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Britain's Coastal Railways

Misty mountain, bustling cities, rolling countryside, there are so many incredible attractive elements that make up the UK. Arguably, the most beautiful of these is the glorious stretch of coastline which winds its way around all four nations of the isles. Picturesque cliffs gaze over blue oceans, shimmering white beaches greet the waves, and who can forget the promenades, harbours and piers of Britain's cheerful seaside towns?

The good news is that Britain's excellent selection of coastal railways are an absolute delight to discover and they criss-cross all over the islands, travelling over the cliffs and pulling into pretty coastal stations. Some are heritage, some are panoramic but all are innately enchanting in their own way.

Great Rail Journeys offer a dazzling range of coastal railway journeys for your perusal, take a look below and discover rail holidays to England, Wales, Scotland, the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland!

The coasts of the British Isles  are widely regarded as some of the most magnificent natural landscapes in Europe. Discover the astonishing natural beauty of these stunning coastlines on a range of panoramic railroad journeys which stretch the length and breadth of these wonderful countries. From the rugged islands of Scotland, the Arthurian mountains of Wales and the grand seaside towns of England, there is much to explore along the waterfronts of these impressive isles.

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Edinburgh, Highlands & Islands
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  • DestinationScotland
  • Starts / EndsEdinburgh
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The Rheilfford Talyllyn Railway
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  • DestinationWales
  • Starts / EndsLlandrindod Wells
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Yorkshire & Northumberland
Last 100 Spaces
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  • DestinationEngland
  • Starts / EndsHarrogate / York
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The Enchanting Emerald Isle
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  • DestinationIreland
  • Starts / EndsHolyhead, Dublin / Holyhead
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The Paignton & Dartmouth Steam Railway
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  • Starts / EndsPaignton
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The Highlands by Steam
Rail Discoveries
2024Sep
Rail Discoveries
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  • DestinationScotland
  • Starts / EndsEdinburgh
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Lighthouse at the Needles
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  • DestinationEngland
  • Starts / EndsPortsmouth, Sandown / Portsmouth
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  • DestinationScotland
  • Starts / EndsGlasgow
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Isle of Man
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  • Starts / EndsHeysham
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Edinburgh, the Highlands and Islands
4/Jul
Roger Franklin
5 stars
“Very good and an amazing guide who made the holiday
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Valleys and Railways of Mid Wales
4/Jul
E Akroyd
4 stars
“Interesting trip, hotel mostly good.
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Yorkshire and Northumberland
3/Jul
Susan Hayton
4 stars
“Good ,except for noise in Harrogate ,and food not good in hotel Harrogate Inn
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Dublin and the Enchanting Emerald Isle
1/Jul
PHILIP ROUND
4 stars
“A very full on tour giving the opportunity to see a large part of the west of Ireland.
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South Devon, Dartmouth, and The English Riviera
16/Jun
K Wilson
4 stars
“Excellent itinerary and nothing was too much trouble at any hour for our tour guide, Colin. Well done, Colin
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