● Walk to the National Trust Medieval Cotehele Estate ● Picnic by the river at Calstock● Enjoy a riverside walk in Bere Ferrers● Visit some great rural pubs on the Rail Ale Trail● See the sharks - National Marine Aquarium, Plymouth

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The Tamar Valley Line

Tickets and travelFor information about train times and fares contact National Rail Enquiries on 08457 48 49 50 or visitwww.fi rstgreatwestern.co.uk

Tamar Valley Line Ranger - The Tamar Valley Line Ranger gives you the freedom to travel the branch line between Plymouth and Gunnislake after the morning peak weekdays, anytime at weekends and bank holidays, as much as you like, all day long. £4.50 adult.

Off Peak Day Return - These tickets are available weekdays after the morning peak and anytime at weekends and Bank Holidays. Plymouth to Gunnislake £4.50 adult, £2.25 child (5-15yrs). Children under 5 travel free.

GroupSave - GroupSave allows 3 or 4 people to travel for the price of two Adult Off Peak Day Returns.

Other tickets - Other special fares are available. For more details contact First Great Western at www.fi rstgreatwestern.co.uk or their customer serviceson 08457 000 125.

Bikes on trains - Two cycles can be carried free of charge on all services, space permitting, on a first come first served basis.

Dogs - Dogs can be taken free of charge (max 2 dogs).

Bus Links - For details of all local public transport links contact Traveline on 0871 200 22 33 between 07.00 and 21.00 daily or visit www.traveline.org.uk.

Ferry InformationThe Calstock Passenger Ferry runs from Calstock to Cotehele Quay from May - September. The ferry is dependent on the tide and does not run every day or at regular times so please check operating times when planning your day. Call 01822 833331.

Fares and details may change without notice.

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Explore the beauty of the Tamar Valley by rail

This scenictrain journey... Trails from the Track

The National Trust estate at Cotehele can be reached by a 1¼ mile walk from Calstock station. The walk is mainly on the flat, apart from one steep hill up to the house. The walk takes in fantastic riverside views and many remnants of the area’s industrial heritage.

From Calstock station follow the signs down the hill onto the road. Take the first road to the right before you reach the centre of the village, signposted Cotehele.

Follow the riverside road, past Danescombe House and up the hill to Cotehele House (admission rates apply) where you can explore the house and gardens or have lunch in the Barn Restaurant or to Cotehele Quay and beyond to the working Mill for a longer walk. Pick up a leaflet at staffed stations.

More great walks from the Tamar Valley Line can be found at www.trailsfromthetrack.com or by calling 01752 233094 for a free walks pack. For details about visiting Cotehele Tel: 01752 351346 or .

Welcome to the Tamar Valley LineRail Ale TrailSit back, relax and let the train take you through the beautiful Tamar Valley and sample great real ale in some fantastic Westcountry pubs along the way.

Rail Ale Trail leaflets can be picked up at staffed stations or downloaded at

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All you need to do is get a stamp from each pub you visit and send it back to us to claim a range of exclusive souvenirs such as tour shirts, stickers and a special editionpint glass.

For example: 5 minutes walk from Calstock station in the centre of this riverside village is The Tamar Inn. This traditional village pub dates back to the 17th Century and is a great place to enjoy a pint, sample something off the extensive bar menu or enjoy stunning views of the river outside on the decked terrace.

To contact the Tamar Inn Tel 01822 832487 or visit www.thetamarinn.com

Rail Ale TrailSit back, relax and let the train take you through the beautiful Tamar Valley and sample great real ale in some fantastic Westcountry pubs along the way.

Rail Ale Trail leaflets can be picked up at staffed stations or downloaded at

Trails from the Track

The National Trust estate at Cotehele can be reached by a 1¼ mile walk from Calstock station. The walk is mainly on the flat, apart from one steep hill up to the house. The walk takes in fantastic riverside views and many remnants of the area’s industrial heritage.

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The Tamar ValleyArea of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB)

Here you will find the true meaning of

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Trails from the Track There are a variety of walks

in the Tamar Valley which use the train as a starting point.

Some of the walks are circular, some are linear but all allow you to discover this beautiful valley at your

own pace, using the train.

A Tamar Valley Line walks pack can be downloaded at www.trailsfromthetrack.com or by calling

01752 233094 to request a copy.

Plymouth’s Historic WaterfrontPlymouth’s historic waterfront has a proud place in world history.

Visit the Mayflower Steps in the Barbican where the Pilgrim Fathers embarked for a new life in the New World. Take in the grand view from the Hoe and imagine Drake looking out on the Armada from the same spot.

The Barbican’s cobbled streets brim with excellent cafes and restaurants, boutiques, souvenir shops or visit the National Marine Aquarium with its exciting exhibits including sharks and turtles.

Both the Hoe and the Barbican are a short walk from Plymouth City Centre, itself a short walk from the station.

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Events & Activities in the Tamar Valley

Tamar Valley Walk and Talk - 3 February 2010

Kid’s Capers at Cotehele - 13-20 February 2010

- 2-5 April 2010

- 25 April 2010

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GroupSave allows three or four people to travel for the price of two Adult Off Peak Day Returns. Ideal for exploring the line.