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12th March, 2024

5 great Easter holiday activities by train

Hop on the train this Easter, with kids travelling half price (5-15yrs old) and under 5s free! With so much happening across Devon and Cornwall, here are 5 of our top picks: Cotehele – Easter Egg Hunt Take the scenic train from Plymouth to Calstock in the Tamar Valley, then walk to Cotehele National Trust […]

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Bere Ferrers Spring Flower Show and Craft Fair
5th March, 2024

Bere Ferrers Spring Flower Show & Craft Fair – visit by train

Hop on the train from Plymouth to Bere Ferrers on Saturday 23rd March to enjoy the spring colours of the Tamar Valley at the village’s annual spring flower show and craft fair. Getting there It’s less than 20min from Plymouth to Bere Ferrers on the scenic Tamar Valley Line (see below for train times). The […]

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8th February, 2024

FREE hot drink as you explore North Devon

Hop on the train for a Devon day out to Barnstaple and beyond, grabbing a FREE hot drink from the Station Masters Cafe at Barnstaple station. Until 2nd April, present a valid Day Return ticket to Barnstaple (or Devon Day Ranger* ticket) to staff at the Station Masters Cafe at the station and take your […]

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8th February, 2024

Cotehele this half term – visit by train

Hop on the scenic Tamar Valley Line this half term and get the whole family out enjoying nature at the National Trust’s Cotehele. Little Gardener’s family trail (Wednesday 7th Feb – Sunday 25th Feb / 10:00 – 16:00) It’s time for the family to get out in the garden! From Wednesday 7th to Sunday 25th of February, go and […]

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8th February, 2024

February half term in Falmouth – get there by train

There’s lots to do in Falmouth this half-term – beat the traffic and get there by train on the Maritime Line. Here’s what’s on: The National Maritime Museum – Science of the Sea Saturday 10th – Sunday 18th Feb The National Maritime Museum (pictured above) is just a 5-minute walk from Falmouth Town station. The […]

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15th January, 2024

5 great beaches to visit by train in 2024

It’s no secret that Devon and Cornwall are home to some of the most beautiful beaches in the UK. We’ve listed a few of our favourites below that are easily accessible by train, so no need to worry about parking! 1. East Looe Beach, Looe Take a trip on the scenic Looe Valley Line and wander through […]

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9th January, 2024

Helston & The Lizard – visit by train and bus

Cornwall’s Lizard Peninsula has some of the most beautiful scenery in the county. Discover its great local food, sandy beaches and rugged coastline by train and onward bus. How to get there Sit back and relax on the train as you pass over the Royal Albert Bridge into Cornwall. Hop off the train at Redruth […]

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Train on the St Ives Bay Line
3rd January, 2024

Your guide to visiting Cornwall and Devon in 2024

From glorious coastal walks, to moorland wilderness to historic cities, the counties of Cornwall and Devon 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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24th November, 2023

Christmas shopping by train

Forget the hassle of traffic and parking the car – why not give Christmas shopping by train a go! Here’s our guide to what’s on in Devon and Cornwall’s cities and branch line destinations. Glass of mulled wine anyone? PLYMOUTH Plymouth’s Christmas market on Armada Way is open from Thursday 30th November to Sunday 17th December. Come […]

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24th November, 2023

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, made from thousands of flowers grown on the estate, is now available to view from 10.30am until 4pm each day until Sunday 7th January (closed […]

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