The Great British Train-cation: 6 Holidays to Rediscover Home

There’s no need to travel abroad for a memorable holiday. The UK is brimming with diverse landscapes, charming towns, and unique places to stay. A “train-cation” is the perfect way to rediscover the beauty on your own doorstep, offering a scenic, relaxing, and environmentally friendly way to explore. Here are six of the best.
Experience the classic English seaside with a modern twist in Cornwall. Take the iconic sleeper train to Penzance and stay in a stylish cabin with views of St Michael’s Mount. It combines the nostalgia of a British coastal holiday with contemporary comfort and design, offering the best of both worlds.
Discover the rugged, romantic beauty of the Northumbrian coast. The train journey up the East Coast Main Line is a British travel classic, and hopping off at Alnmouth allows you to immerse yourself in a landscape of vast beaches and historic castles. It’s a powerful reminder of the dramatic history and scenery the UK has to offer.
For a taste of quintessential English countryside, head to Berkshire. A stay in a grand country house hotel, set in acres of grounds and surrounded by woodlands and canals, is a timeless British experience. Enjoy a hearty breakfast, go for a long walk in wellies, and relax in the spa—it’s the perfect country escape.
Venture into the wilds of Scotland without the long drive. A stay in a sustainable bothy near Stirling offers a taste of the Scottish wilderness—heather-covered heath, ancient woodland, and abundant wildlife—all surprisingly accessible. It’s a modern take on the traditional Scottish “bothy” experience. The Essex countryside cabin and the iconic fells of the Lake District offer further proof of the incredible variety and beauty available right here on home soil.