The Train Chartering Company

Ever considered taking the train to Glasgow?  In terms of sustainability it’s the way to go, moving up to several hundred people in one go and using electric traction on most of the UK mainlines. Here at The Train Chartering Company we specialise in arranging private charter trains and exclusive use carriages on behalf of our clients – we can also arrange group travel by train for you.

We have unique access to a huge variety of trains at varying pricing points.  These range from vintage Pullman trains to the ultra-modern express trains that currently run on the Anglo-Scottish routes.  Beside these we have access to ‘heritage’ trains, i.e. ex-mainline locos and carriages that are now deployed in operating weekend land cruises and excursions.  Many trains can also offer full dining options, many with silver service style waiting staff.  Of course, on a chartered train service you are with your staff or guests for the duration of the journey, so the trip can be extremely useful time for entertaining or doing some work – I know which I’d prefer!  You can also brand your carriages and train in line with your event for the full effect.

For those wanting to make a striking impression steam locomotives can also be arranged to haul your train.  Imagine a steam loco hauling your train into Glasgow Central, with the passengers alighting after a splendid lunch on the finest quality!

We offer free advice and planning and will share whichever options with you which may be of interest – we don’t bite, so why not give us a call or drop us an email?

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  • The image shows a young woman with dark, tied-back, hair stood at the entrance of an old steam train carriage. She is dressed in all black and holds a tray of champagne flutes. The train carriage is painted in brown and cream, and the interior wall visible is varnished wood. A small black metal step is visible between the door and the platform, which has a white edge and tactile tiling. An arching, glass roof is visible above.

  • The front of a traditional steam train, bearing a sky-blue metal name plate reading "BGL High Flyer". The locomotive's panels are dark green with black, brass and red details. The train is stationary at an outdoor platform. Trees, shrubs and grass can be seen on the far right side, beyond several sets of tracks. The white edge of a platform is visible on the left-hand edge of the image, people can just be seen getting on the train and taking photos of it. Overhead wires dissect the blue, cloudy sky.

  • An old diesel train in its platform at Queen Street station. The train is blocky and painted olive green, the end of an old train carriage is visible in front, painted brown and cream. The platform is paved and level, with a row of tactile tiles, a white edge and painted yellow guidelines. The arching glass roof of the station and concourse area are visible above and beyond.