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Melton. Photo by Greater Anglia.

There are many spectacular views to enjoy in East Anglia and there's no better way to see them than by train where you can watch the scenery go by and escape the hassle of traffic congestion and car park queues.

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...

West Highland Line

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

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

Family and train at platform

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

Abbey Line train in the sunset

Located less than 20 minutes away from London Euston, the Abbey Line is ideal for a day out away from the capital.

A selection of Scenic Rail Britain postcards on a table

Developed and managed by Community Rail Network, our Scenic Rail Britain website and social media channels are driven by community-led content, with local insights and knowledge from across the grassroots community rail movement.

Train staff assisting a passenger in a wheelchair at the station

Any train company can organise assistance for your entire journey, even if you are travelling on multiple services.

Barnt Green station in the evening glow with train at station

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

Arun Valley train pasing through countryside with Arundel Castle and forest in the background

Often overlooked due to the area’s busy international airport, this route has a lot more to offer than just a gateway to overseas.

GWR train passing over viaduct with blue sky in background along the Atlantic Coast Line to Newquay by train

Take the train to the coast and experience Newquay, one of Britain’s top seaside destinations.

Family on platform waving at train as it pulls into station

Find suggestions for a exciting autumn days out with the family by train.

Train travelling along Avocet Line with people walking at the side

Take a trip along the stunning Exe Estuary on the Avocet Line.

National Trust Knole, Sevenoaks along the Darent Valley Line

Discover some of the most inspiring and iconic buildings in the city of history before heading south to explore quaint traditional villages with 12th century churches and onwards to uncover a 400 year old archbishops palace.

Goxhill Station along the Barton Line, Yorkshire

Journey along 23 miles of picturesque North Lincolnshire countryside.

Orchard RHS Wisley.

Join our friends at Good Journey as they share with us the beautiful orchards you can visit without a car.

Bedford - view of river and bridge with white swans swimming

Starting from beautiful Bedford, this line passes through Luton before reaching historic St Albans.

Train travelling along the Bentham Line through lush countryside

Explore the history of the Bentham Line, nestled in scenic Yorkshire & Lancashire countryside.

Darlington station with Cross Country train waiting for passengers - Bishop Line

Taking just 27 minutes you’ll enjoy a relaxing journey admiring the rich heritage and beautiful landscape along the way.

Greater Anglia train travelling along the Bittern Line with the sea in the background

Running from Norwich, the Bittern Line connects the city with the coast as it passes through the Broads National Park and the scenic beauty of North Norfolk.

Places to go by train, Blackmore Vale

Relax and enjoy the scenic route between Tisbury and Crewkerne as the train travels across the three counties of Somerset, Dorset and Wiltshire.

Looking across the platform at Wrexham station along the Borderlands Line

Explore this picturesque line that links Wales and the Wirral with 27 miles of railway.

Train travelling through lush Scottish landscapes, with green trees and house in background Borders Railway

See a snapshot of Scottish history as you travel along the Borders Railway.

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