Travel inspiration

We handpick the craft distilleries blending gin, whisky and other spirits on the east coast mainline…

With the Summer of Football fast approaching, we’ve got some great ideas for those who don't enjoy the beautiful game. So here are 9 things you can do in 90 minutes.

Get your rainbow-coloured glad rags on – Pride 2018 is upon us. Here's the lowdown on what's happening where along the East Coast.

Wedding season is fast approaching and there’s only one ceremony everybody’s talking about. With the nuptials of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle now’s a fab time to book train tickets to London to take in the royal sights…

With the impending nuptials of Harry and Megham, the nation is going mad for all things regal. So we thought we’d inspire you with some right royal attractions along the east coast.

There’s only one cycle race we care about this year. Move over France, we’re off to the Tour de Yorkshire. Come along too...

There are some beautiful places along the East Coast Mainline. So leave the car at home, hop and a train and stretch your legs with an exhilarating walk?

All along the East Coast you’ll find some brilliant spas perfect for relaxing. So find the perfect day to treat your Mum...

Valentine’s Day. It’s fast approaching but have you got a plan yet for making the day extra special (or Instagrammable)?

Hate Valentine’s? We’ve collected together some great events and activities up and down the East Coast route for when love isn’t in the air.

Want a day out but aren’t feeling too flush? There’s great fun to be had that won’t break the bank.

Raise a glass to Scottish bard Robert Burns this January. We tell you the best places to celebrate Burns Night with haggis, neeps and tatties, ceilidh dancing and whisky

Get those woollies on for winter sports. Whether you want to soar down a mountain on skis, stumble round an ice rink or have a crack at curling, take your pick from our exciting selection.

From ghost walks round "the world's most haunted city" to a spooky castle in Newcastle, check out these spine-tingling stops.

Everyone knows trains are more romantic than planes, all rushing scenery and black and white movies. But why else should you travel by rail?

Days out to leave your brood inspired, entertained and (hopefully) tired out. From treetop hideouts and steam trains to vintage clothes and Disney dogs…

From vintage fashion and pop culture artefacts to furniture, thingamajigs and fine food - London’s markets have plenty to offer.

If you've booked tickets to Edinburgh, there's a good chance you'll be there when there's a festival on...

Explore these Great British coastal delights all year round from Alnmouth and Lindisfarne to Berwick-upon-Tweed and Portobello.

What could be better than a pint of hand-pulled real ale in a cosy pub? Read on for our round-up of England's top real ale pubs – as voted by the Campaign for Real Ale.

Let LNER trains whisk you off for some retail therapy. We can drop you off in the heart of cities from London to Glasgow and our luggage racks are made for bulging bags.

Tired of the tourist trail? Go off-piste with these hidden gems for some of our top destinations…

LNER will take you up and down Britain to discover some of this island’s most extraordinary food and drink. 

Let LNER take you away for an exciting weekend break. We’ll deliver you right to the heart of the action so you don’t miss a minute.