The two UK towns getting new train stations for the first time in over 60 years for £45million
Both Cullompton in Devon and Wellington in Somerset lost their stations in the 1960s, but they are set to reopen as early as next year.
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The two countryside towns in south west England did once have train stations that were built in the 1880s.
But as a result of the Beeching cuts, which saw huge changes to train services as a result of the nationalisation of the railway, they were both closed in 1964.
However, there are now fresh plans to revive both stations with services expected to start running as early as 2026.
Both will reopen at an estimated cost of £45million.
The stations will connect to Exeter, a major transport hub with direct services to London Paddington, Plymouth, Bristol and the Cornish mainline too.
Details are yet to be confirmed, but it's likely that when the railway stations reopen, they will join the Great Western Main Line that runs from London Paddington to Penzance.
Cullompton sits on the doorstep of the Blackdown Hills on the Somerset-Devon border.
For any families heading south, the town is right next to Diggerland Devon where children can operate diggers and hunt for buried treasure.
You'll also find local farm shops and many pubs like The Weary Traveller, Merry Harriers, The Ashill Inn and Half Moon Inn.
Over the border in Somerset is the town of Wellington.
Visit Diggerland UK to enjoy an exciting staycation in the beautiful Devonshire countryside
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Wellington has become known as a "food town" thanks to its reputation for quality food and drink.
Top restaurants and pubs on Tripadvisor include The Martlet Inn which specialises in game and fish dishes.
Another popular food spot is Valla Verde Italian Restaurant where you can sample delightful pasta dishes and antipasti.
For keen explorers, it's a route to the Quantock Hills and Exmoor National Park.
From there, it's a short trip up to the larger town of Taunton known for cider production and having its own castle.
Cullompton and Wellington are just a 24 minute drive away from one another.
But using public transport, the neighbouring towns can only reach each other by bus.
Here's another direct train line that's set to connect the UK to a European city for the first time.
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