Shakespeare Express

Shakespeare Express, from Birmingham, offers an unforgettable experience showcasing the panoramic views of the West Midlands countryside's natural beauty and graceful landscapes between Birmingham and Stratford-upon-Avon. It pays homage to the literary legend William Shakespeare.

The Shakespeare Express departs Birmingham Snow Hill at 10:00 am, Birmingham Moor Street at 10:05 am and Tyseley Mainline Station at 10:15 am and arrives at Stratford-upon-Avon at 11:05 am, taking the passengers on a ride to the writer's home town of Avon through a scenic journey. The steam express carriages showcase a vintage outlook which are adorned with fine polished wooden panels, shiny brass fittings etc taking one back in time. One can also see lush green well-maintained countryside along the journey, rolling hills, idyllic rivers and quaint villages. Learn interesting things about the famous landmarks like the Warwick Castle, the Elizabethan Castle, the Kenilworth Castle etc as the train takes several stops at these points of cultural heritage. The express also gives a treatful delight into the artworks of the famous writer through a wide array of performances from Shakespearean plays, recitations of famous sonnets , and traditional folk music like the Romeo and Juliet, the Puck in A Midsummer Night's Dream, the Hamlet naming a few. There is a cozy restaurant onboard at that serves food and drinks. You can relax and enjoy the stunning visuals and plays with a cup of English-Elizabethian tea and snacks.