Network Rail is encouraging visitors, whether day trippers or holidaymakers, to choose the train for their journeys over the Bank Holiday weekend at the end of this month.
Together with local train operators c2c and Greater Anglia, Network Rail is urging people to explore popular destinations in East Anglia, South Essex and East London by rail.
The region boasts beautiful coastlines, historic cities, vibrant market towns and family-friendly attractions, all of which are readily accessible by train from London. Rail travel is convenient and comfortable, and is more environmentally friendly than travelling by car.
Since the two operators returned to public ownership, they have been working with Network Rail Anglia to increase coordination and boost train services in the region.
Seaside destinations served by Greater Anglia and c2c include Clacton, Great Yarmouth and Southend, while alternatively, passengers can enjoy a cultural day out in one of the region’s cities and large towns, such as Norwich, Cambridge, Ipswich or Colchester. The area also has several picturesque towns to visit, including Bury St Edmunds, Ely and Felixstowe. Shopping destinations include Lakeside, Freeport and Westfield Stratford.
The two operators each offer a range of tickets, including discounted options.
“The August Bank Holiday is a fantastic opportunity to get out and explore everything East Anglia has to offer.
“We’re pleased that, thanks to closer collaboration between Network Rail, Greater Anglia and c2c, most of the railway across the region will remain open over the Bank Holiday weekend, making it easier for customers to travel to the destinations they love.
“From award-winning beaches and historic towns to bustling cities and family attractions, there are so many great places that can be reached easily by train.
“Travelling by rail allows customers to avoid the stress of driving and parking, giving them more time to enjoy their day out.”
Jamie Burles, managing director for GBR Anglia
Responses
As Class 745/0/1s are being used on Liverpool St-Norwich intercity service. Greater Anglia might allow several Class 720/1/5s to operate to Norwich as 10-Car (2 5-Car). As I have seen several Class 755/4s (3 4-Car 755s) being used on the Liverpool St-Norwich service at rush hour and evening service.
If they want people to travel by train on Bank Holidays, maybe they should consider not closing the lines for engineering work at those times. I, for one, wouldn’t consider travelling on Bank Holidays by train because they choose that time to do maintenance.