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    19th March, 2021

    The Dartmoor Line joins the family!

    Fantastic news this morning that the Dartmoor Line between Okehampton and Exeter will be reopening by the end of 2021 with regular, year-round services. The line will provide an excellent gateway to Okehampton, Dartmoor National Park and the Granite Way and will give local tourism a major boost. Visit the official website for the Dartmoor […]

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    15th December, 2020

    Earlier trains from Newquay

    An improved timetable introduced last weekend means there are now earlier trains to/from Newquay. There are now departures from Newquay at 07 12 and 09 17, Mondays-Fridays. This means you can arrive much earlier in Plymouth (09 09) and London (12 29), changing at Par in both cases. The new services mean commuting to Roche […]

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    11th December, 2020

    16 model shops in Devon and Cornwall

    In these tough times when we can’t explore the railways as much as we’d like at least you can create your own at home. Many of these retailers sell online too. Cornwall CAMBORNE Kernow Model Railway Centre – specialist model railway shop with huge stock. Online sales. J Toms & Sons – specialising in die-cast […]

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    18th November, 2020

    Christmas shopping guide 2020

    Rebecca Fierek Studio Pottery Christmas is going to be a little different this year, so we have picked our favourite 12 independent retailers from around Devon and Cornwall’s rail network that you can support from the safety of your sofa. When things get back to normal why not take a day trip to visit them […]

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    17th November, 2020

    Pasties by post

    Over The Top Cornish Pasties, Calstock While travel might be restricted at the moment, your appetite doesn’t have to be! Treat yourself to some scrumptious pasties by post and support local businesses on Cornwall’s branch lines at the same time. And when lockdown’s over, hop on the train and pay a visit in person. Over […]

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    5th October, 2020

    5 great day trips by train from Plymouth

    Hop on the train from Plymouth for some fantastic days out across Devon and Cornwall. Here are some of our favourites: 1. Calstock Visit this picturesque gem on the banks of the River Tamar. Arrive by train across the impressive viaduct and explore the village. Enjoy some top pub food at the Tamar Inn and […]

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    28th September, 2020

    Great value journeys on the East Devon Line

    EAST DEVON LINE - YOUR GUIDE TO TAKING THE TRAIN 5 great day trips by train FROM THE EAST DEVON LINE Photo: Visit Plymouth 5 GREAT DAY TRIPS | WAYS TO SAVE | TRAVEL TIPS | TRAVELLING FOR WORK | RAIL MAP 5 GREAT DAY TRIPS | WAYS TO SAVE | TRAVEL TIPS TRAVELLING FOR […]

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    22nd September, 2020

    3 cracking station cafes on the Tarka Line between Exeter and Barnstaple

    Eggesford Crossing Cafe The scenic Tarka Line between Exeter and Barnstaple has some great independent station cafes. So whether it’s a full cooked breakfast, coffee and cake, or something in between – treat yourself! Barnstaple Station Master’s Cafe Enjoy everything from pancakes to paninis and ice cream milkshakes to a full English breakfast. Seating available […]

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    20th September, 2020

    Visit Exeter by train from North Devon

    Photo: Richard Austin Whether you want to hit the shops or visit the city’s historic quayside, hop on the train to Exeter. You’ll arrive right in the heart of the city at Exeter Central station. The station forecourt has some great places to eat and drink including the Exploding Bakery, Zuki’s Caffetteria and Pieminister. Pieminister […]

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    15th September, 2020

    9 great castles and National Trust properties to visit without your car

    St Michael's Mount Devon and Cornwall are home to some fantastic castles and National Trust properties. You can visit many of them by public transport. Here are some of our favourites. Cornwall Cotehele © Caroline Ingram (Creative Commons) Tucked away in the Tamar Valley, Cotehele Estate is home to a beautiful Tudor manor house, working […]

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