
The Settle Carlisle Railway Development Company operates the award-winning refreshment trolley service on the Settle-Carlisle route.
Focussing on locally produced food, we offer a range of cakes and biscuits made by Country Fare in Mallerstang. Country Fare is based at a farm within sight of the line between Kirkby Stephen and Garsdale. Why not try one or the award winning ginger biscuits or a piece of flapjack or speciality shortbreads and biscuits. Forget the calories and buy a piece of the delicious chocolate caramel shortbread!
On some trains between Appleby and Carlisle, you will also be able to enjoy a locally made ice cream, produced at Winskill – a village not far from the station at Langwathby. With a choice of flavours including vanilla, strawberry, peach & mango and mint choc chip, why not indulge yourself with a delicious treat.
Also available is a wide range of hot and cold drinks is available including filter coffee, tea, hot chocolate, mocha, fruit infusions, water, fruit juice and a selection of confectionery, crisps etc.
If you wish to pre-order refreshments, our Catering Team will be happy to discuss your options. Packed lunches, cream teas, champagne and strawberries, birthday cakes and a host of other menu suggestions are available. If you are having a special day out on the train or celebrating a special occasion, we are here to help. Please email catering@settle-carlisle.co.uk or call David on 07931 681939.
Where possible, trolleys will be available on the following trains:
Northbound
| Day | Time | Journey |
|---|---|---|
| Monday to Saturday | 0950 | Settle to Carlisle # |
| Monday to Saturday | 1044 | Settle to Carlisle |
| Monday to Saturday | 1146 | Settle to Carlisle # |
| Monday to Saturday | 1348 | Settle to Carlisle |
| Sunday | 1010 | Settle to Carlisle |
| Sunday | 1417 | Settle to Appleby |
Southbound
| Day | Time | Journey |
|---|---|---|
| Saturday only | 0834 | Appleby to Settle |
| Saturday only | 1008 | Appleby to Settle |
| Monday to Friday | 0935 | Appleby to Settle |
| Monday to Saturday | 1155 | Carlisle to Settle # |
| Monday to Friday | 1404 | Carlisle to Appleby # |
| Saturday | 1426 | Carlisle to Appleby # |
| Monday to Friday | 1505 | Carlisle to Settle |
| Saturday | 1549 | Carlisle to Settle |
| Monday to Saturday | 1618 | Carlisle to Appleby |
| Sunday | 1007 | Appleby to Settle |
| Sunday | 1351 | Carlisle to Settle |
*On some occasions, the trolley may leave the train at Settle or Skipton.
There may be occasions, when for circumstances beyond our control, we have no alternative but to withdraw a trolley service.
#Locally-made ice cream is usually available on these trains.

