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Appreciate the beauty of England with new eyes on a sophisticated rail tour that explores the history and culture of the country that you thought you knew. Our rail holidays in England feature journeys on renowned heritage railways which travel through breath-taking scenery, offering you the chance to witness parts of England that are normally only accessible to the most avid walkers.

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Explore Yorkshire by Rail

2/Oct

Baxters

“Very helpful, friendly booking team. Really fun trip with lots of interest and a good, enthusiastic guide. Thoroughly enjoyed!

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Walworth Castle & Durham

29/Sep

Mrs Hawkins

“Friendly staff, clean rooms, wonderful food.

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The Unspoilt Isles of Scilly

24/Sep

Michael

“We enjoyed our trip to the Scilly isles with Rail Discoveries very much. We had a lovely guide Karen and we also liked the hotel. Thank you.

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Lakes and Dales by Rail

21/Sep

Bronwyn Mitchell

“Excellent Good hotel. Excellent coaches. Rail travel was good also. We enjoyed

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The Peak District

20/Sep

Ms Edna

“Well organised .. great tour guide and driver

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Cotswolds & The Severn Valley

19/Sep

Charlotte

“We loved the the whole trip, especially the Heritage train journeys. Wonderful visits to Broadway, Cheltenham with Worcester as an excellent base.

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North Devon & Somerset

15/Sep

Sharon

“Great holiday made even better by the fantastic weather. The itinerary is just right, packing plenty in with 1 free day to do as you please. Our tour manager Colin was knowledgeable about the area which is an added bonus of course. As regular customers with the company we're very aware that this is not always the case, they are after all tour managers not tour guides. The 3 star Barnstaple hotel is only let down by it's location, a half hour walk from town with an industrial estate behind it. This made it a bit noisy at times as they worked through the nights. If it wasn't for that I suspect this would be a 4 star hotel as everything else was excellent and the food outstanding, best choice and menu we've ever had on a Rail Discoveries or Great Rail Journeys holiday. I believe that next year they're using a hotel closer to the town centre by the same hotel chain, so hopefully that will help make a great holiday into a perfect holiday.

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Isle of Wight

30/Aug

Paul

“An excellent short break to see the best of the Isle of Wight. Good hotel well located by the beach at Sandown, with a decent choice of quality meals. Each day was well planned out to maximise time to see the islands charming scenery and places of interest such as The Needles, Carisbrooke Castle, Yarmouth, Osbourne House, The Isle of Wight Steam Railway etc., mainly done by coach (driver had excellent knowledge of the island) as well as by the local train.

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The Jurassic Coast

23/Jul

Brian Morgan

“Good and interesting trip, well organised with the Hermitage Hotel on Bournemouth seafront. Two excellent steam journeys and visits to castles, gardens and the motor museum at Beaulieu. Very good tour manager

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Our comprehensive programme of excursions will also introduce you to some of the jewels of England which range from royal residences to world famous museums and art galleries. Discover the advantages of train travel in England by joining us on a journey that combines stays in some of the country's most famous cities with the chance to explore unspoilt rural landscapes.

Our rail holidays in England are just a selection of the range of tours that we offer in the UK. Discover the wild beauty of Scotland on a tour that showcases its lochs and Highlands or experience the special charm of Ireland, the choice is yours. All of our UK tours can be viewed on this website along with details of the accommodation, transport and excursions that are included. Please call for more information if you have any questions about our rail holidays in England, Scotland, Wales or Ireland.

Exploring England with Rail Discoveries

One of the best ways to admire England's unspoilt scenery is from the unique vantage point of a train. As you journey past an inspirational backdrop of rolling hills, majestic rivers and awe-inspiring moors you will be able to relax in comfort. We offer the option to upgrade to First Class train travel in England whenever we can so you can make your journey even more enjoyable. All of our rail holidays in England are also escorted by an enthusiastic and courteous Tour Manager, who will ensure that you get the most out of your short break with us, whether that is by making sure that you reach the platform on time or recommending sights for your free time.

5 unmissable sights in York

01/07/2015 · By Sukie Chapman

York is an ancient city brimming with history and beauty, experience 5 of the selected unmissable sights of the city on UK escorted rail tours.

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Value Views: Stretch Your Holiday Budget Further With Scenery-Packed Rail Tours

13/03/2023 · By Guest Author

Travelling on a budget doesn’t have to mean sacrificing the most impressive views or losing out on unforgettable experiences. On our extensive selection of tours, we offer rail passengers far more views, activities, excursions, and adventures for their money than any standard single-destination package holiday.

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The Best English Train Journeys

11/05/2022 · By Sukie Chapman

From wild moorland and floral meadows to ever-dramatic coastlines, the very best of England's natural beauty is often framed by a train window. Here's three of our favourite English railways.

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Make your travel resolution a reality: three must-visit destinations

18/01/2021 · By Katie Shaw

We hope you've been inspired by our travel resolutions; the perfect starting point to falling back in love with travel and planning the ultimate 2021 escape. If you've settled on your dream travel resolution - whether you want to go iconic with a trip on a world-renowned railway or liberate yourself on a solo adventure - now's the time to make it happen.

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England by Rail - Escorted Holidays

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The Best English Train Journeys

Make your travel resolution a reality: three must-visit destinations