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Bentham Line: Discover England's Hidden Gem for 2025 Train Journeys
15 Oct
Summary
- Lonely Planet's Best in Travel guide for 2025 features the Bentham Line as a top UK train journey
- The 75-mile Bentham Line offers a scenic 3-hour train ride through charming villages and historic towns
- The line is managed by a community rail partnership to enhance the passenger experience
In its much-anticipated Best in Travel guide for 2025, Lonely Planet has unveiled the top 30 must-visit destinations and 10 key travel trends for the upcoming year. One of these trends is the simple joy of train hopping, turning a regular train journey into an exciting adventure by getting off at different stops along the way.
The guide has singled out the Bentham Line, a lesser-known 75-mile train route in the picturesque northern English countryside, as one of the UK's best train journeys for 2025. This historic line, which stretches between Leeds, Lancaster, and Morecambe, meanders through charming villages, rolling hills, and historic towns, offering travelers a chance to step back in time.
The Bentham Line, managed by a community rail partnership, is predicted to be a hidden gem for those seeking a scenic and immersive train experience. The journey winds its way westwards, trading the city's frantic energy for the peaceful countryside of the Yorkshire Dales, with stops at beloved destinations like Skipton and Giggleswick. Travelers can marvel at the classic Yorkshire stone architecture, the magnificent Ribblehead Viaduct, and the tranquil Lune Valley before concluding their journey in the seaside town of Morecambe.
