IT was all aboard in Ipswich today when one of the world's most famous trains was paid a visit to the town today as it carried guests on a special day out to one of England's finest cities.

IT was all aboard in Ipswich today when one of the world's most famous trains was paid a visit to the town today as it carried guests on a special day out to one of England's finest cities.

The Orient Express left Suffolk for a special day out in York carrying the 120 VIP passengers who boarded in Ipswich in real style.

The train is used for special excursions across the county - bringing a touch of elegance and panache to normally mundane train trips.

Heather Burrows, of Queenscliffe Road, Ipswich, boarded with her husband Bill and two friends Diana and Alec Mayhew.

She said: “We have a to-do list and a trip on the Orient Express has been on it for several years.”

Keith Stoodley, of Belstead Road, Ipswich, was travelling with his wife Maureen.

“We are looking forward to sitting back and enjoying good food and the journey,” Mr Stoodley said.