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England has a rich and proud heritage, dating back thousands of years. London, the capital city, boasts some spectacular sights, including iconic Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament, Buckingham Palace, and the brooding and imposing Tower of London. Travelling out of the hustle and bustle of London, you see some more of what truly makes England great.

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.

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Vintage Railways of the Isle of Man
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2023JunJulAugSepOct
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  • DestinationEngland
  • Starts / EndsHeysham
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Norwich & the Norfolk Broads
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  • DestinationEngland
  • Starts / EndsNorwich
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Yorkshire & Northumberland
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  • DestinationEngland
  • Starts / EndsHarrogate
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  • DestinationEngland
  • Starts / EndsTorquay
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Fermain Bay Guernsey
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  • DestinationEngland
  • Starts / EndsSOU Southampton
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Tresco Abbey Gardens
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  • DestinationEngland
  • Starts / EndsLondon Paddington
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Castle Howard
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  • DestinationEngland
  • Starts / EndsGuisborough
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Grand Tour of the UK
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2023Sep
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  • DestinationEngland, Scotland
  • Starts / EndsLondon
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  • Starts / EndsNorwich
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Yorkshire and Northumberland
2/Jun
D Barker
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“Brilliant trip & an excellent tour guide
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The Sensational Isles of Scilly
1/Jun
Frances Williams
5 stars
“Well organised with good leadership. Itinerary had to be changed because of unforseen circumstances but we were always kept up to date with any changes. The Scilly Isles are beautiful and well worth a visit but you need to like small boats if you want to visit them all. Those who live there are friendly, helpful, kind and hospitable. Lots of opportunity to see wildlife. On St Martin's we saw 8 kites. We had a great holiday.
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Vintage Railways of the Isle of Man
30/May
val horsfall
5 stars
“Interesting ,informative ,and very enjoyable The tour manager Maria was very good She ensured the holiday ran smoothly and was extremely helpful
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Norwich, Sandringham and the Norfolk Broads
26/May
Warner
5 stars
“Super holiday, great hotel,
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Yorkshire Dales and Moors
24/May
V Skaife
5 stars
“Very well organised ,excellent tour manager and hotel accommodation. Lovely views of the surrounding countryside from the trains and coaches and interesting visits to a variety of attractions. A very enjoyable holiday.
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Grand Tour of the UK
22/May
S Burke
5 stars
“What made the tour spectacular was Tracey our tour manager. The hotels, tour guides, trips and the schedules were a lot of fun! Great trip
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The Charms of the Channel Islands
16/May
Julia Mace
5 stars
“Lovely time with a small group, excellent tour manager and great hotels.
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South Devon, Dartmouth, and The English Riviera
3/May
Glynis
5 stars
“Well run, lovely hotel. Good location.
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Travelling in England with Great Rail Journeys

Great Rail Journeys offers customers a range of exciting, enjoyable and memorable rail holidays in England. Whether marvelling at the breath-taking scenery of the Lake District, discovering the beautiful landscapes and charming villages of Yorkshire, or sampling the coastal highlights of the English Riviera in Devon and Cornwall, every itinerary we create is designed to offer the most enjoyable experiences at the best value for money.

All transport, quality accommodation, an itinerary of entertaining excursions and activities and, depending upon the tour, selected meals are included in the cost of our rail tours of England. Our customers also benefit from the services of an experienced, friendly and knowledgeable Tour Manager who will provide assistance, answer questions and ensure that you get the maximum enjoyment from your trip.

We hand-pick our overnight accommodation, ensuring that it is conveniently located and offers the high standards of comfort, service, quality and value that our customers expect. Often these will be family-owned or run establishments which offer customers a more personal service and relaxed environment.

Traveller's Guide to England

England manages to cram an incredible historical, cultural and natural legacy into a compact geographical space. Diverse and cosmopolitan, England has something to surprise and delight everyone. London, the capital city, is the country's political and economic hub, home to the Queen and Royal Family and offers a wealth of historic and modern attractions, famous landmarks, museums, galleries and world-class shopping and dining opportunities. England's other great cities - including Birmingham, Manchester, Nottingham, Bath, York and Newcastle - are similarly compelling.

Rural England, meanwhile, is renowned for the natural beauty of locations such as the Lake District, Salisbury Plain, Dorset's Jurassic Coast and Derbyshire's Peak District. England's unique and entertaining coastal resorts, many of them established in Victorian times, are equally unmissable in summer.

English Culture and Cuisine

The English are slightly reserved by nature and their social culture rests upon politeness, good manners and a sense of fair play. Mentioning anything about the weather is a good way to spark a conversation, but the English also have an excellent sense of humour. Despite strong competition from coffee, tea remains the national drink and popular English dishes include fish and chips, roast dinners, meat pies - particularly steak and kidney, and sausages and mashed potato (a.k.a. 'bangers and mash'). A thoroughly multi-racial society means that England has wholeheartedly embraced international cuisine, with Indian, Chinese and Asian food enjoying particular popularity. England is renowned for its beer which is deeply-rooted in the country's culture and history and is available in many different styles and strengths.

England's Climate

England enjoys a temperate climate, which means that summers are generally warm, winters mild and extreme temperatures rare. Rainfall can and does occur at any time of year in England although autumn is typically the wettest season. Generally the south of the country enjoys slightly more warmth and sunshine than the north, but the English are philosophical about the weather and rarely let it spoil their enjoyment of outdoor activities.

England's Heritage Trains

In addition to its national rail network, England also boasts a collection of around seventy heritage railways. Located throughout the country, typically in areas of historic interest or outstanding natural beauty, our guided tours on England's heritage railways recreate a golden era of train travel and offer an unforgettable railway experience.

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