgow Central with boarding available in Carlisle
✔ Champagne welcome reception
✔ Morning tea, coffee and pastries
✔ Seven-course Northern Belle Summer Menu luncheon
✔ Wine served with lunch
✔ Return transfers between Liverpool South Parkway and Aintree Racecourse
✔ Grand National Festival Zone admission
✔ Live onboard entertainment
✔ Evening refreshments and supper service
✔ Dedicated onboard stewards throughout the day
THE GRAND NATIONAL
THE NORTHERN BELLE
ITINERARY
GRANDSTANDS & HOSPITALITY
booking the grand national
Forget crowded roads, busy stations and standard race day travel. Instead, step aboard one of Britain's most luxurious trains and enjoy a truly unforgettable journey to the Randox Grand National.
From the moment you are welcomed onto the Northern Belle's red carpet, you'll be immersed in an atmosphere of elegance, exceptional hospitality and classic British luxury.
As you travel through some of the UK's most beautiful scenery, enjoy Champagne receptions, fine dining, live onboard entertainment and attentive silver service before arriving at Aintree Racecourse for one of the biggest sporting events in the world.
The northern belle
Often described as Britain's most luxurious train, the Northern Belle combines the glamour of the golden age of rail travel with modern comfort and world-class hospitality.
Each carriage is individually designed and inspired by Britain's castles and stately homes, creating an atmosphere unlike any other rail journey in the country.
Relax in beautifully appointed surroundings while enjoying exceptional cuisine, Champagne and attentive service throughout your day.
Northern Belle Scottish Breakfast Service
Served shortly after departure and continuing following the Carlisle pick-up.
Example Menu
- Fresh fruit juice
- Tea and freshly brewed coffee
- Selection of breakfast pastries
- Smoked Scottish salmon and scrambled eggs
- Traditional hot breakfast option
- Fresh seasonal fruit
- Breakfast rolls and preserves
07:00 – Glasgow Central
Guests welcomed by uniformed stewards and a red-carpet reception.
- Welcome Champagne reception
- Morning tea, coffee and pastries served at seats
- Live music in selected carriages
08:15 – Carlisle
Additional guests join the train.
08:30 – Departure from Carlisle
Journey south through the Lake District and Lancashire.
09:30 – Morning Refreshments
- Tea and coffee service
- Selection of pastries and biscuits
11:00 – Northern Belle Summer Lunch Service Begins
Summer Menu (Menu 2 – indicative)
A seven-course luxury dining experience featuring seasonal British ingredients, accompanied by carefully selected wines and attentive silver service. Northern Belle's Summer dining programme includes Champagne, canapés, seasonal starters, main course, dessert, cheeseboard and coffee with petit fours.
Wine service throughout luncheon.
13:00 – Arrival Liverpool South Parkway
Guests transferred directly to Aintree Racecourse by:
Option A
- Dedicated executive coach transfer
- Approximately 20 minutes
Option B
- Merseyrail transfer
- Liverpool South Parkway to Aintree Station
- Approximately 30 minutes
13:45 – Arrival at Aintree Racecourse
Proposed Itinerary
| Number | Price Per Person |
|---|---|
| Festival Zone | Included |
| County Stand | £85-£120 Supplement |
| Princess Royal Stand | £125-£175 Supplement |
| Lord Sefton Stand | |
| Platinum Lounge Hospitality | Dave |
| Horse & Groom Hospitality | |
| Sunloch Restaurant Hospitality |
Package Indicative Price Per Person
Festival Zone (included) Included
County Stand £85–£120 supplement
Princess Royal Stand £125–£175 supplement
Lord Sefton Stand £175–£250 supplement
Platinum Lounge Hospitality £450–£700 supplement
Horse & Groom Hospitality £550–£850 supplement
Sunloch Restaurant Hospitality £650–£1,000+ supplement
