Rail operator Caledonian Sleeper is making life a little sweeter aboard its night train services, as it partners with Ochil Fudge.
Caledonian Sleeper will hand out 220,000 pieces of handmade fudge this year as it announced a new partnership that will be loaded onboard, as the latest complimentary nibble for guests brings a taste of Scotland to the Sleeper services.
The Caledonian Sleeper team will be celebrating the new onboard addition at their London Euston Guest Lounge on Sunday, 25th of January, where, alongside traditional Scottish fare, they’ll tuck into some whisky fudge, handmade by Ochil, to mark Burn’s Night.
They’ll be welcomed to the Sleeper family by resident piper Lorne MacDougall and Norrie MacIver (formerly of Skipinnish), who will help celebrate the national bard in true Caledonian Sleeper style.
The fudge produced in Alloa, near Stirling, since 2017, is another example of Caledonian Sleeper’s commitment to supporting the local communities their service passes through, with them supplying 220,000 pieces of fudge – or 4.4 tonnes of fudgey goodness.
That’s a lot of fudge.
It will be available to passengers in Caledonian Double, Club Ensuite and Accessible Double room guests to enjoy.
In Quotes
Stacey Fleming, Caledonian Sleeper’s Guest Experience Director, said:
“We are delighted to bring a little sweetness to our guests’ overnight journey through a new partnership with Ochil Fudge, offering a hand-crafted sweet treat that delivers an authentic taste of Scotland.
Supporting the Scottish communities our unique overnight service travels through is an important part of who we are. This partnership allows us to showcase a much-loved local producer, while giving guests a small but memorable taste of Scotland that reflects the warmth and hospitality we pride ourselves on delivering.”
Graeme Clark, CEO for Ochil Fudge, added:
“We’re incredibly proud to see Ochil Fudge enjoyed by Caledonian Sleeper guests.
“Every batch of our fudge is handcrafted, carefully created with passion and only the finest ingredients. Bringing a small taste of Scotland while people experience one of the most memorable train journeys of their lives, fills us with excitement, and we’re excited about celebrating a long partnership with Caledonian Sleeper.”
Local Tastes with National Exposure
Caladonian Sleeper has made an effort to source locally where possible as part of its delivery commitment, whilst elevating its passenger experience.
And let’s face it, a sweet treat before bed, or something to smuggle home after a trip.
Still 4.4 tonnes of fudge. That’s a lot to move…
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