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Welcome to the Grand Central blog. Unlike the News section, here we'll be posting less formal, more informational pieces about the places we go and ideas for things to do there, as well as features and upcoming event information.

A brief guide to Royal Ascot 2019

What is Royal Ascot?

Royal Ascot is an annual five-day horse racing event, taking place at Ascot racecourse, which features a daily royal procession as part of the proceedings. The…

View more23 May 2019
How to work efficiently whilst travelling on a train

For those of us who have to commute to work every day, the daily train journey can sometimes become repetitive and frustrating. Even those who only travel once or twice a month for business…

View more17 May 2019
London on a budget

Visiting London and being on a tight budget aren’t two things you would necessarily think are possible to achieve at the same time. There are, however, ways to do both.

Here are a few…

View more15 May 2019
Afternoon tea in Yorkshire

Planning a celebration up north with some friends? Whether it’s for a hen party, baby shower, birthday or anniversary treat, there is a fabulous range of venues where you can enjoy a delicious…

View more08 May 2019
5 mental wellbeing tips for your daily commute

Travelling during peak train times can be tough, especially if you do it regularly for your daily commute to work.

Will I get a seat? Where can I stand? How busy will it be? All…

View more05 May 2019
Travelling with kids: ten things to bring on board

Travelling with kids, especially young babies and toddlers, can be a stressful experience, which is why we thought we would offer a checklist of ten things we think could make the journey a little…

View more01 May 2019
Train travel with your pet

Want to take your British Bulldog to the beach or your Persian to Paris?

We are a nation of animal lovers, therefore naturally we often want to take our pets away with us to let them…

View more25 April 2019
A Quick Guide to Eating in London

Whether it’s a special occasion or an occasional treat, London is filled with fantastic eateries for foodies of all kinds. Below we give you a taste of what you can expect.

Book a…

View more24 April 2019

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Seasonal events

Ideas and articles about seasonal travel with Grand Central

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Family travel

How you and your family can get the most out of Grand Central's services between London and the North.

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Lifestyle

Beyond the journey - where can Grand Central take you?

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Business travel

For business travellers interested in maximising their usage of Grand Central and rail

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