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.
Preston – Blackpool South
Explore the charming scenery as you leave Preston and travel along the South Fylde Line towards vibrant Blackpool.
Gretna Green – Stranraer via Dumfries, Kilmarnock, and Ayr
Travel through lush Scottish countryside as you journey along the South West Scotland Line.
Southampton Central – Salisbury
From maritime to medieval, explore the picturesque Southampton to Salisbury line.
Southampton Central – Winchester via Eastleigh
Take the train as it follows the River Itchen and meanders from Southampton to Winchester.
Wickford – Southend
Journey through Essex market towns as you travel along the Southend Line ending at this traditional seaside town.
St Erth – St Ives
Considered one of the most beautiful routes in Britain, you need to experience the St Ives Bay Line for yourself.
Stirling – Perth via Dunblane
See the Scottish landscape like never before as you pass historic towns and pretty villages following the riverbanks of Allan Water along the Strathallan Line.
Colchester – Clacton
Travelling through quaint villages, bustling towns and picturesque fishing ports you’ll soon see why this line is called the Sunshine Coast Line.
Haslemere – Farncombe
Explore historic towns and charming villages along the Surrey Hills to South Downs line.
Brighton – Seaford
Travel through the beautiful South Downs National Park as you explore the Sussex Downs Line.
Sittingbourne – Sheerness-on-Sea
Travel from the coastline to the countryside on the Swale Line.
Plymouth – Gunnislake
Take a trip into the picturesque Tamar Valley - with great views from Calstock Viaduct.
Exeter Central – Barnstaple
Explore scenic north Devon on the Tarka Line for a real taste of the great British countryside.
Leeds – Morecambe / Heysham Port via Skipton, Bentham & Lancaster
Explore the beautiful Bentham Line, nestled in scenic Yorkshire & Lancashire countryside.
Tonbridge – Reigate
Cutting through the rolling Kent and Surrey countryside parallel to the North Downs, this line takes you to wonderful cycling and walking routes.
Swindon – Salisbury
Explore this historic line as it meanders through the beautiful scenery of Wiltshire, bound for Westbury and its iconic White Horse.
Newcastle – Carlisle
Experience one of Britain's most captivating rail journeys along the Tyne Valley Railway, providing easy access to explore Hadrian's Wall World Heritage Site.
Uckfield – East Grinstead
Rolling green countryside, heathland and streams, delightful walks and cycle routes, and three of the best heritage railway lines in the country.
Crianlarich – Mallaig via Fort William
Enjoy unparalleled panoramic views of lochs dominated by towering mountains and delve deep in the wilds of the West Highland Line.
Windsor – Reading via Ashford
The Windsor to Reading line is bursting with a world of possibilities and exploration.
Hagley – Hartlebury via Kidderminster
Journey through rolling picturesque countryside, on your way into the heart of Worcestershire.
Hull – Scarborough
Visit historic Hull, the UK City of Culture 2017, before exploring the seaside resorts of Bridlington, Filey and Scarborough.