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Take that short hop from London

London Gatwick Airport is conveniently located to the South of London and the gateway to a host of attractions across the South East England. While the train can whisk visitors away to London and Brighton in less than 30 minutes you can also explore this vibrant and historical corner of the UK.

With over 150 short-haul and more than 45 long-haul destinations, served by more than 40 airlines, London Gatwick is the airport for everyone, whatever your journey. 

• Train Route - London Victoria & St Pancras to Gatwick Airport
• Journey Time - 30 - 40 mins
• Train Providers - Southern Railway & Thameslink

Renowned 19th-century author Jane Austen went to school in Reading. In 2025, walk in Jane’s footsteps as we celebrate 250 years since her birth in 1775. Just 23 minutes by train from London, visit Reading’s medieval Abbey Gateway which became Jane’s boarding school and was subsequently depicted in her novel Emma.

Don’t miss a visit to the film location of 2005’s Pride and Prejudice, the National Trust’s stunning Basildon Park, as well as the chance to take a seat at the Mill at Sonning for the theatrical world premiere of Death Comes to Pemberley, an inspired sequel to Jane Austen's Pride and Prejudice based on the best selling novel by PD.James.

• Train Route - London Paddington to Reading
• Journey Time - 23 minutes
• Train Provider - Great Western Railway and the Elizabeth Line London transport network

Whitchurch Silk Mill is a living museum in Hampshire, just an hour from London. The oldest working Silk Mill in England, it is a hidden gem of industrial heritage. Still producing beautiful artisan cloth in its original Georgian building, skilled Weaver Tacklers work to preserve the critically endangered art of silk ribbon weaving.

Step back in time to witness the traditional methods and historic machinery still used today.

• Train Route - London Waterloo to Whitchurch
• Journey Time - 75 mins
• Train Provider - South Western Railway

Where else can you take in amazing sea views atop a 170-metre-high tower, step onboard historic ships, visit two castles, enjoy all the fun of a traditional seafront including two piers, indulge in outlet designer shopping, and dine at a British pub in the heart of Old Portsmouth?

With a perfect mix of modern, traditional, and historic, Portsmouth has something for everyone. 

• Train Route - London Waterloo to Portsmouth Harbour
• Journey Time - 90 - 120 mins
• Train Provider - South Western Railway

Head to the coast and countryside of 1066 Country, Sussex, quintessential England, so easy to reach from London. Swap the modern railway for our heritage train, which appeared in Downton Abbey. Tour and lunch at an award-winning vineyard. Pick up vintage souvenirs in our medieval towns and villages. Watch a battle reenactment, discover quirky museums and beautiful galleries, visit the homes of famous authors such as Kipling's Bateman's or Henry James' Lamb House. Enhance your cookery or gardening skills at a workshop in stunning surroundings. Finish your day with afternoon tea, or dinner made with the fruits of our sea and land in a restaurant or cosy pub.

• Train Route - London St Pancras to Rye via Ashford International or London Charing Cross to Battle
• Journey Time - 70 - 80 mins
• Train Provider - Southern & Southeastern Railway