Belmond has announced the Britannic Explorer, a new luxury sleeper train service that will begin operations in July 2025. The train will offer three-night journeys departing from London with routes through Cornwall, the Lake District and Wales.
The 18-cabin train includes three Grand Suites and 15 Suites, with interiors designed by London-based studio Albion Nord. The train features a bar in the Observation Car, a wellness suite and dining facilities. Renowned chef Simon Rogan will oversee the dining program, which will incorporate seasonal ingredients from local suppliers along each route. The bar will serve cocktails and feature selections from UK distilleries and breweries.
"For me, true luxury lies in humble ingredients grown with care, respect for their surroundings and harvested at their peak," said Rogan. "This philosophy allows our food to resonate with the environment from which it originates. I am very excited to bring this approach to the launch of the Britannic Explorer, where each plate will reflect Britain's diverse landscapes."
The schedule allows passengers to combine two regional journeys, with Cornwall and Lake District routes operating Friday to Monday and Wales routes running Monday to Thursday. Off-train excursions will be available during daytime hours, including activities such as private tours at Hauser & Wirth Somerset, guided hikes in Wales, swimming in the Lake District and visits to Tremenheere Sculpture Gardens in Cornwall.
"I am incredibly proud to launch this revolutionary new train, which further enhances Belmond's global portfolio of market-leading luxury rail experiences," said Gary Franklin, vice president of trains and cruises at Belmond. "The Britannic Explorer offers something truly unique; an opportunity to discover the rugged Cornish coastline to Snowdonia's untamed National Park and the vast expanses of the Lake District like never before."
Editor’s Note: This article was generated by AI, based on a press release distributed by Belmond. It was fact-checked and reviewed by a TravelAge West editor.
