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Glenfinnan viaduct with rugged mountains in the background | from rails to reels

Discover how you can go from rails to reels and explore iconic film and TV locations across Britain by train.

Train travelling across viaduct with Lake District mountain peaks in the distance | Furness Line

Sit back, relax and take in picture perfect views as you travel along the Furness Line.

Evening train travelling across the Chappel Viaduct along the Gainsborough Line. East UK

It may only take 20 minutes to travel the full length of the Gainsborough Line but what a journey it is.

Win Hill Hope Valley. Beautiful parks by train

Journey through beautiful countryside, as you leave the bright lights of Manchester city centre behind and journey towards the picturesque Derbyshire town of Glossop.

Win Hill Hope Valley. Beautiful parks by train

Visit Britain's most beautiful parks by train and explore for yourself how community rail lines across Britain offer scenic, sustainable routes to some of the country’s most picturesque parks.

Rodborough Common

Discover contrasting landscapes from dramatic valleys and canals to industrial and urban heritage along this 42 mile route.

Ramblers ready to start their walk at Craven Arms Railway Station along the Heart of Wales Line

Kids under 5 ride free, and you can save big with half-price tickets for 5-15 year olds or a 16-25 Railcard for teens! Plus, bring up to two pets for free and unlock even more savings with a Family & Friends Railcard!

View from the train along the Buxton Line

Discover a local's guide to travelling along the Buxton Line and get inspring ideas for days out by train.

People looking out of the bus window at the crashing waves and blue sky

Join our guest blogger, Madeleine Sugden, as she reminisces about when she went on a car-free holiday with the family to Cornwall.

Discover Hereward the Wake (hero of the Fens) along the Hereward Line

Discover the hero of the Fens, Hereward the Wake, as you journey from Ely to Peterborough

Group of people waiting for a train at a stone-built station | how railways boost local economies

In this special guest blog, Rail Delivery Group shares how railways boost local economies and are more than just a way to travel.

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.

Person holding children in each arm with a child running in the background through poppy fields - great days out with good journey

Enjoy great days out with Good Journey as they share with us some of the best deals when travelling by train.

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.

Welsh coast Barmouth Bridge

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

Train travelling across viaduct surrounded by lush green Welsh countryside.

121 miles of scenic railway running from Swansea to Shrewsbury through the heart of beautiful Wales.

South Wessex train travelling through English countryside

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.

Ely Cathedral from King's Walk in the sunshine

Enjoy rolling countryside, wildlife havens and historic market towns.

Train travelling through the Drumochter Pass along the Highland Main Line.

Experience the stunning scenery of the Scottish Highlands along the Highland Main Line.

A train travelling in Cumbria, with a river in the foreground, and hills in the background.

Taking the train is one of the greenest ways to travel. It enables you to uncover Britain's hidden gems, head off the beaten track, marvel at spectacular views, discover our country's diverse history and many more adventures avoiding the stress and pollution of driving and parking.

Train travelling through the stunning landscape of the Hope Valley Line

See dramatic scenery, quaint villages and historic viaducts along the Hope Valley Line.

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

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

Richmond stone bridge over the River Thames and boats

Follow the River Thames out of the capital and journey along the Hounslow to Richmond line.

Marvel at the stunning Lincoln Cathedral

From the historic city of Lincoln, this picturesque line delivers you straight to the fishing port of Grimsby.

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