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Discover our wealth of interesting tours in the UK and Ireland. From the bright lights of London to the stark landscapes of the Scottish Highlands.
From London's famous sights, to the stark landscapes of the Scottish Highlands, the UK offers a wealth of fascinating experiences, whilst Ireland's Ring of Kerry and west coast enchant with verdant countryside, welcoming villages and hearty food and drink.
Discover the tiny Isle of Man, that bursts with scenery and wonderful heritage railways, or venture to the North of England, and journey around picturesque Yorkshire & Northumberland.
Perhaps travel back in time to discover the history of Cymru on our Railways and Castles of Wales tour and venture through stunning valleys on board some of the most scenic heritage railway journeys in the kingdom. The Enchanting Emerald Isle is just as breathtaking and verdant as the name suggests. From the iconic Cliffs of Moher, to its many incredible traditions and music, Ireland is an exciting destination in every way.
And a visit to the Isles of Scilly is tantalizingly sensible. With coastlines drenched in swathes of pristine beaches, and a fascinating indigenous wildlife population, it feels a million miles away from much of Britain.
From ancient Stonehenge and Viking York, to the wild, desolate beauty of the Yorkshire Moors and the colourful houses and sandy beaches of the Cornish coast, there is a lot to see and do, much of it accessible from the comfort of England's fantastic railway network.
Experience the spectacle of marching bands when you visit the Edinburgh Tattoo by train, with pipes and drums resonating from the castle's elevated setting. Complimenting the trip, witness incredible lochs, glens and mountains as we explore the West Highlands.
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Usher in the spring season on this colourful flower-filled tour. From our beautiful woodland base in St Austell, we visit the Cornwall Flower Show, see the famous Eden Project and Heligan, and explore the Cornish countryside by heritage train.
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Enjoy a fantastic tour of North Wales, based in charming Llandudno. From here we explore the historic steam railways and impressive castles found along the coastline of this beautiful and mountainous region of Wales.
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The Isle of Man is famous for its stunning coastline, superb sandy beaches, spectacular scenery and gentle pace of life. This charming island also boasts some of the most impressive heritage railways found anywhere in the British Isles, not to mention the historic horse-drawn trams.
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Enjoy all the Christmas cheer that Yorkshire has to offer based in the beautiful spa town of Harrogate. This festive tour includes fantastic rail journeys, historic Ripley Castle, picturesque Fountains Abbey and the medieval city of York, adorned with seasonal decorations.
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Delve into the north of England's past as an industrial powerhouse and understand the mechanisms behind its emergence during the Industrial Revolution. We see Saltaire, the Museum of Science and Industry in Manchester and Beamish - as we paint a picture of England's steam-powered past.
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An excellent well organised tour with a good guide. Good food and wine which was just what we needed at xmas
everything smoothly from start to finish and was accurate as stated in the brochure
The tour was a nice sample of all that there is to see. I knew I didn't have the time to really explore everything that could take months to do it the way I would want to. The tour was fun we had a great group of people and our tour manager Peter Scott was terrific. Taking care of every need and really bringing to life the history of each stop.
This tour was exceptional value for money and exceptionally well organised - you get a lot for your money!
Our third tour to south Devon again proved most satisfying.Our tour manager was very pleasant throughout our tour.Best wishes from 'Mr john Cox.
By Katie Shaw
13 April 2018
There’s something really quite special about the simple act of walking; heading out into the great outdoors and enjoying your surroundings at a slightly slower pace than usual.
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By Sukie Chapman
8 March 2018
This March 8th, in honour of National Women's Day, we are celebrating the role women have played over the generations in the creation and maintenance of our railways.
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By Jack Stacey
1 March 2018
Dydd Gŵyl Dewis hapus pawb! And, a Happy St David’s Day to all of our non-Welsh speaking readers!
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By Jack Stacey
25 January 2018
Wales’ national identity is a magnificent tapestry woven from years of diverse history and mystical legends.
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Excellent tour, good company and a great tour leader as usual. The hotel is good with comfortable rooms, good food and friendly , helpful staff.