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14th October, 2024

Falmouth half-term fun – get there by train

Falmouth is the perfect family day out this half term – beat the traffic and get there by train on the Maritime Line. Here’s what’s on: The National Maritime Museum The Silhouettes & Shadows activities listed below are all free as part of the Museum’s annual admission fee. Pay once and get in free for a […]

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14th October, 2024

A family day out at Cotehele this half-term

Hop on the train to Calstock for a spooky family day out this October half-term at Cotehele National Trust. What’s On All of Cotehele’s half-term events are free to join. Spooky Scarecrows and the Harvest Celebration don’t need to be booked in advance. Please note that normal admission charges for non-members apply. Spooky Scarecrows at […]

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11th October, 2024

North Devon FOODfest – get there by train

Hop on the scenic Tarka Line to Barnstaple on Sunday 20th October for the return of North Devon FOODfest. What’s on Held in Barnstaple’s Pannier Market from 10am – 3pm, the FOODfest is the district’s largest food and drink festival. It’s free to attend with no booking needed and it’s less than a 15-minute walk […]

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FREE guided walk - Making for Morval, Tues 22 October from Sandplace station
8th October, 2024

Free guided walk: Making for Morval

On Tuesday 22nd October, join professional Blue Badge tour guide Mark Camp for an autumnal walk up to the delightful Morval Church, hidden away in the centre of the old estate. Return down Holdencoombe and through Tregarland Woods, kicking up leaves as you go! Update: walk now full. Thanks for everyone’s interest and bookings! The […]

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Salcombe, with boats in foreground
27th September, 2024

Salcombe – visit by train and bus

Salcombe is a real Devon gem with its golden beaches, boat trips, top food & drink, art galleries, boutique shops and coastal walks. It’s easy to visit by train and bus. Take the train to Totnes then hop on the 164 bus to Salcombe, right outside the station. Places to explore In our video, we […]

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26th September, 2024

Our five favourite Walks from the Railway

With dozens of walks from the railway to choose from on our website (all with free directions PDFs to download or print) we thought we’d pull together five of our favourites… 1. Penryn to Falmouth (via Flushing) 3 miles Hop on the train from Truro to Penryn for a riverside walk to the village of […]

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Truro Food Festival - visit by train
25th September, 2024

Truro Food Festival – visit by train

With two trains an hour on the Cornish main line, head to Truro Food Festival this week. The festival runs Wed 25 to Sun 29 September at Lemon Quay, just a 15-minute walk from Truro station. From live chef demos, to live music to great local food & drink there’s lots to explore. Festival opening […]

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20th September, 2024

Bere Ferrers Apple Fest – get there by train

Hop on the scenic Tamar Valley Line to Bere Ferrers for the return of their annual Apple Festival on Saturday 5th October! What’s on This long-time feature in the Tamar Valley calendar is a fan favourite! It’s free to attend and will be held under canvas outside Bere Ferrers Church Hall from 13 00 – […]

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18th September, 2024

Looe Festival of Words – get there by train

Looe’s Festival of Words, a brand-new FREE event for lovers of reading and writing, will be happening Tuesday 1st to Sunday 6th October. With a fantastic range of events from writing workshops to guided walks, there’s something for everyone – and you can get there by train on the scenic Looe Valley Line! Looe Valley […]

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Summerleaze beach, Bude
17th September, 2024

Bude – visit by train & bus

Head to Bude in North Cornwall for glorious beaches, coastal walks, the famous Sea Pool and lots more. It’s easy to visit by train and bus. Take the Dartmoor Line from Exeter to Okehampton in just 40 minutes, then the bus to Bude is right outside the railway station. Places to explore In our video, […]

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