The UK boasts diverse landscapes, from rugged coastlines to dramatic mountains, and thanks to the many beautiful train routes the nation has to offer, passengers can embark on adventures that will provide views of many of the country's treasures and hidden gems. Some of these adventures can be costly, but the majority of them are very affordable, meaning no one has to miss out.
So whether you just like taking in beautiful scenery or you like spotting wildlife, there is a majestic train ride for you that will offer a one-of-a-kind experience.
Greater Anglia, Norfolk
This 40-minute journey between Lowestoft and Norwich may seem like a short trip, but is well worth it. The train passes a vast number of historic sites including St Olave's Priory as it travels across the Norfolk Broads.
The route is a treasure for those who particularly enjoy birdwatching, where bird enthusiasts have the chance of spotting a pink-footed goose in the winter.
Tickets can be bought from £5.95 one way.
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The North Yorkshire Moors Railway
Harry Potter fans will love this train ride connecting Grosmont and Pickering. The journey taken on a steam train will transport you through the beauty and wildlife that fills North Yorkshire.
One of the stops include Goathland station, or as some might know it Hogmeade Station in the first Harry Potter film.
Tickets can be bought from £34.65 one-way
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The Royal Scotsman
This scenic experience includes a five-day round trip starting from Edinburgh through to the West Highland Line, while passing the beauty of the Glennfinnan Viaduct, rugged peak of Ben Nevis, and the stunning Isle of Bute.
Passengers get to embark on an adventure of comfort and luxury with this unforgettable route on the railway's Western Scenic Wonders tour.
Tickets from £21,035 per person for five days.
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