BOLTON ABBEY SIGHTSEEING TOUR FIELD GUIDE
First-Class Steam and Scones: A One-Hour Afternoon Tea Through the Yorkshire Dales
A one-hour, round-trip excursion aboard the Embsay & Bolton Abbey Steam Railway that pairs reserved First Class seating with a freshly prepared Afternoon Tea—this guide explains what to expect.
First-Class Steam and Scones: A One-Hour Afternoon Tea Through the Yorkshire Dales.
On a one-hour run through the Yorkshire Dales, the Embsay & Bolton Abbey Steam Railway stages a compact, ceremonial afternoon: restored First Class carriages, a reserved seat for the duration, and a freshly prepared Afternoon Tea of sandwiches, mini quiches and homemade scones served with unlimited refills of local tea or fresh-ground filter coffee.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
A Proper Afternoon Tea on Rails
Afternoon Tea is freshly prepared and served during the journey: expect sandwiches, mini quiches, a cake selection and homemade scones, with unlimited refills of Yorkshire tea or fresh-ground filter coffee.
First Class, Reserved Seat
You are seated in First Class for the duration of the journey and have a reserved seat in one of the line’s lovingly restored carriages.
Vegetarian Option Available
The Vegetarian selection includes cheese savoury sandwiches, egg & cress sandwiches, mini quiches, salad and the same cake selection as other menus.
What the day feels like
What It Feels Like
The excursion unfolds as a relaxed, one-hour round trip through the Yorkshire Dales: board at Bolton Abbey Station, settle into a reserved First Class carriage and dine on a freshly prepared Afternoon Tea while the countryside passes by outside the window.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this excursion suits
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
No special gear requirements are specified in the provided information; the outing is a seated, one-hour First Class train journey with Afternoon Tea included.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long does the experience last?
The journey is approximately 1 hour in duration.
Where do I meet for the trip?
The meeting point is Bolton Abbey Station — BD23 6AF.
What is included in the Afternoon Tea?
The Afternoon Tea includes a selection of sandwiches, mini quiches, homemade scones and a cake selection.
Are beverages included?
Yes — hot beverages include fresh-ground filter coffee and local Yorkshire tea with unlimited refills.
Will I have a reserved seat?
Yes — you will be seated in First Class for the duration of the journey and have a reserved seat in one of the restored carriages.