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Great value train trips
23rd December, 2025

Great value train trips from Dawlish and Teignmouth

Hop on the train from Dawlish and Teignmouth, with great value fares including: Teignmouth-Exeter£6.70 Off-Peak Day Return Dawlish-Plymouth£10.80 Off-Peak Day Return Teignmouth-Exmouth£9.90 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 […]

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Great value train trips
23rd December, 2025

Take the Tamar Valley Line train

Hop on the Tamar Valley Line. Trains run seven days a week, with great value fares: Bere Alston – Plymouth£6.80 Off-Peak Day Returnor £4.50 with a railcard (subject to Ts & Cs) Gunnislake – Plymouth£8.30 Off-Peak Day Returnor £5.50 with a railcard (subject to Ts & Cs) Devon & Cornwall RailcardSave a third with a […]

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Train on the St Ives Bay Line
18th December, 2025

Your guide to visiting Devon and Cornwall in 2026

From glorious coastal walks, to moorland wilderness to historic cities, the counties of Devon and Cornwall in England’s South West are ‘must visits’ on your next trip to the UK. It’s easy by train – just sit back and enjoy the views. Right from the airport London Heathrow has fast, direct trains to London Paddington […]

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12th December, 2025

A festive evening out by train: Calstock’s Advent Windows

Hop on the scenic Tamar Valley Line if you’re looking for a relaxed, festive evening out this December. From Plymouth, it’s just a 30-minute journey to Calstock – a riverside village that lights up each winter with its much-loved Advent Windows trail. What’s on Every night from 1 December, a new illuminated window is revealed […]

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4th December, 2025

Cotehele Christmas Garland – get there by train

Combine a visit to see Cotehele National Trust’s Christmas garland with a scenic trip on the Tamar Valley Line and a crisp riverside and woodland walk. The famous 60-foot garland, crafted from a record-breaking 38,000 dried flowers grown on the Cotehele estate, is the largest ever displayed in the Great Hall! Thanks to an exceptional growing season […]

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20th November, 2025

All Aboard the Christmas CreativiTea Train

UPDATE: Event cancelled due to flooding on the line. We have contacted all those who had booked by email. Join artist Sally Crabtree and the Devon & Cornwall Rail Partnership team on the Christmas CreativiTea Train along the scenic Looe Valley Line. What’s on On Friday 5 December, unwrap your creative side and dip into […]

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18th November, 2025

FREE Tamar Valley Festive Guided Walk

On Tuesday 2nd December, hop aboard the scenic Tamar Valley Line for a free guided winter walk (UPDATE: NOW FULLY BOOKED) from Bere Alston to Bere Ferrers via Weir Quay, led by local historian Clive Charlton. As you wind your way through the frosty countryside, Clive will bring the landscape to life with tales from […]

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12th November, 2025

Festive things to do by train from Plymouth

Switch it up this Christmas and hop on the train from Plymouth to great local markets and events to get you in the festive spirit! From bustling markets to late-night shopping, we’ve rounded up some of the top spots that are easily accessible by train from Plymouth. Think unique gifts, festive cheer, and maybe even […]

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12th November, 2025

Christmas markets and events in Cornwall and Plymouth by train

Forget the stress of parking and traffic this festive period and hop on the train to your favourite Christmas events. From bustling markets to late-night shopping, we’ve rounded up the top spots accessible by train – all just a short stroll from the station. Think unique gifts, festive cheer, and maybe even a glass of […]

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12th November, 2025

Bere Ferrers Christmas Art & Craft Fair – get there by train

Hop on the train to the picturesque village of Bere Ferrers for the return of their annual Christmas Art & Craft Fair on Saturday, 29th November. This small but impressive event is a true celebration of local creativity from the Bere Peninsula – perfect for some relaxed festive shopping! What’s on From 11 am – […]

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