The Royal Wessex Fine Dining Sunday Lunch

The Watercresss Line, The Railway Station, Station Road, New Alresford SO24 9JG
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We are delighted to announce the return of The Royal Wessex Fine Dining Sunday Lunch in 2025.

Thanks to our acclaimed caterers, Lemon Stone Events, guests can enjoy a contemporary take on the traditional Sunday Roast. Relax in the sumptuous comfort of our first class carriages, admire the South Downs countryside and savour a gastronomic 3 course lunch created using seasonal, locally sourced ingredients. There will also be an extensive wine menu including a locally sourced sparkling wine.

The original Royal Wessex service was originally launched by British Railways on 3rd May 1951. It was one of a number of named trains introduced to commemorate the Festival of Britain of that year, and transported people from the South Coast to the festival in London. The train was normally hauled by a “Merchant Navy” or “West Country” class locomotive and used a dedicated set of the newly designed all-steel standard “Mark1” carriages, which are still used on the Watercress Line today.

You can relive the same ambience today in our Pullman-style carriages with the warm ambience of richly upholstered seats, original wooden interiors, cosy table lamps in the windows, curtains, and tables with white damask cloths. Be it a family celebration, a special get-together or a romantic two-some, it will be an unforgettable experience.

The train departs from Alresford Station at 1pm, returning to Alresford at 4:30pm.

Price includes:
Warm Bread Rolls with Salted Butter
3 Course Lunch
Coffee or Tea

A curated selection of quality wines will be available to purchase with your meal on board.

Dress code
Smart attire

Tickets
Tables for two (sharing with another couple) – £175
Tables for two (exclusive) – £195

To book your place, click here