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    29th March, 2022

    Honiton Spring Market and Fun Day

    Hop on the train to Honiton this Saturday for street stalls, live music, reptile displays, miniature ponies and more. Honiton’s high street is just 5 minutes’ walk from the station (map). Look up train times.

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    16th March, 2022

    Dartmoor adventures by train

    Take the Dartmoor Line to Okehampton (just 40 minutes from Exeter) and try outdoor activities for families and groups right from the station. Adventure Okehampton is based at the Youth Hostel next to the station. They offer bike or minibus transport to activities including: Gorge scrambling Canoeing/Kayaking Rock climbing Other options including archery, bushcraft and […]

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    15th March, 2022

    Enjoy the beautiful daffodils of the Tamar Valley at Bere Ferrers Spring Flower Show and Craft Fair

    Update: Unfortunately, the craft fair has been postponed. The flower show and guided walk will go on as planned. Hop on the train from Plymouth to Bere Ferrers on Saturday 26th March to enjoy the spring colours of the Tamar Valley and a triple bill in this picturesque village: Art & Craft Fair (Bere Ferrers […]

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    2nd March, 2022

    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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    2nd February, 2022

    Dog-friendly Cornish beaches by train

    Dogs ride free on the train (up to two dogs per person – just bring a lead), so hop aboard and take your four-legged friend on a beach adventure: These beaches welcome dogs all year round: Great Western beach | Newquay Photo: Felipe Kos under Creative Commons license Newquay station is in the heart of […]

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    25th January, 2022

    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 TIPSTRAVELLING FOR WORK […]

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    21st January, 2022

    4 great Dartmoor pubs on the Granite Way

    Highwayman Inn (Julie Mac, Creative Commons) Hop on the train to Okehampton, then explore the Granite Way to Lydford and treat yourself to a cosy pub lunch along the way – including at “Britain’s most unusual inn”. Advance notice: Engineering works mean buses replace trains 19-27 Feb and 25 April to 9 May on the […]

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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 (watch our sneak preview on YouTube). 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 […]

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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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