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    12th January, 2022

    Walks from the railway – Looe station to Hannafore Beach

    Enjoy this short walk (1 mile each way) from Looe station, with some great views of Looe Island. Hannafore beach is great for exploring rock pools at low tide (see tide times). Dogs are allowed all year. If you’re feeling adventurous you can extend the walk along the South West Coast Path to Polperro. Directions: […]

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    16th December, 2021

    What are the 5 longest station names on Devon & Cornwall’s branch lines?

    Time to get nerdy. Jot down what you think might be the five longest station names on the two counties’ branch lines. Then scroll down this page to see how many you got right. While they’re not quite in Wales’ league, there are still some very respectable contenders – with the longest weighing in at […]

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    8th December, 2021

    Cotehele’s Christmas garland

    Step back in time to see Cotehele’s famous Christmas garland and discover how this festive tradition came to be. Get there by train on the scenic Tamar Valley line and enjoy a crisp riverside walk to Cotehele and around the stunning estate. The garland can be viewed at Cotehele each day until the 2nd of […]

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    2nd December, 2021

    Christmas events in Barnstaple

    Take the train to Barnstaple and enjoy some festive cheer. Thursday late night shopping Street food, unique gift stalls and live music await in the town centre and Pannier Market (adorned with large Christmas wreaths and festive lights) each Thursday evening in the run-up to Christmas. Many stores and the market itself are open until […]

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    26th November, 2021

    3 great places to eat in Calstock and Bere Ferrers

    Hop on the train to the Tamar Valley to savour some scrumptious local food: 1. The Tamar Inn A beautiful 16th century pub located in the heart of Calstock serving local food and drinks. 2. Lishe Coffee Shop A quirky rustic coffee shop in Calstock, serving Cornish Smugglers Tea and Wreckers Roast Cornish coffee, cakes […]

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    25th November, 2021

    Birds of the Looe Valley Line

      The Looe Valley in Cornwall is home to some wonderful wild birds that you can spot by train. In this video we highlight four favourites: Little egret The estuaries of Devon and Cornwall have the highest concentrations of this bird in the UK. With its white plumage and black legs this is one of […]

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    23rd November, 2021

    Bere Ferrers Art & Craft Christmas Market

    Hop on the train to Bere Ferrers this Saturday (27th November) for a Christmas Market celebrating the local arts and crafts of the Bere Peninsula. Come and peruse the selection of jewellery, pottery, painting, textiles, wooden crafts, fused glass and much, much more. There will also be a bar, mulled wine, lunches, tea & coffee, […]

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    19th November, 2021

    5 great places to eat in Falmouth

    Hop on the train to Falmouth then savour some scrumptious local food: 1. The Star and Garter The Star and Garter is no ordinary pub with its innovative menu that elevates classics such as ploughman’s and pork pies. 2. The Shack Relaxed dining showcasing the best of Cornish seafood such as lobster, crab and oysters. […]

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    4th November, 2021

    Great food in Looe – our 5 top tips

    Hop on the train to Looe – with great views across the estuary as you arrive – then savour some scrumptious local food: 1. Old Sail Loft Located in one of the oldest buildings in Looe, formerly a haunt for Smugglers, the Old Sail Loft is an atmospheric restaurant with fine views over the river. […]

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    15th October, 2021

    Half-term trail at Cotehele

    Help uncover the mystery of Cotehele’s cheeky piskies this Halloween half-term. Get there by train on the Tamar Valley Line. What’s on Cotehele’s resident piskies have been up to no good this Halloween. They’ve hidden a secret message all around the gardens at Cotehele. See if you can find all eight of their secret doors […]

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