ANON. London & North Eastern Railway cruise of "The Northern Belle."
Original luggage label, c.1939. 120 x 150 mm.
The idea of a land cruise was introduced by the LNER in 1933. The journey only took place in June with just four tours. The tour left Kings Cross station on a Friday and returned the following Friday.
The train carried just 60 first class passengers paying £20 each. Luxury accomodation, including air conditioning, showers and a hair dressing salon.
Once reaching Scotland the train would call at Edinburgh, Aberdeen, Braemar and Mallaig. Coach tours were provided at certain stops.
This label is a rare survivor as only 60 labels were issued per journey, with most being stuck to luggage.
SKU: 2126587
ANON. London & North Eastern Railway cruise of "The Northern Belle."
Original luggage label, c.1939. 120 x 150 mm.
The idea of a land cruise was introduced by the LNER in 1933. The journey only took place in June with just four tours. The tour left Kings Cross station on a Friday and returned the following Friday.
The train carried just 60 first class passengers paying £20 each. Luxury accomodation, including air conditioning, showers and a hair dressing salon.
Once reaching Scotland the train would call at Edinburgh, Aberdeen, Braemar and Mallaig. Coach tours were provided at certain stops.
This label is a rare survivor as only 60 labels were issued per journey, with most being stuck to luggage.
SKU: 2126587
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