RailStaff Awards - Thursday 26th November 2026

On arrival, you will be shown into the drinks reception where you will have the chance to catch up with friends and colleagues before being seated at your table to commence your meal, followed by an enjoyable evening of fantastic entertainment and of course, the award presentations. (Your e-ticket will be emailed to you by 24th November)

We are absolutely thrilled to announce that TV presenter, West End star, and broadway icon Denise van Outen will be hosting the RailStaff Awards 2026 at the NEC Birmingham on Thursday 26 November!

Dress Code

Dress to impress. Black Tie, Lounge Suits, Kilts, and Cocktail Dresses.

Timings for the evening

18.00 Guest Arrival & Drinks Reception

19.00 Dinner

21.00 Entertainment & Awards Presentation (with interval)

23.00 Disco & Fairground Rides

00.00 Midnight Breakfast

01:00 Carriages

The Menu

STARTER

Roasted red pepper & vine-ripened tomato soup, toasted paprika seeds, sun-blushed tomato oil V/GFA/DF/VG

OR

Baked sweet chilli salmon fillet glazed, fresh lime, fine rice noodles, oriental vegetables, fresh coriander (served cold) GF/DF

MAIN COURSE

Pan-fried chicken, festive stuffing, pig in blanket, dauphinoise potatoes roasted cardamon & honey carrot, maple glazed parsnip, buttered wilted greens, pan jus GFA/DFA/HA

OR

Breaded cauliflower steak, roasted new potatoes, green beans, buttered wilted greens, cumin carrot puree, lemon, garlic and herb sauce V/DF/GFA/VG

DESSERT

Apple crumble pudding, creme anglaise V

OR

Zesty Lemon Tart w/ Mascarpone, Raspberry Sauce, Fresh Strawberry, Mirco Mint V/GFA

OR

Belgian chocolate delice, chocolate soil, raspberry sorbet V/GFA/DFA/VGA

OR

A selection of cheese, biscuits, homemade chutney V/GFA

(Dairy Free available on request)

V – Vegetarian GF – Gluten Free DF – Dairy Free VG – Vegan HA - Halal Available GFA – Gluten Free Available DFA – Dairy Free Available

Special Dietary Requirements

If you or your guests have any special dietary requirements, please mention this when booking. Full allergen details are available on request.

Pre-order Drinks

A mobile app will be available on the evening, you are able to order and pay over the app and the drinks will come straight to the table. Please see the event brochure on your table for further details.

Venue Location & Directions, Including Downloadable Map

https://railstaffawards.com/RSA26/en/page/venue-and-directions

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