Along Country Lines

Exploring the Rural Railways of Yesterday

Plot

Rural Railways explores the network of rural railways that linked, and in some cases still link, the most beautiful and interesting parts of Britain. A combination of beauty, history and nostalgia make this book an essential read. Highlighting some of the best journeys you can undertake in Britain, the book includes a mixture of existing lines and lost routes to build a picture of a rural Britain that is held in great affection. Rural Railways pays special attention to the industries that depended on the rail network: quarries, aviation, coal, slate, food, and much else besides. There are also special features on aspects of the railways themselves: coping with adverse weather, disasters, mail trains, famous trains, and even funeral trains