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Get settled in your cosy space, grab your favourite drink and find inspiration for your next scenic rail adventure as you read our latest blogs.

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Train travelling across viaduct surrounded by lush green Welsh countryside

See our suggestions of railway trips to take along the main line network across Wales for a greener day out, shortbreak or holiday by train.

Family waving at train, before going on days out by rail

Find suggestions for fun days out by train with the family this Easter.

People walking across the countryside with Ribblehead viaduct in the background

With the help of the Ramblers, Britain's walking charity, we've highlighted some of the most picturesque walking routes that are easy to access from the train and suitable for solo adventures, catching up with friends or experiencing with the whole family.

Tarka Line train crosses a small viaduct in Devon

In this special guest blog we welcome Visit South Devon as they share with us why you should take the train to fully experience South Devon and have a greener adventure.

Station platform with stone building, Cromford

Could these railway stations be the top five most romantic in Britain? Have a look and let us know if we feature your favourite.

Scenic views from a train window

Join guest blogger Madeleine Sugden as she shares her car-free family adventure in the south west, earlier in the year.

Cambrian Coast Lines, Wales on Rails

Discover how easy it is to have a greener day out & visit some of these popular attractions by train. Read more...

Family and train at platform

Spend quality time with the grandkids and take them on a day out by train.

Discover 7 reasons why you should consider going car-free and take the train on your next day trip or short break.

Scotland's scenic railways | Viaduct with mountains in background. West Highland Line

Discover 7 favourite green & scenic rail journeys across Britain from founder of Green Traveller, Richard Hammond in our latest guest blog.

Days out by rail garden tour West Runton

Join our friends at Greater Anglia as they take us on a delightful garden tour by train.

Welsh coast Barmouth Bridge

Join Good Journey as they share their favourite waterside walks and car-free adventures in our latest #daysoutbyrail guest blog.

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