A couple wait on the platform to get on to the train on the Tarka Line

The Tarka Line in Devon

Picturesque countryside

Discover Britain’s charming towns, villages and rolling green landscapes. Take the train and explore the country’s hidden gems.

Why not make it a real adventure by planning a countryside walk from the railway? Rural routes starting or ending at local railway stations are available for many lines. And as your reward, there are plenty of cosy country pubs to enjoy along the way.

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Overview map showing location of the Mid Cheshire Line

Enjoy Marvellous Days Out on the Mid Cheshire Line which connects Chester to Manchester via Northwich, Knutsford, Altrincham, and Stockport.

Overview map showing location of the Lakes Line

Explore the heart of the Lake District National Park as you travel along the Lakes Line.

Overview map showing location of the Tamar Valley Line.

Take a trip into the picturesque Tamar Valley - with great views from Calstock Viaduct.

Overview map showing location of the Tarka Line

Explore scenic north Devon on the Tarka Line for a real taste of the great British countryside.

Overview map showing location of the Brigg Line

Sit back, relax and watch the beautiful countryside go by as you travel along the Pilgrim Line.

Overview map showing location of the Uckfield - East Grinstead Line

Rolling green countryside, heathland and streams, delightful walks and cycle routes, and three of the best heritage railway lines in the country.

Overview map showing location of the Crouch Valley Line

Picturesque riverside walks, sailing along the River Crouch and wildlife watching all await you along the Crouch Valley Line.

Overview map showing location of the Flitch Line

Have an adventure in the great outdoors, explore historic places or simply enjoy browsing the shops, you’ll find it all along the Flitch Line.

Overview map showing location of the Ipswich to Lowestoft Line

One half of the East Suffolk Lines. Connecting the coastal town of Lowestoft with the bustling County Town of Ipswich.

Overview map showing location of the Ipswich to Felixstowe Line

One half of the East Suffolk Lines. Enjoy colourful seaside resorts and panoramic views of the Suffolk coastline.

Overview map showing location of the Wherry Lines

Experience the scenic beauty along the Wherry Lines.

Overview map showing location of the Hereward Line

Enjoy rolling countryside, wildlife havens and historic market towns.

Overview map showing location of the Crewe-Manchester line

Watch the landscape change before your eyes as you journey along the Crewe to Manchester line.

Overview map showing location of the Abbey Line

Located just outside London, the Abbey Line is perfect for exploring a little further than the capital.

Overview map showing location of the Medway Valley Line

Discover riverside walks, medieval bridges and quaint villages.

Overview map showing location of the Swale Line

Travel from the coastline to the countryside on the Swale Line.

Overview map showing location of the Arun Valley Line

Meander with the River Arun along the South Downs Way, past wetlands, thatch cottages and country pubs, to the sunny coastal gem of Littlehampton.

Overview map of the location of the TransWilts line

Explore this historic line as it meanders through the beautiful scenery of Wiltshire, bound for Westbury and its iconic White Horse.

Overview map showing location

Explore quaint villages, scenic landscapes and a historic market town in the middle of the South Downs National Park.

Overview map showing location of the Poacher Line

Starting in the vibrant city of Nottingham, the Poacher Line’s 78 mile journey runs through picturesque stations and rolling countryside.

Overview map showing location of the Bittern Line

Running from Norwich, the Bittern Line connects the city with the coast as it passes through the Broads National Park and the scenic beauty of North Norfolk.

Overview map showing location of the North Staffordshire Line

Experience rich heritage, vast countryside and award winning museums.

Overview map showing location of the Marston Vale Line

Combine wonderful countryside with plenty of history along the Marston Vale Line.

Relax and enjoy the scenic route between Tisbury and Crewkerne as the train travels across the three counties of Somerset, Dorset and Wiltshire.

Overview map showing location of the Maritime Line

The Maritime Line links the bustling Cathedral city of Truro with the harbour port of Falmouth.

Overview map showing location of the Barton Line

Journey along 23 miles of picturesque North Lincolnshire countryside.

Overview map showing location of the Marshlink Line

Superb sea views, marshes rich in wildlife and rolling chalk downs are the setting for historic Cinque Port towns.

Overview map showing location of the Atlantic Coast Line

Newquay is one of Britain's top seaside destinations. Arrive by train right into the heart of the town and ready to hit the golden beaches.

Overview map showing location of the Tonbridge-Reigate Line

Cutting through the rolling Kent and Surrey countryside parallel to the North Downs, this line takes you to wonderful cycling and walking routes.

Overview map showing location of the Brighton-Seaford Line

This train line takes you from Brighton Pier to the iconic Seven Sisters chalk cliffs at Seaford, exploring the beautiful South Downs National Park.

Overview map showing location of the Strathallan Line

See the Scottish landscape like never before as you pass historic towns and pretty villages following the riverbanks of Allan Water.

Overview map showing location of the Sunshine Coast Line

Travelling through quaint villages, bustling towns and picturesque fishing ports you’ll soon see why they call it the Sunshine Coast Line.

Overview map showing location of the Avocet Line

Take a trip along the Exe Estuary on the Avocet Line.

Spanning across four counties this charming line passes through beautiful English countryside along its 86 mile route.

Journey through beautiful countryside that forms the Surrey Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

Stretching 25 miles from the bustling Scottish capital of Edinburgh to the charming seaside town of North Berwick.

Explore historic Preston, walk along the beaches of quaint seaside towns before experiencing the bright lights of Blackpool.

Explore this picturesque line that links Wales and the Wirral with 27 miles of railway.

Travel from the vibrant city centre of Manchester out into the rolling hills of the Peak District National Park and into the quaint town of Buxton.

Journey through beautiful countryside, as you leave the bright lights of Manchester city centre behind and journey towards the picturesque Derbyshire town of Glossop.

From the vibrant northern city of Manchester, passing through some of the most scenic parts of Lancashire and arriving at the delightful market town of Clitheroe.

Enjoy chocolate box villages with thatched cottages, listed churches and traditional pubs as you explore this picturesque line.

Explore history, culture and leisure with the gateway to major cities in the North West: from Chester to Liverpool, Manchester and beyond.

From maritime to medieval, explore part of the picturesque Three Rivers Community Railway.

Take the train to see historic houses, a vineyard and a solar system in the pretty Darent Valley countryside.

This picturesque railway line starts from the historic market town of Haslemere to the quaint village of Farncombe in Surrey.

Take a journey through history as you travel along the Roman Line.

This picturesque route skirts the River Itchen as it meanders from Southampton, famous for its maritime heritage, and onwards towards the historic city of Winchester.

Journey through rolling picturesque countryside, on your way into the heart of Worcestershire.

From the historic city of Lincoln, this picturesque line delivers you straight to the fishing port of Grimsby.

Travel through lush countryside as you journey from charming Barnt Green to historic Droitwich Spa.

Take a journey through Worcestershire countryside, only 30 minutes outside of Birmingham city centre.

Journey through Essex market towns as you travel to the traditional seaside town of Southend.

Escape the city and take a relaxing journey through historic towns and villages, passing picturesque meadows and grassland, less than an hour from London.

Discover contrasting landscapes from dramatic valleys and canals to industrial and urban heritage along this 42 mile route.

Skirting the western shore of the Severn Estuary, this rail journey will treat you to breath-taking views of the River Severn no matter what time of year you’re travelling.

Discover the hidden gems of the Heart of England on this 23-mile route.

Starting from beautiful Bedford, passing through the large town of Luton before reaching historic St Albans.

This forty-minute adventure is a route of diverse scenery, taking you through cityscapes, historical landmarks, a maritime backdrop, industrial heritage and countryside views.

This 87 mile route takes you through four counties from Bristol, a buzzing creatively spirited city with a rich maritime history to the seaside town of Weymouth, on the Jurassic Coast.

Heritage Railways

Llangollen Railway

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Llangollen Railway

Llangollen - Corwen

North Yorkshire Moors Railway

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North Yorkshire Moors Railway

North Yorkshire Moors Railway

Pickering - Whitby

Peak Rail

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Peak Rail

Rowsley South - Matlock

Strathspey Steam Railway

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Strathspey Steam Railway

Aviemore - Broomhill

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GWR train on St Ives Bay Line

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