£64
Step back in time and embark on a captivating adventure aboard a historical steam locomotive. This enchanting experience is designed for two individuals seeking a nostalgic and joy-filled day out together.
With a selection of picturesque locations to choose from, you will be immersed in the breathtaking beauty of the British countryside as the train weaves its way through the landscapes. At some destinations, the tickets are valid for a return journey, while others offer a whole day rover ticket. This flexibility allows passengers to hop on and hop off, experiencing the local area at their leisure. Whether you want to sightsee, explore charming villages, or even enjoy a leisurely picnic, this day provides countless opportunities for relaxation and rejuvenation.
Included in this package is the opportunity to indulge in a delicious afternoon tea. Whether enjoyed on the same day as the steam train ride or saved for another cherished occasion, your delightful afternoon tea will be savoured at a separate location from the train experience. The afternoon tea itself is a true delight. Delicate sandwiches, accompanied by a choice of teas, will satisfy the palate with their flavours and textures. Following this light refreshment, sumptuous scones served with clotted cream and jam, and an array of exquisite cakes can be enjoyed. It truly is the perfect reward for a memorable day filled with adventure and tranquility.
Embark on a journey through time, immerse yourself in the beauty of the British countryside, and savour the delights of a classic afternoon tea. This captivating combination promises a day of relaxation, exploration, and indulgence that will be etched in your memories forever.
Typically, on selected March to October dates, however some locations are available throughout the year. Excludes Special Event days.
The experience length varies by location.
These experiences are for two people.
Minimum age restrictions apply, under 17s must be accompanied by an adult.
This is for a voucher entitling the holder to any of the activities supplied by Activity Superstore up to the value stated.
On the basket page, you can select from the following delivery options:
 | The Nene Valley RailwayKaren from our Customer Testing Panel, July 2025 |
Experience Day Review
Step back into the bygone era of rail travel as soon as you set foot in the ticket office at The Nene Valley Railway. A hop-on-hop-off ticket allows you to explore areas such as the Ferry Meadows Country Park. All the staff are volunteers and obviously love what they do and are therefore very friendly and informative.
If you choose to take the afternoon tea on the same day, a fifteen-minute walk from Peterborough station takes you to The Bull Hotel, a 17th Century, Grade II listed building. The tea is a good stop off on your train journey, but I wouldn’t choose it for a special occasion. The whole experience was thoroughly enjoyable and is highly recommended for a day out.”
You can view the Steam Train specific locations on the below link. The Afternoon Tea is taken separately, and it can be either enjoyed on the day of your steam train experience or another.
https://www.activitysuperstore.com/steam-train-experience-for-two
We do indeed offer a family ticket for the Steam Train experience, however the afternoon tea gift voucher would have to be purchased separately. You can find a link to our Steam Train family ticket below:
Lea - Verified purchaser
Yes I recommend this product.
Lovely venue, friendly staff and gorgeous afternoon tea
When did your experience take place? 13 Nov 2025
What was the name of the venue where your experience took place? Katie's Tea Room
Tez - Verified purchaser
Yes I recommend this product.
The tea rooms are full of charm some parts date back to the 16 century … lots of lovely food … highly recommended
When did your experience take place? 20 Sep 2025
What was the name of the venue where your experience took place? Katie's Tea Room
Kat - Verified purchaser
No I do not recommend this product.
Service was great.Plenty of sandwiches, cake and scone. Aso fresh strawberries and cream. Fantastic value on Classic Afternoon Tea. The restaurant itself is a bit tired, could fo with a freshen up
When did your experience take place? 08 Nov 2025
What was the name of the venue where your experience took place? Katie's Tea Room
Mick - Verified purchaser
Yes I recommend this product.
Friendly people great afternoon out
When did your experience take place? 01 Nov 2025
What was the name of the venue where your experience took place? Ecclesbourne Valley Railway
Paul - Verified purchaser
Yes I recommend this product.
A very enjoyable afternoon.
When did your experience take place? 26 Sept 2025
What was the name of the venue where your experience took place? Ecclesbourne Valley Railway
Barbie - Verified purchaser
Yes I recommend this product.
Lovely experience
When did your experience take place? 16 Oct 2025
What was the name of the venue where your experience took place? Abbey Tea Rooms
Tulup - Verified purchaser
Yes I recommend this product.
Everything about the experience was lovely. The Tea Room was small and quaint. The staff were friendly and very attentive. We couldn't ask for more
When did your experience take place? 15 Oct 2025
What was the name of the venue where your experience took place? Abbey Tea Rooms
H - Verified purchaser
Yes I recommend this product.
My husband and I were given a gift voucher organized by our Son, daughter in law from Australia. For Nene Valley Railway to experience our journey on diesel train. We had a great day. Got of at Peterborough to see Cathedral. All the staff were so helpful and friendly. Would definitely take family or friends visiting us and treat them to a trip on these old trains. Very nostalgic and relaxing.
When did your experience take place? 02 Nov 2025
What was the name of the venue where your experience took place? Nene Valley Railway Ltd - Peterborough, Cambridgeshire
Elaine - Verified purchaser
Yes I recommend this product.
It was very good although we changed from steam to diesel after about 10 minutes
When did your experience take place? 01 Nov 2025
What was the name of the venue where your experience took place? Nene Valley Railway Ltd - Peterborough, Cambridgeshire
Campbell - Verified purchaser
No I do not recommend this product.
The venue was downstairs in the base of an old church. Went all around town to find it and asked several passers by. Eventually we found it but they had no table ready for us even though we were booked in days before. We were put in a dark corner, no table cloth. The afternoon tea came on a wooden platter not a lovely cake stand as expected and no nice teapot or cups. Very dissapointing would not recomend.
When did your experience take place? 06 Oct 2025
What was the name of the venue where your experience took place? The Keys Kitchen and Coffee House
Hello, thank you for sharing your feedback. We’re sorry to hear the experience didn’t fully meet your expectations, and we appreciate your comments about the venue and presentation. We’ll pass your feedback on to the team at The Keys Kitchen and Coffee House to help them continue improving the experience for future guests.
