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Millions of journeys expected for busy Easter getaway on Friday

Millions of drivers are expected on the roads on Good Friday in what is predicted to be the busiest travel day of the Easter weekend. An estimated 4.62 million journeys are likely to be made across the UK, with a further 22.48 million across the ...

15 Apr 2022 at 03:55

Train cancellations hit worst level on record

Train reliability in Britain reached the worst level on record after another month of disruption. The industry’s cancellations score during the 12 months to August 20 was 3.7%, analysis of Office of Rail and Road data by the PA news agency ...

21 Sept 2022 at 11:44

Scotland

Railyway line to reopen after 100 tonnes of debris fell on to track

Part of the West Highland Railway Line is set to reopen after more than 100 tonnes of falling debris caused damage to the tracks. The Oban railway was closed on Monday following a landslide near Falls of Cruachan on Loch Awe. Debris ...

24 Dec 2022 at 19:04

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Villages, vineyards and volcanic lakes – the delight’s beyond Rome’s borders

A fig tree, dropping with fruit, ruffles in the breeze. My guide, Federica, points and cries: “The typical Roman breakfast – focaccia, ham and fig! It’s the perfect balance of sweet and salty. But these figs are unlike anything you ...

20 May 2024 at 11:17

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Why going slow is rapidly becoming the new way to travel

With access to the world now easier than ever, it’s hard to resist the temptation to cram holiday itineraries with multi-day hops. But on the flip-side, slow travel is growing in popularity. This doesn’t necessarily mean taking an ...

19 Feb 2024 at 09:36

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Why Interrailing around Europe is an adventure for all ages

It all began on a park bench in London’s Soho Square. We had both just turned 50. We had known each other for years (since college). We had family responsibilities, but we wanted to get away for a while – and had the green light ...

17 Jun 2024 at 09:00

Train passengers spend billions at stores near stations – report

Train travel is vital for local economies with passengers spending billions of pounds each year, according to new research commissioned by the rail sector. Annual expenditure by train passengers in Britain is £23 billion at ...

09 Oct 2024 at 00:01

Warning over getaway disruption on roads and trains

People embarking on August bank holiday getaways in England and Wales are being warned over congestion on major roads and rail disruption because of engineering work. Transport analytics company Inrix warned the worst ...

23 Aug 2024 at 00:05

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Discover the joys of one of Britain’s best-loved railways – once controversially set for closure

Take a right turn off the truck-rumbling A65 trunk road between Yorkshire and the Lake District and you are soon at a very special place. Hellifield station is a grand Victorian building, its ornate ironwork and ...

06 Sept 2023 at 13:26

Commuters face travel disruption as Storm Isha tears through UK

Commuters face travel disruption to start the working week after Storm Isha tore through the UK, bringing warnings of possible tornadoes and danger-to-life winds. Rush-hour trains have been axed for many, with ...

22 Jan 2024 at 06:35

Rail travellers urged to act against ‘inappropriate’ sexual behaviour on trains

Scotland

Travellers urged to act against ‘inappropriate’ sexual behaviour on rail network

Transport police have launched a new campaign urging people to act on incidents of sexual harassment they witness while travelling on the rail network. British Transport Police (BTP) launched the initiative ...

04 Jul 2022 at 11:48

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Why exploring Rotterdam’s rooftops will put you on a real high

“Let’s get above the noise,” our enthusiastic guide instructs us as we stand with our eyes closed, bathed in sunshine in the middle of the farm. There are a few chickens scratching around their large coup ...

29 Jun 2022 at 09:30

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