Weekend escapes
A thoughtful weekend in Durham without a car
Two days of woodland river bends and a hilltop historic centre, with a practical arrival plan and space to change your mind.
Durham3 min read
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A weekend somewhere in Britain.
Rail connected cities, walks between the sights and room for a proper pause.
54 thoughtful guides
Rail and transit
Durham by public transport, from arrival to the last connection
Make Durham railway station the starting point for a clearer journey through Durham.
Durham3 min read
Weather wise
A rainy day in Durham that still feels like a holiday
An indoor anchor, a shorter neighbourhood walk and an easier return when the forecast changes.
Durham3 min read
Weekend escapes
A thoughtful weekend in Newcastle upon Tyne without a car
Two days of bridges and a lively riverside cityscape, with a practical arrival plan and space to change your mind.
Newcastle upon Tyne3 min read
Rail and transit
Newcastle upon Tyne by public transport, from arrival to the last connection
Make Newcastle Central the starting point for a clearer journey through Newcastle upon Tyne.
Newcastle upon Tyne3 min read
Weather wise
A rainy day in Newcastle upon Tyne that still feels like a holiday
An indoor anchor, a shorter neighbourhood walk and an easier return when the forecast changes.
Newcastle upon Tyne3 min read
Weekend escapes
A thoughtful weekend in Chester without a car
Two days of covered galleries and a small walled centre, with a practical arrival plan and space to change your mind.
Chester3 min read
Rail and transit
Chester by public transport, from arrival to the last connection
Make Chester railway station the starting point for a clearer journey through Chester.
Chester3 min read
Weather wise
A rainy day in Chester that still feels like a holiday
An indoor anchor, a shorter neighbourhood walk and an easier return when the forecast changes.
Chester3 min read
Weekend escapes
A thoughtful weekend in Liverpool without a car
Two days of maritime history and grand urban streets, with a practical arrival plan and space to change your mind.
Liverpool3 min read
Rail and transit
Liverpool by public transport, from arrival to the last connection
Make Liverpool Lime Street the starting point for a clearer journey through Liverpool.
Liverpool3 min read
Weather wise
A rainy day in Liverpool that still feels like a holiday
An indoor anchor, a shorter neighbourhood walk and an easier return when the forecast changes.
Liverpool3 min read
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