You can browse all community rail lines below, highlighting Britain’s lesser-known, scenic and historic railways, and the hidden gems, charming towns and villages, and memorable attractions they offer access to.
Sevenoaks – Swanley
Take the train to see historic houses, a vineyard and a solar system in the pretty Darent Valley countryside.
Nottingham – Matlock via Derby
A scenic trip through the historic landscape of the Derwent Valley Mills World Heritage Site.
Doncaster – Lincoln
Take a journey through history as you travel along the Doncaster to Lincoln line.
York – Edinburgh via Newcastle
The main line from London to York, Durham, Newcastle and Edinburgh, home of the Flying Scotsman, has some spectacular scenic highlights.
Liphook – Rowlands Castle
Explore quaint villages, scenic landscapes and a historic market town in the middle of the South Downs National Park.
Edinburgh Waverley – North Berwick
Experience 25 miles of picturesque Scottish countryside as you travel along the East Lothian Line.
Leamington Spa – Nuneaton
The Elephant & Bear Line links the vibrant towns and cities from Nuneaton down to Royal Leamington Spa.
Middlesbrough – Whitby
Tucked away in North Yorkshire, the Esk Valley Railway offers one of England’s most enchanting rail journeys.
Fearn – Wick via Thurso
Explore north from Inverness, following the North Sea coast as you travel along the Far North Line.
Witham – Braintree
Have an adventure in the great outdoors, explore historic places or simply enjoy browsing the shops, you’ll find it all along the Flitch Line.
Lancaster – Barrow-in-Furness
Sit back, relax and take in picture perfect views as you travel along the Furness Line.
Marks Tey – Sudbury
It may only take 20 minutes to travel the full length of the Gainsborough Line but what a journey it is.
Manchester Piccadilly – Glossop via Ashton-under-Lyne
Journey through beautiful countryside, as you leave the bright lights of Manchester city centre behind and journey towards the picturesque Derbyshire town of Glossop.
Swindon – Cheltenham Spa
Discover contrasting landscapes from dramatic valleys and canals to industrial and urban heritage along this 42 mile route.
Shrewsbury – Swansea
121 miles of scenic railway running from Swansea to Shrewsbury through the heart of beautiful Wales.
Bristol Temple Meads – Weymouth
This 87 mile route takes you through four counties from Bristol, a buzzing creatively spirited city with a rich maritime history to the seaside town of Weymouth, on the Jurassic Coast.
Peterborough – Ely
Enjoy rolling countryside, wildlife havens and historic market towns.
Dunkeld & Birnam – Carrbridge
Experience the stunning scenery of the Scottish Highlands along the Highland Main Line.
Sheffield – Manchester Piccadilly via Stockport
See dramatic scenery, quaint villages and historic viaducts along the Hope Valley Line.
Hounslow – Richmond
Follow the River Thames out of the capital and journey along the Hounslow to Richmond line.
Lincoln – Grimsby
From the historic city of Lincoln, this picturesque line delivers you straight to the fishing port of Grimsby.
Inverness – Kyle of Lochalsh
Travel coast to coast across the Highlands, in the shadows of mountains and forests along the Inverness to Kyle of Lochalsh.
Ipswich – Felixstowe
One half of the East Suffolk Lines. Enjoy colourful seaside resorts and panoramic views of the Suffolk coastline.
Ipswich – Lowestoft
Ipswich to Lowestoft forms one half of the East Suffolk Lines, connecting the coastal town of Lowestoft with the bustling county town of Ipswich.