United Kingdom

Discover the United Kingdom: A Tapestry of History, Royalty, and Natural Wonders

Embark on a journey to the United Kingdom, an archipelago where history and modernity intertwine in a rich tapestry that spans thousands of years. Located off the northwestern coast of mainland Europe, the UK is composed of England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland, each with its own unique heritage and allure. From the Neolithic Orkney to the Roman baths of Bath, the Norman conquest to the industrial revolution, the UK's legacy is as diverse as its landscapes.

Chronicles of the Isles: A Storied Past

The United Kingdom's narrative is marked by legendary monarchs, literary greats, and epoch-defining events. Its sovereignty has influenced global history, language, and culture, with a monarchy that continues to capture the world's imagination.

London: The Crown Jewel

In the heart of the UK, London stands as a global metropolis, boasting landmarks such as the Tower of London, Buckingham Palace, and the Houses of Parliament, alongside the modernity of the Shard and the cultural haven of the West End.

Edinburgh: A Capital of Culture

Travel north to Scotland's Edinburgh, where the iconic Edinburgh Castle looms over a city renowned for its festivals, arts, and the historic Royal Mile.

The Lake District: Nature's Masterpiece

England's Lake District offers tranquil beauty, with its idyllic lakes, mountainous landscapes, and literary associations with Wordsworth and Beatrix Potter.

The Giant's Causeway: Geological Splendor

In Northern Ireland, the Giant's Causeway showcases an awe-inspiring coastal landscape of basalt columns, born from volcanic fury and Irish legend.

From the rugged coasts of Cornwall to the sweeping valleys of Wales, and the picturesque glens of the Scottish Highlands, the United Kingdom invites exploration of its castles, cathedrals, and quaint villages. As you traverse through travel.frogsfolly.com, let us guide you through the UK's living history, its vibrant cultures, and its awe-inspiring natural beauty. Join us to discover the United Kingdom—a land where every stone tells a story and every landscape inspires a dream.

United Kingdom
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<p>80151 waits to depart Sheffield Park with the excursion train to East Grinstead.</p>
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<p>South Eastern Rwy #65 is a Class O1 0-6-0 built in 1896.  It was retired in 1961 and arrived at Bluebell in 1997.  It is lettered for the South Eastern &amp; Chatham Rwy, an amalgamation (but not full merger) of the SER and the London, Chatham &amp; Dover Rwy.</p>
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<p>Bluebell's regular excursion train stands ready to depart Sheffield Park for a trip to East Grinstead.  The train is made up entirely of BR Mk.I stock.</p>
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<p>Southern Rwy passenger luggage van #2186 was built in 1934 and retired in 1978.</p>
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<p>0-6-0ST #4 &quot;Sharpthorn&quot; was built in 1877.  One of its early jobs was assisting in the construction of the Lewes &amp; East Grinstead Rwy - the earliest predecessor of the Bluebell Rwy.  It later worked at Dagenham Dock until being retired in 1958.  It returned to Bluebell in 1982 for the line's centennial celebration, and was subsequently bought outright after the previous owners went into liquidation.</p>
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<p>The excursion train waits to depart Sheffield Park.</p>
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<p>South Eastern Rwy #65 is a Class O1 0-6-0 built in 1896.  It was retired in 1961 and arrived at Bluebell in 1997.  It is lettered for the South Eastern &amp; Chatham Rwy, an amalgamation (but not full merger) of the SER and the London, Chatham &amp; Dover Rwy.</p>
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<p>London, Brighton &amp; South Coast Rwy #55 &quot;Stepney&quot; is a Class A1X 0-6-0T 'Terrier' built in 1875.  Bluebell acquired it from British Rail in 1960, making it their first locomotive.</p>
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<p>South Eastern &amp; Chatham Rwy Clas C 0-6-0 #592 was built in 1902.  It was sold to a preservation group in 1966 and arrived at Bluebell in 1970.</p>
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<p>80151 has cut off from the regular excursion train.  Once the special leaves, it will run around to the other end and shunt it onto the other track.</p>
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<p>Great Western Rwy #2999 &quot;Lady of Legend&quot; is a Saint Class 4-6-0 rebuilt from a Hall-Class 4-6-0 in 2019.  This was done as no Saint Class engines survived.  It is based at the Didcot Railway Centre and was visiting Bluebell for a time.</p>
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<p>Dorking Greystone Lime Works #3 &quot;Captain Baxter&quot; is an 0-4-0T built in 1877 and spent its entire career at the lime works.  It was retired in 1959.</p>
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<p>Bluebell's regular excursion train (on the left) and a special run for a tour group  sit at Sheffield Park.</p>
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<p>E6040 &quot;The Bluebell Railway&quot; is a Class 73 diesel electric built in 1966.  It acquired the name in 1990 while still working for British Rail.  It was acquired by a member of Bluebell's locomotive department in 2022.</p>
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