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Scotland from the Rails
About this book
From the author of the acclaimed Britain from the Rails, an entertaining armchair read and practical guide rolled into one. Engaging, eccentric, informative, inspirational and only very occasionally trainspotter-ish, Scotland from the Rails is the perfect guide to some of the most romantic rail journeys not just in Scotland but the world.
Scotland's rail network boasts the highest mainline summits in Britain; the longest bridge; the longest and boldest spans; the most famous railway bridge of all (the Harry Potter one); as well as some of the friendliest staff and the most lovely - and downright quirky - station buildings, many lovingly maintained or restored. And for icing on the cake, or rather cream on the Cranachan, some utterly charming and fascinating preserved lines, steam centres and luxury excursion trains which cruise through this magnificent land.
From the East Coast to the Great North, the West Highland Line to the Skye Railway, let expert rail enthusiast Ben le Vay be your guide to the best of Scotland's rail journeys. Perfect for train buffs, Scotland buffs, history buffs and trivia buffs, Scotland from the Rails is also the ideal book for anyone whose idea of heaven is sit back on a train and gaze out of the window.
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Table of contents
- Cover
- Title
- Map
- Trainscotting!
- 1 The Iron Men & Their Iron Road
- 2 Great Arrivals
- 3 The Central Belt
- 4 Firth To Last
- 5 Scotland Goes On Holiday
- 6 Bordering On The Brilliant!
- 7 The World’s Most Scenic Railway
- 8 Summit Special
- 9 Whisky & Canals
- 10 The Most Beautiful Line In Europe
- 11 Wonderfully Remote
- Appendix One: Romance & Rivalry On The Rails
- Appendix Two: Steamy Affairs
- Copyright
- Acknowledgements
- Back Cover