LSL charters 2026

[Isle of Mull]

Since there are 5 LSL charter operators, I made this so people know what's coming up in all 5. Please feel free to add any updates.

Links for all the operators.

Saphos Trains | Classic Steam Train Experience

Experience luxury railway touring with the Saphos Trains classic steam experience.

saphostrains.com

Midland Pullman | Revival of an icon

The Midland Pullman was Britain’s first luxury high speed diesel-electric train running in the early 1960’s, offering the best possible at seat deluxe service and is remembered for the trains striking Nanking blue livery, white jacketed stewards, and impeccable customer service…

midlandpullman.com

Statesman Rail | Discover our range of Inspirational Journeys

Sit back and relax, welcome aboard the celebrated Statesman. Cruise across stunning landscapes en route to the most iconic destinations in the British Isles.

www.statesmanrail.com

Intercity | Bargain priced rail journeys in First Class comfort

We are pleased to offer unmissable bargain priced day tours in First Class comfort on our modern high speed air conditioned inter-city train, hauled by celebrity electric locomotives to various destinations for a sightseeing break.

inter-city.co.uk

Home - Steam Dreams

For over 25 years, we have been crafting unforgettable railway journeys, blending the nostalgia of steam with vintage carriages

steamdreams.co.uk

 

[Masbroughlad]

Are LSL leasing carriages and locos to other operators now then? I see UK Railtours are using LSL resources for a tour.

This seems like a big change in business model, if so. Anybody know if catering services and staff will come from LSL? Or is it literally just the rolling stock?

 

[Iskra]

Are LSL leasing carriages and locos to other operators now then? I see UK Railtours are using LSL resources for a tour.

This seems like a big change in business model, if so. Anybody know if catering services and staff will come from LSL? Or is it literally just the rolling stock?

LSL have been TOC for other organisations before. There was a BLS Class 40 tour around Merseyside/North Wales a few years back.

 

[Harpo]

There was a BLS Class 40 tour around Merseyside/North Wales a few years back.

The Wirral Squirrel in 2021. Bit of a controversial one with most of the desirable freight track omitted due to lineside vegetation (allegedly).

 

[neil65]

Just 7 seats left on the Cumbrian Mountaineer with 60532 on 12th February

 

[Isle of Mull]

Just 7 seats left on the Cumbrian Mountaineer with 60532 on 12th February

That sold quite well, standard class sold really quickly so I’m lucky I got a seat in that.

Does anyone know what A/C loco might be doing the ECS move to Euston?

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Are LSL leasing carriages and locos to other operators now then? I see UK Railtours are using LSL resources for a tour.

This seems like a big change in business model, if so. Anybody know if catering services and staff will come from LSL? Or is it literally just the rolling stock?

They did provide locos and coaches for SRPS railtours in 2025 and I believe they are continuing to provide for 2026 tours

 

[Gwr12345]

They did provide locos and coaches for SRPS railtours in 2025 and I believe they are continuing to provide for 2026 tours

That's different as it's not as hoc work. It's a reciprocal agreement in which LSL gain access to SRPS rolling stock, in return for CDL (Central door locking) and SRPS running railtours.
It's still a different business model to companies like WCRC or Eastern Rail Services

 

[HertiageFan]

Saphos’ Fellsmans are running with standard class from £99 this year

 

[Isle of Mull]

Saphos’ Fellsmans are running with standard class from £99 this year

That’s a bargain since the cost of railtours these days