Be a good sport on luxury trains

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Travel in style to some of the UK’s most important sporting events aboard the British Pullman or Northern Belle trains. Departing from several locations around the country, sporting journeys include Chester Races, the Grand National, Cowes and Glorious Goodwood.

The Grand National is one of the UK’s key sporting events and on April 6, the British Pullman (above) will venture north from London Victoria in time for passengers to place a few bets on the keen favourites. Watch the action from the comfort of the Princess Stand.

The Northern Belle will depart Cardiff, Newport and Swansea on May 10 for Chester Races, one of the shortest yet oldest racecourses in the country. As the train leaves Wales and heads into England, enjoy a delicious brunch with a bellini. This year the race is also part of the course’s May festival, the annual prestigious three-day racing event.

Glamorous outfits and wonderful hats are a must to celebrate the style and tradition at Ladies’ Day at Royal Ascot. The Northern Belle will head to the well-known steeplechase on June 20 departing from Birmingham, Crewe and Manchester.

A highlight of the flat-racing schedule and an event to remember is Glorious Goodwood on August 2. Relax in the Gordon Enclosure and walk around the famous course, owned by the Duke of Richmond, before re-joining the train back to London to enjoy a meal aboard.

Fancy Cowes on the Isle of Wight? You’ll depart from London Victoria aboard the British Pullman on August 6 and get up close to the action from a motorboat on the Solent as the race gets under way. On the way back, you’ll be served a four-course dinner with Champagne and wine.

The Goodwood Revival on September 14, is a classic vintage day out aboard the British Pullman. The train departs London Victoria, with guests dressed in period dress for the most authentic motor circuit and racing extravaganza.

Prices for sporting journeys start from £375 per person, including a brunch on the outward journey and a four-course dinner on the return. VIP packages are also available for some races.

Click here to book with www.orient-express.com/uktrains