Lines

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.

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Travelling along the TransWilts Line

Swindon – Salisbury

Explore this historic line as it meanders through the beautiful scenery of Wiltshire, bound for Westbury and its iconic White Horse.

TPE train at Cleethorpes Station on a sunny day with passengers heading to the beach

Sheffield – Cleethorpes via Brigg

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

Penistone Viaduct along the Penistone Line

Sheffield – Huddersfield

The beautiful Penistone Line stretches from the historic West Yorkshire town of Huddersfield to the vibrant cultural city of Sheffield.

Stoke-on-Trent Railway Station

Derby – Crewe via Stoke-on-Trent

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

North Downs in the Autumn

Reigate – Guildford

Journey through beautiful countryside that forms the Surrey Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

Kingsferry Bridge and Sheppey Crossing along the Swale Rail Line.

Sittingbourne – Sheerness-on-Sea

Travel from the coastline to the countryside on the Swale Line.

Frodsham Station along the North Cheshire Line

Hooton – Warrington Bank Quay

Explore history, culture and leisure with the gateway to major cities in the North West: from Chester to Liverpool, Manchester and beyond.

Great walks from Calstock station

Plymouth – Gunnislake

Take a trip into the picturesque Tamar Valley - with great views from Calstock Viaduct.

A train to London running alongside the New River Path near Hertford East

Hertford East – Broxbourne

Escape the city and take a relaxing journey through historic towns and villages, passing picturesque meadows and grassland, less than an hour from London.

Train on Black Bridge near Umberleigh on the Tarka Line

Exeter Central – Barnstaple

Explore scenic north Devon on the Tarka Line for a real taste of the great British countryside.

Train at Delamere Railway Station along the Mid Cheshire Line. North West UK.

Manchester Piccadilly – Chester

Enjoy Marvellous Days Out on the Mid Cheshire Line which connects Chester to Manchester via Northwich, Knutsford, Altrincham, and Stockport.

Walking in the Ashdown countryside High Weald

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.

Heckington Railway Station along the Poacher Line. Midlands UK.

Nottingham – Skegness via Grantham

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

Train travelling through picturesque countryside along the Medway Valley Line. South East UK.

Strood – Tonbridge via Maidstone

Discover riverside walks, medieval bridges and quaint villages.

Train on the Mayflower Line

Manningtree – Harwich Town

Follow the path of the River Stour estuary from Manningtree to Harwich as you journey along the Mayflower Line.

Marston Vale Line with green tree in the background

Bletchley – Bedford

Combine wonderful countryside with plenty of history along the Marston Vale Line.

Rye Station

Ashford International – Eastbourne

Superb sea views, marshes rich in wildlife and rolling chalk downs are the setting for historic Cinque Port towns.

Train on Collegewood Viaduct on the Maritime Line between Truro and Falmouth

Truro – Falmouth

The Maritime Line links the bustling Cathedral city of Truro with the harbour port of Falmouth.

GWR train on the Looe Valley Line

Liskeard – Looe

Take a journey though a picturesque wooden valley and watch the scenery change as you emerge next to the scenic East Looe River on your way to the fishing town of Looe.

Explore the historic Tyne Valley scenic rail line in Britain

Newcastle – Carlisle

Journey on this historic route, originally opened in 1838, that provides easy access to Hadrian's Wall World Heritage Site.

Train travelling through the Lake District to Windermere

Oxenholme Lake District – Windermere via Kendal

Explore the heart of the Lake District National Park as you travel along the Lakes Line.

Bench seat overlooking Ashdown Forest

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.

Train on the Isle of Wight, along the Island Line.

Ryde Pier Head – Shanklin

Visit the picturesque Isle of Wight and travel on the Island Line linking Ryde with the seaside resorts of Sandown and Shanklin.

Colourful Lowestoft Beach Huts near the East Suffolk railway line. East UK.

Ipswich – Lowestoft

One half of the East Suffolk Lines. Connecting the coastal town of Lowestoft with the bustling County Town of Ipswich.

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