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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.

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Lifestyle
Grand Central Rail
17 October 2019

Whether you are a fan of Halloween or not, over the next few weeks it’s going to be hard to escape the madness – especially with it tying in with Half Term week, too. If you have kids, try to embrace the ghoulish delights of the season to create some holiday fun for all the family to enjoy.

Family travel
Grand Central Rail
15 October 2019

You may be one of those people who don’t like to hear the ‘C’ word until the beginning of December, but believe it or not, for others the festive planning is already in full swing!

Family travel
Grand Central Rail
10 October 2019

Today is World Mental Health Day – a day which casts light on the many mental health issues that the population is suffering with on an everyday basis. According to recent studies, 1 in 4 of us in the UK suffer with a mental health problem each year.

Lifestyle
Seasonal events
Grand Central Rail
07 October 2019

A famous Lancashire seaside town – Blackpool needs no introduction. But, how many of us have actually spent a day there for solely leisure purposes? Well, if you haven’t, then now’s the time to book those Blackpool train tickets and start planning your itinerary in detail.

Seasonal events
Grand Central Rail
30 September 2019

As the night’s get colder and darker, the real winter fun starts to begin around the UK. To give you a taster of what’s in store this November, here is a selection of events taking place close to our Grand Central train routes… Alexandra Palace Firework Festival 1st & 2nd November