Shopping

Top Christmas markets on the GWR network
Christmas wouldn’t be complete without a trip to a seasonal market, so why not hop on a Great Western train to one of these destinations where you’ll find stalls brimming with brilliant gift ideas more >
7th December 2018
Get festive at these awesome Christmas shops
‘Tis the season to go tinsel mad. If you’re looking for the biggest and bling-est baubles, the greatest and most garish garlands or the ultimate Santa Claus for your living room window, these awesome Christmas shops from across the network are a must-visit. more >
3rd December 2018
Fun things to do Hereford
Mix shopping with sightseeing in this cool cathedral city that is the perfect combination of town and country, with the fabulous Malvern Hills and Black Mountains right on its doorstep. more >
13th November 2018
Bargain-hunter’s guide to Cardiff
We dig around for the best places to bag a bargain in the Welsh capital, with some top hidden gems, including flea markets, a remarkable record shop and a brill book store. more >
23rd October 2018
How to celebrate Record Store Day UK
One of the biggest annual events in the music calendar is rearing its vinyl head. Celebrate this year's Record Store Day on 21 April with one of 200 independent record shops in the UK, and if you’re keen to browse for vintage records and second-hand CDs, pay a visit to one of our favourite indie music stores. more >
18th April 2018