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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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    7th October, 2021

    Top 5 Cornish beaches to visit by train

    1. East Looe beach Take a trip on the scenic Looe Valley Line and wander through the attractive seaside town of Looe down to the beach. It’s sandy, family friendly and safe for swimming. If you’re after rock pools, head to the nearby Hannafore beach at West Looe. How to get there? 0.6 miles walk […]

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    29th September, 2021

    Bere Apple Fest returns for 2021 – UPDATE: CANCELLED

    ⚠️ UPDATE: With great regret, the organisers have taken the decision to cancel the event due to the forecasted stormy weather. Residents in Plymouth are being encouraged to take the train from Plymouth to Bere Ferrers in the Tamar Valley to visit Bere Apple Fest on Saturday 3 October 2021. This long-time feature in the […]

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    14th September, 2021

    Introducing the Evening Out Return

    Whether you’re heading for a meal out at Axminster’s River Cottage Kitchen, fancy an afternoon antique-hunting in Honiton or a night out from East Devon to Exeter, we’ve got just the ticket. Great savings The new SWR Evening Out Return offers savings of up to 25% on journeys on the East Devon Line (Exeter-Axminster). This […]

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