Travel back in time aboard the Strathspey Railway, a heritage steam railway offering relaxing views of the Cairngorms landscape and the meandering River Spey as you journey through the beautiful Speyside countryside. Step aboard at Platform 3, Aviemore Station, where our heritage trains depart for Boat of Garten and Broomhill.
Broomhill station may be familiar to many visitors as the fictional “Glenbogle” station from the popular BBC series Monarch of the Glen, and more recently the Strathspey Railway has featured in the hit BBC series The Traitors. The railway takes you on a 20-mile round trip along part of the original Highland Railway main line.
As the train travels across open moorland, through woodland and alongside the River Spey, passengers enjoy ever-present views of the spectacular Cairngorm Mountain scenery. Experience a “Brief Encounter” with a bygone age of rail travel while visiting our beautifully restored stations along the line. Afternoon Tea on the Train Our popular Afternoon Tea service allows you to relax in comfort while travelling through the Highland countryside.
Afternoon Tea includes a selection of freshly prepared sandwiches, cakes baked by our own staff, traditional scones served with jam and cream, and a choice of tea or coffee. Afternoon Tea is available on our 12:45 and 15:00 departures from Aviemore, on operating days from late March to the end of October (excluding special event dates, see our website for details). Passengers can also upgrade to First Class for Afternoon Tea, or choose our exclusive VIP Dining Saloons for an enhanced experience. First Class Travel First Class upgrades are available on our scheduled services.
On the 10:15 departure, tea, coffee and biscuits are served to passengers seated in the four six-seat First Class compartments.
A continental breakfast is available in our VIP dining saloons. You can also experience travel in our historic Coronation Observation Carriage, a striking 1930s glass-ended carriage featuring Art Deco styling, wood-panelled interiors and comfortable armchairs.
It offers spectacular panoramic views of the Speyside scenery as the train travels through the Cairngorms National Park. Please check our online timetable for service dates and departure times. Dogs are permitted on our trains, although they are not allowed in bar or dining areas, including First Class, with the exception of assistance dogs..
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Platform 3, Aviemore Station, Dalfaber Road, Aviemore PH24 1PY
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