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30 September 2024
Discover the most spooky & thrilling places to go for Halloween 2024! From haunted houses to eerie events, get planning the ultimate creepy adventure.
See more26 September 2024
Discover the best day trips from Leeds. Explore historic landmarks, stunning natural landscapes and hidden gems - all easily accessible by train.
See more26 September 2024
York’s been named Europe’s most haunted city – from The Shambles to York Dungeon, there’s plenty of spooky secrets to uncover. Read more about Haunted York attractions.
See more01 September 2024
Gig-tripping is a fun way to combine a short trip with seeing your favourite artist live, while also exploring a new city. We’ve created an index of Britain’s top gig-tripping destinations to visit with friends or family. Spoiler alert: Leeds tops the list for its vibrant live music scene and great value for money!
See more22 August 2024
From the wild terrain of the Peak District to the quaint cobbles of Kendal, here’s our rundown of the best day trips from Manchester by train.
See more15 August 2024
Find out where you can watch, learn about and discover new sporting passions by train with the new audio series, Sporting Routes.
See more02 August 2024
Looking for travel inspiration in the North and Scotland? At TransPennine Express, we’ve got some Insta-worthy spots on our network that we’re keen to show off – so we sent a few Instagram influencers on mini trips.
See more02 August 2024
More and more people are looking closer to home and planning a holiday in Britain this summer. We’ve put together our top spots for every kind of holiday you can think of, including how to get there by train.
See more09 July 2024
Kinder Bueno sundaes, lavender and honey ice cream, or a classic gelato. Summer is the time to satisfy your sweet tooth with amazing ice cream. We’ve rounded up some unique ice cream places to try across the North and Scotland. So take a look and add a couple to your list this summer.
See more08 July 2024
Fantastic views for miles – that’s what coastal walks are all about. Looking to get out and enjoy a relaxing seaside stroll this summer? Here are five of our favourites.
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