Cream Tea aboard the Royal Saloon

If you would like to enhance your visit, you can travel in the recently restored Great Eastern Railway Royal Saloon, built in 1898. The carriage was specifically built for Princess Alexandra, wife of the future King Edward VII and on certain dates throughout the year is added to our normal train service for guests to enjoy.

Princess Alexandra's Royal Saloon

General admission tickets include entrance to our wonderful museum and all day travel on other trains. We also have a gift shop and a tea room serving drinks and light refreshments.

Refreshments available

Alison's Cream Tea in the Royal Saloon

Join us for one return trip on the Ribble Steam Railway whilst enjoying a traditional Cream Tea consisting of cup cakes and cream scones, complete with a glass of Prosecco for the adults on arrival (non alcoholic alternative also available).

The Cream Tea is not suitable for children under 8 years old.

Booking details 

Space is limited to only 6 guests per train so early booking is advisable.

Unfortunately due its age and method of construction, we are sorry but the Royal Saloon is not accessible to wheelchair users.

Your ticket allows access to all standard class trains during the day, and for a single trip, as detailed on this ticket in the Royal Saloon to enjoy your Cream Tea.  Please ensure you arrive at least 15 minutes before this departure time