England tour by train
Description of England tour by train
This tour of England uses the country’s well-connected rail network to get between some of its best cities for sightseeing. The scenic route includes Hadrian’s Wall in wild Northumberland, the beautiful shores of the Lake District, historic sites in Bath and the coastal splendour of Penzance.
This is a wonderful way to see England’s some of most beloved sights. Sit back as your train rumbles through green, pleasant countryside in the day. There are no overnight trains – instead, you can get comfy staying in historic hotels and guest houses.
You’ll spend your days exploring the wonderful cities of York, Chester and Bath – whose streets contain Roman ruins, medieval buildings, cathedrals and cobbles. You’ll also get the chance to get under the skin of Penzance.
The famous English countryside is within easy reach – and it doesn’t get more famous than the Lake District, where you’ll be able to spend a day admiring the villages and hillsides around Ullswater from a pretty steamer vessel, channelling the poets of the English Romantic movement.
This trip includes local guides, tours and transfers and can be adapted to suit your requirements. Our partners have carefully designed this trip to be as comfortable and easy as possible, and are always on hand to provide advice and support, whether you’re on or off the rails.
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1 Reviews of England tour by train
Reviewed on 15 Jun 2024 by Stephanie Holland
1. What was the most memorable or exciting part of your holiday?
Penzance and Haydon Bridge were my favorites. Penzance was especially perfect. The B and B was the most welcoming and friendly.
2. What tips would you give other travellers booking this holiday?
Pack as light as possible. Don’t be afraid to ask the B and Bs to hold your luggage if you arrive before check-in time. Some attractions and restaurants require
reservations. You may want to make reservations before you start your trip. An
umbrella and rain jacket are a must.
3. Did you feel that your holiday benefited local people, reduced environmental impacts or supported conservation?
Yes, each establishment was environmentally conscious and locally owned. The guides were local.
4. Finally, how would you rate your holiday overall?
The only change we would make personally would be to skip Chester and add a day to Bath and Penzance.
Responsible Travel
Planet
We are continually increasing our range of public transport holidays for those who want to leave the car behind. We grapple with the timetables of trains, boats and buses, and fill-in the gaps with short taxi transfers to make this possible in the more remote areas. Not having a car in-tow can transform your experience – exploring on foot and by bike helps you to properly engage with the environment and experience the place at a more appropriate, slower pace.We actively encourage our customers to try local produce – and provide recommendations for the best places to visit to do this. An example on this trip is the historic Kings Arms in York - trying local produce and engaging with local purveyors is a focus on the trip.
The accommodation providers we select share this commitment – many have kitchen gardens growing their own herbs, salad and vegetables, and some even have chickens roaming in the grounds to provide eggs for breakfast. Dinner menus focus on local specialities.
We predominantly market our holidays via the internet. We produce a small quantity of compact brochures each year for past customers and enquirers. If we do have any left over, we ensure these are recycled.
We are corporate members of the John Muir Trust, an organisation committed to protecting the wild land of the Scottish highlands and islands.
People
For us, true sustainability means promoting and helping to maintain a way of life in remote, often rural locations, where the economic benefit from tourism can make a genuine difference. That’s why we work almost exclusively with local, family-run businesses, not with large corporate organisations.On this trip, guests will stay in locally run B&B's in Haydon Bridge and York, where they are also given a pass which encourages them to explore many of the local museums and galleries.
We build close and lasting relationships with our business partners, based on mutual trust and an unerring commitment to customer satisfaction. On this trip we have included a number of private guided tours, all of which are led by local guides that we have handpicked due to their knowledge and dedication to their community.
We directly employ a small team of local people in Glasgow. We offer part-time and flexible working. We ensure staff undertake at least two recce visits in a year so that they have first-hand experience and knowledge of our products throughout Scotland, England and Ireland. All staff share our values of environmental and sustainable responsibility.
We are members of AITO, the Association of Independent Tour Operators, and adhere to their strict code of conduct.
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