Regions

Midlands

Train travelling through countryside in the evening sun
East Midlands train at Stoke Station

Image credit: North Staffordshire Community Rail Partnership

Station worker signalling train departure with EMR train at the platform

Image credit: EMR

Statue of Robin Hood and his famous bow and arrow, located in Nottingham, Midlands

Midlands

Explore the heart of England by rail and uncover the Midlands’ rich heritage, stunning landscapes, and iconic attractions. From the legendary tales of Robin Hood to charming market towns and vibrant cities, this region offers something for everyone.

Take a scenic train journey to Matlock Bath and ride the famous cable cars to the Heights of Abraham, or head to the Lincolnshire Coast for a classic seaside escape in Skegness.

Prefer history and culture? Step back in time in Oxford with its world-famous architecture, or visit Stoke-on-Trent to experience award-winning pottery museums.

With so many incredible destinations and picturesque routes, travelling by train in the Midlands is the perfect way to relax and explore. The hardest part? Deciding where to start your adventure.

Midlands

Barnt Green station in the evening glow with train at station

Arrow Valley Line

Barnt Green – Redditch

Take a journey through Worcestershire countryside, only 30 minutes outside of Birmingham city centre.

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Goxhill Station along the Barton Line, Yorkshire

Barton Line

Barton upon Humber – Cleethorpes

Journey along 23 miles of picturesque North Lincolnshire countryside.

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Great Malvern Station along the Cotswold Line

Cotswold Line

Oxford – Hereford

Spanning across four counties the charming Cotswold Line passes through beautiful English countryside along its 86 mile route.

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Peak Rail and Derwent Valley Line trains at Matlock Station

Derwent Valley Line

Nottingham – Matlock via Derby

A scenic trip through the historic landscape of the Derwent Valley Mills World Heritage Site.

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Marvel at the stunning Lincoln Cathedral

Doncaster to Lincoln

Doncaster – Lincoln

Take a journey through history as you travel along the Doncaster to Lincoln line.

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Leamington Spa Railway Station with bench and flowerbeds

Elephant & Bear Line

Leamington Spa – Nuneaton

The Elephant & Bear Line links the vibrant towns and cities from Nuneaton down to Royal Leamington Spa.

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Marvel at the stunning Lincoln Cathedral

Imps Line

Lincoln – Grimsby

From the historic city of Lincoln, this picturesque line delivers you straight to the fishing port of Grimsby.

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Stoke-on-Trent Railway Station

North Staffordshire Line

Derby – Crewe via Stoke-on-Trent

Experience rich heritage, vast countryside and award winning museums along the North Staffordshire Line.

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Heckington Railway Station along the Poacher Line. Midlands UK.

Poacher Line

Nottingham – Skegness via Grantham

Starting in the vibrant city of Nottingham, the Poacher Line stretches 78 miles across the Lincolnshire countryside.

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Lickey Incline, Barnt Green to Droitwich

Saltway Line

Barnt Green – Droitwich Spa

Travel through lush countryside as you journey along the Saltway Line from charming Barnt Green to historic Droitwich Spa.

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TPE train at Cleethorpes Station on a sunny day with passengers heading to the beach | Midlands walking and wheeling

Sheffield to Cleethorpes

Sheffield – Cleethorpes via Brigg

Sit back, relax and watch the beautiful countryside go by as you travel along the Sheffield to Cleethorpes line.

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Kidderminster Station & Severn Valley Railway

Wyre Valley Line

Hagley – Hartlebury via Kidderminster

Journey through rolling picturesque countryside, on your way into the heart of Worcestershire.

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