Wessex Belle in Purbeck

Quaint tea shop in a carriage at the station. All nice stuff and staff. Added bonus of the occasional steam engine next to your window

Treat yourself to a formal dining experience on a beautifully restored stream train. Unbelievable value, 5 course dinner for 2, plus a bottle of prosecco, £120 with the train ride included. And then 2 bottles of white wine, a diet Coke and 2 lemonades £35. Honestly couldn't believe what you get for your money. My partner and I had an amazing evening, staff were lovely, food was perfect. It was nice to dress up and do something different, we put away our phones and just enjoyed it for what it is. Pre booking is a absolute must. I've been visiting Swanage for over 30 years, but up until now I had never been on the train. I was stupid to wait so long.

A fabulous dining experience on the wonderful Swanage Railway on the Isle of Purbeck.

Just had a lovely Christmas trip on the Devon Bell Pull man carriage, lots of champagne, a lovely time.

Food was alright, don't have much food in stock. The staff seemed preoccupied with nothing, and at times rude.

Took a table and waited for someone, anyone.... Left after 20minutes later. They were no the wiser about their lost custom. They don't deserve to be on business, and wont be if our visit was anything to go by.