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Day trips and breaks

Get inspired for your next day trip or break

Discover your next break

Discover the best day trips and breaks for every type of traveller, whether you’re heading on a business trip, romantic weekend or family getaway. From budget staycations to fun-filled days out, find everything you need to plan an unforgettable trip.

Spending a couple of days in a new city? Browse our 48-hour guides, packed with sights and attractions you can’t miss. Or check out our staycation ideas – perfect for recharging away from the urban bustle.

Book tickets in advance and check SWR rewards to make your experience even better. Join us as we uncover the best things to do in destinations across our network, ensuring your getaway is nothing short of extraordinary.

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Couples getaway in Bournemouth

Bournemouth Pier

Couples getaway in Bournemouth

Couples getaway in Bournemouth

Looking for a perfect romantic getaway? Take a trip to the seaside & enjoy all Bournemouth has to offer

Days out in Surrey

Surrey Hills

Days out in Surrey

Days out in Surrey

From parks and museums to activities and restaurants, start planning your ultimate Surrey day out

9 UK destinations that look like abroad

Amazing locations that feel like they're abroad

9 UK destinations that look like abroad

9 UK destinations that look like abroad

Discover the top UK destinations that make you feel like you’ve stepped off the plane

48 hours in Weymouth

If you’re looking for your next weekend away Weymouth is a seaside town that has everything you’re after!

48 hours in Weymouth

48 hours in Weymouth

Why not Weymouth? If you’re looking for your next weekend away, this seaside town has everything you’re after!

48 hours in Wimbledon

48 hours in Wimbledon with South Western Railway

48 hours in Wimbledon

48 hours in Wimbledon

Not just for tennis fans, Wimbledon offers the perfect weekend away

48 hours in Reading

A sports rowboat on the River Kennet in Reading

48 hours in Reading

48 hours in Reading

Looking for your next weekend break? Choose Reading for the perfect city escape!

A car-free family weekend in Dorking

Discover a car-free family weekend in Dorking with SWR

A car-free family weekend in Dorking

A car-free family weekend in Dorking

Ready for your next family adventure? Hop on a train to Dorking!

The most scenic camping spots in the south west

Find the best scenic camping spots with SWR

The most scenic camping spots in the south west

The most scenic camping spots in the south west

Looking for the perfect place to pitch your tent? Follow our guide!

48 hours on the Isle of Wight

Discover a 48-hour break on the Isle of Wight with SWR

48 hours on the Isle of Wight

48 hours on the Isle of Wight

Discover how to spend the perfect weekend on the Isle of Wight

A car-free long weekend in Dorset

Discover a car free weekend in Dorset with SWR

A car-free long weekend in Dorset

A car-free long weekend in Dorset

Embrace the best of Dorset without the need for a car with our guide