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Fish and Chip Specials 2003
Selected Saturday eveningsA journey with a difference! Have a traditional British evening out with a train ride from Bishops Lydeard to Minehead eating chips (with fish or vegetarian option) and drinking some wine, beer or cider as your leisurely journey proceeds...
Trains from Bishops LydeardIn 2003, the WSR is running a 1960s vintage diesel train from Bishops Lydeard - just 5 miles from Taunton - to Minehead and back again on19 April, 3 May, 7 June, 12 June and 27 September
The outward journeyOn departure from Bishops Lydeard station - where there is plenty of free parking - at 6.50pm, your specially fried food will be served to you in heat-retentive containers. You will also be served with your glass of wine (or non-alcoholic alternative). The train will then make a leisurely journey to Minehead, giving plenty of time to take in the beauty of the Quantock Hills and the Exmoor Coast, plus the views across the Bristol Channel to South Wales.
At MineheadThe train arrives in Minehead at 8.00pm, whereupon you will have 60 minutes to spend at your leisure – perhaps for a walk along the sea front or a stroll around the town.
The return journeyYour special train will depart from Minehead at 9.00pm for the return to Bishops Lydeard, scheduled to arrive at 10.00pm.
Trains from MineheadThis will again be a 1960s vintage diesel train which will travel to Williton – passing Dunster Castle and Blue Anchor Bay, before the inland climb to Washford and the return to the coast at Watchet. At Williton you can watch the locomotive uncouple and run round your train, before the return to Watchet. There will be a break at Watchet for a leisurely stroll around the old town and new marina, before boarding your train again at 9.00pm for the trip back to Minehead, arriving at 9.30pm. In 2003, the Minehead "Fish and Chip" Specials will operate on7 June and 16 August
General Information on all trainsThe following information applies to all trains...
BuffetThere will be a micro buffet on the train open throughout the round trip, selling hot and cold drinks, plus beers and ciders from Somerset brewers and farms. You can also purchase cakes and sweets if you fancy a “pudding” after your main meal.
FaresThe all-inclusive cost of the train trip and food is: Adult £12, Senior Citizen £12, Child £8.
BookingAll tickets must be pre-booked. You can book tickets on the “Fish and Chip Specials” in the following ways:-
Your own Fish and Chip Train...Why not charter your very own Fish and Chip train on another date for that “special” party or works night out…?The Railway will be happy to discuss your individual requirements. Please contact the Commercial Department (01643 704996) to enquire or to make a charter reservation. Details from WSR Plc leaflet |
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