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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Lucinda Cameron

Caledonian Sleeper train unveils Outlander makeover inspiring Scottish travel

  • The Caledonian Sleeper train has unveiled a dramatic new look, with four coaches adorned with designs capturing key moments from the popular television series Outlander .
  • The “visual takeover” aims to inspire fans to visit the Scottish locations where the series was filmed, encouraging travel via the overnight service connecting London and Birmingham with Scotland.
  • Outlander star Sam Heughan, who portrays Jamie Fraser, was present at London Euston station to reveal the newly decorated train.
  • The initiative, a collaboration between VisitScotland and Sony Pictures Television, will also feature an Outlander -inspired menu on board, including Sam Heughan’s whisky, The Sassenach.
  • The launch comes ahead of World Outlander Day on 1 June and coincides with the series finale this month.

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