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Stonehenge at Sunset
Ancient Stones & Treasures of Wiltshire
7 days £1,499 pp £1,299 pp
  • Walk amidst Stonehenge’s inner circle on a private tour at sunrise or sunset
  • Spend 6 nights in a 4-Star hotel in Salisbury and enjoy two heritage rail journeys
  • Uncover the mysteries of the past amongst the ancient ruins of Wardour Castle
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Norwich & Norfolk
Norwich & Norfolk
5 days £499 pp £449 pp
  • Explore historic Norwich and cruise the Norfolk Broads on a Mississippi Riverboat
  • Experience two heritage railways, including the North Norfolk Railway
  • Enjoy 4 nights’ 3-Star accommodation in a central hotel in Norwich
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Castle Howard
Yorkshire Dales and Moors
5 days £899 pp £799 pp
  • Discover Yorkshire's beloved countryside from a luxurious country house hotel
  • Explore the Yorkshire Moors and Yorkshire Dales, and visit Robin Hood's Bay
  • Journey on the North Yorkshire Moors Railway and Wensleydale Railway
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England

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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Lighthouse at the Needles
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Norwich & the Norfolk Broads
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Lake Windemere
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Dartmoor National Park
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The Peak District
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Fermain Bay Guernsey
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Yorkshire & Northumberland
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Vintage Railways of the Isle of Man
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Tresco Abbey Gardens
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Isle of Man
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North Yorkshire Moors
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Lighthouse at the Needles
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Lake Windemere
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Norwich & Norfolk
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Norwich & the Norfolk Broads
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Corfe Castle
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Explore Yorkshire
12/Nov
Robert Robson
5 stars
“Very enjoyable and interesting 4 night break. Harrogate an excellent base. Hotel couldn't be faulted, food very good and plentiful. Ample free parking, which made for a stress free break. Friendly, helpful staff. Very skilled, knowledgeable and experienced coach driver and courier. Excellent value.
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Norwich & Norfolk
11/Nov
Roy
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“Excellent trip. Good use of trains and a very pleasant tour guide. Thank you.
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The Isle of Man
30/Oct
Mr K Lee
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“Never been to Isle of Man before. Well worth a visit. The Ascot Hotel was excellent, with great food, all done buffet style, with wide choices. Excursions well planned with very knowledgeable coach driver.
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Yorkshire and Northumberland
29/Oct
Michael Brander
5 stars
“An enjoyable holiday with a good itinerary
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Vintage Railways of the Isle of Man
27/Oct
John Thwaites
5 stars
“Nothing went wrong but we would have preferred not having to walk to the hotel when we arrived.
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Walworth Castle & Durham
24/Oct
M Wadsley
5 stars
“GREAT HOTEL, FANTASTIC FOOD, FRIENDLY STAFF
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The Sensational Isles of Scilly
19/Oct
Denise
5 stars
“Very interesting tour great to have a local guide, excellent local knowledge. Weather was variable and Neil could work around that. Seamless organisaton, loved the overnight train
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Yorkshire Dales and Moors
15/Oct
Lesley
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“Enjoyable and interesting tour, especially the last day in the dales . The hotel was very good , with excellent breakfasts and h er loful staff .
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North Devon & Somerset
27/Sep
Lorraine Graves
5 stars
“We really enjoyed our holiday. The excursions were interesting and our guide extremely informative. The hotel was first class. The whole trip 5*****
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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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