All Aboard for Pampering



Mister E and I may be retired but we still enjoy being pampered now and again; who says you have to be working hard to deserve a treat?


Yesterday offered one of those occasions when we were spoiled with a train trip on board the Northern Belle, previously operated and restored by the Venice Simplon Orient Express.



It was a day for lounging back in a plush seat, eating and drinking everything put in front of us (and there was quite a quantity) whilst watching the scenery glide serenely past. The luxury of our surroundings and the attentive service from uniformed staff all added to the sense of occasion and enjoyment.




We were entertained by wandering musicians and a magician on our figure of eight route around County Durham and North Yorkshire, ending up eventually back where we started at Darlington Station. Just like my retirement so far really; there is no obvious destination but the journey getting there is immensely pleasurable.

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Saw the Northern Belle pass through Carnforth station and loads of trainspotters taking photos Think we looked at the menu once and it was 'wasted on Mike'. I recall my sister and brother-in-law enjoying the experience though

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