easy
2–3 hours
Suitable for most guests, no special fitness required
Combine gourmet dining with suspense in this unique murder mystery aboard the Yorkshire Dales steam railway. A perfect evening of intrigue and delicious food awaits!
*** SOLD OUT *** Ages 16+ • 3.5 hours
Embark on a thrilling evening of mystery and dining in the stunning Yorkshire Dales! Enjoy a delicious three-course meal while unraveling a captivating murder mystery aboard a train. Join fellow detectives in this interactive experience, where suspense and culinary delights await. Can you solve the crime before the journey ends?
3 hours
Enjoy an evening solving a murder mystery while traveling through the Yorkshire Dales and enjoying a 3 Course meal freshly made by our chef!
Put another dime in the jukebox and get ready for a side order of suspense!
It looks like murder is on the menu But when a curious incident shakes up the joint, it's up to you to dine and play detective!
If you’re hopelessly devoted to solving this crime, then don’t get stranded at the drive-in and branded a fool, come and lend a hand-jive in catching this killer! Surely it should be easy as pie?
Bolton Abbey Station, Skipton, North Yorkshire, BD23 6AF
Free of charge at Bolton Abbey station.
Sunday 12th October 2025
Daytime event - Doors open 12.00pm; performance starts 12.30pm Evening Event - Doors open 5.00pm; performance starts 5.30pm Event starts at Bolton Abbey Station BD23 6AF and continues on the train journey during your 3 course meal. The train then returns to Bolton Abbey Station, where the solution and prize giving takes place. Total duration 3 hours
Due to our limited seating configuration, tickets are sold in 2’s, 3’s or 4’s. All tickets include a first class return ticket, 3-course meal and 3-hour interactive show. Advance booking is essential. For tickets, click through to our ticketing system.
We are unable to accept any dogs on any of our Dales Dining Services (Guide Dogs excepted).
Get settled and enjoy the scenic surroundings before the mystery begins.
Wear comfortable clothing suitable for sitting and dining, and consider layers for the cooler Dales evening.
Participate actively in the storyline to enhance your experience and fun.
Spaces are limited, so reserve your spot early for this popular event.
The Yorkshire Dales Railway has been transporting passengers through scenic landscapes since the 19th century, with its historic cars preserved for tours and events like this one.
This event supports local heritage preservation and promotes responsible tourism, encouraging guests to respect the natural surroundings.
Prepare for a seated experience with layers for variable weather.
Evenings can be cool, so bring an extra layer for comfort.
Comfortable shoes for boarding and disembarking the train.
Optional for jotting down clues or keeping notes.