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15th October, 2025

Falmouth half-term fun – get there by train

Falmouth is the perfect family day out this half term – beat the traffic and get there by train on the Maritime Line from Truro. Here’s what’s on: The National Maritime Museum Cornwall The October half-term activities are free as part of the Museum’s annual admission fee. Pay once and get in free for a […]

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Great value train trips from South East Cornwall
15th October, 2025

Great value train trips from South East Cornwall

Hop on the train this autumn, with great value fares including: Looe-Plymouth£8.60 Off-Peak Day Return Liskeard-Truro£13.60 Off-Peak Day Return Saltash-Plymouth£4.30 Off-Peak Day Return Devon & Cornwall RailcardGet a third off all these fares with a Devon & Cornwall Railcard. Costing just £13 a year, the railcard gives 1/3 off for you and a friend, plus […]

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14th October, 2025

Free Guided Walk: East Looe – Up and Over

On Tuesday 21st October, join Blue Badge guide and author Mark Camp for a panoramic walk around East Looe. This scenic route zigzags its way uphill from the station, out to the Wooldown for fantastic views and then loops back into town via the South West Coast Path. If you thought you knew Looe, this […]

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9th October, 2025

North Devon FOODfest – get there by train

Hop on the scenic Tarka Line to Barnstaple on Sunday 19th October for the return of North Devon FOODfest 2025. What’s On The district’s biggest food and drink festival is back! Taking place in Barnstaple’s Pannier Market from 10:00am – 3:30pm, it’s free to attend with no booking needed and is less than a 15-minute […]

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28th September, 2025

Bere Ferrers Apple Fest – get there by train

Hop on the scenic Tamar Valley Line to Bere Ferrers for the 25th Anniversary Apple Festival on Saturday 4th October! What’s on This year marks the 25th anniversary of the much-loved Bere Ferrers Apple Fest, organised by the Tavy and Tamar Apple Group. To celebrate, there will be extra displays and activities to make this […]

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Looe Festival of Words, Wed 1st October to Sun 5th October
23rd September, 2025

Looe Festival of Words – get there by train

Looe Festival of Words is back for its second year! This FREE celebration of reading, writing, and the love of words runs from Wednesday 1st to Sunday 5th October. Events include writing workshops, crafts, literary walks, author talks, poetry nights, storytelling, quizzes and more. All events are free, though some may require booking. Get there […]

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11th September, 2025

Looe Weekender Festival – get there by train

Hop on the scenic Looe Valley Line for the much anticipated return of The Looe Weekender Festival! From Fri 19 to Sun 21st, this jam-packed music event is FREE to attend, with no need to book any gigs in advance, just turn up and enjoy the music! What’s on On Friday, Saturday and Sunday, 12 […]

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2nd September, 2025

Looe Food & Drink Festival – get there by train

Local chef demonstrations, live music and delicious regional produce will all feature at Looe’s Food & Drink Festival on Sunday 14th September. What’s on Held at the Quay in East Looe from 10:00 – 18:30, this free-to-attend event will be bursting with talented chefs and brilliant local suppliers showcasing the very best food, drink and produce that Cornwall […]

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1st September, 2025

Tea & Train this September

This September, visitors to Cotehele House who have arrived by train can enjoy a free regular hot drink in the Barn Café. Just show your train ticket at reception to receive a voucher, then exchange it in the café for a comforting cup of tea, coffee or hot chocolate. How to claim your free hot […]

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29th August, 2025

Free walk and talks to celebrate Looe Valley Line’s history

Thursday 11th September marks a special date in the history of the Looe Valley Line – the anniversary of its very first passenger services back in 1879. To celebrate, a series of free events will take place on the line as part of Railway 200, a nationwide programme marking 200 years of the modern railway. […]

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