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18th August, 2025

Drawn to the Valley Open Studios – get there by train

From Sat 23rd – Sun 31st August, hop on the train from Plymouth into the Tamar Valley for the much-anticipated return of Open Studios by Drawn to the Valley. As part of the programme, this year the Tamar Valley Centre in Gunnislake and Cotehele National Trust in Calstock will be showcasing paintings, jewellery and ceramics from a range […]

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5th August, 2025

Plymouth Fireworks – extra trains home

Beat the traffic and travel by train to and from the British Firework Championships in Plymouth on Wed 13 and Thurs 14 August thanks to additional services to Penzance, Gunnislake and Exeter. The evening’s entertainment The free event will showcase the talent of three top pyrotechnic companies each night as they battle it out to […]

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Woman having a drink while looking out across Looe’s harbour
30th July, 2025

Evening out in Looe by train

Whether you want to explore Looe’s historic pubs, soak up the atmos with a top meal or take a stroll on the beach, Looe’s train service now runs later into the evening, making it a great trip this summer. Getting there Start by taking the main line to Liskeard, then head to Platform 3 for […]

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29th July, 2025

North Devon Show – get there by train

It’s the return of the North Devon Show on Wednesday 6th August 2025. Attractions include carriage driving, vintage cars, live music, a tractor parade and more. Visit on the scenic Tarka Line from Exeter. Plan your trip Buy an Off-Peak Day Return to Umberleigh and then take the free shuttle bus from Umberleigh station to the showground. Outward times […]

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Forder Viaduct, Cornwall
24th July, 2025

10 great summer day trip ideas by train

Forget the hassle of traffic and parking – with two trains an hour on the Cornish Main Line, explore by train this summer. Check out 10 of our favourite local day trip ideas: 1. PLYMOUTH Hit the shops at Drake Circus, explore the Barbican or take a dip at the Tinside Lido. Visit the National […]

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15th July, 2025

Railway songs and sea shanties in Bere Ferrers

Hop on the Tamar Valley Line train to Bere Ferrers this Saturday, 19th July, for an afternoon of music, cream teas and heritage as part of the Railway 200 celebrations – marking 200 years of Britain’s railway history. What’s on The Tamar Belle heritage centre (pictured, tucked behind Bere Ferrers station – see map at […]

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Free Guided Walk - Causeland to Sandplace, Thurs 3rd July
21st June, 2025

Free guided walk: Causeland to Sandplace

On Thursday 3rd July, join Blue Badge guide and author Mark Camp for a scenic but hilly 3.5-mile walk through the peaceful East Looe Valley. The route explores hidden coombes and leafy lanes as you find out about the history of the Liskeard to Looe Canal. The walk Starting at 12:10pm from Causeland station, this […]

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6th June, 2025

Rail to Trail: South West Coast Path walks

To help people access the South West Coast Path by train, new walking maps have been unveiled at five key railway stations in Cornwall: Penzance, Looe, Newquay, Falmouth Town and Falmouth Docks. The project is a collaboration between the South West Coast Path, the Devon and Cornwall Rail Partnership and Great Western Railway, who funded […]

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Man walking the sea wall at Teignmouth with train on left and sea on right
30th May, 2025

5 South West Coast Path walks from railway stations

With The Salt Path out in cinemas today, here are five of our favourite coast path walks from stations in Devon and Cornwall. 1. Looe to Polperro 5.5 miles Take the scenic Looe Valley Line from Liskeard to Looe, then walk the South West Coast Path to Polperro. Return to Looe on the 73 or […]

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23rd May, 2025

5 great May half-term activities by train

Hop on the train this half-term, with kids travelling half price (5-15yrs old) and under 5s free. With great things happening across Devon and Cornwall, here are five of our top picks: A Kernewek half-term at Cotehele Calstock Sat 24th – Sat 31st May 2025, 10:00 – 16:00 Hop on the scenic Tamar Valley Line […]

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