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38 thrilling day trips that are just a quick train ride from London

Edith HancockJan 4, 2017, 15:39 IST

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London is cold, grey and unpredictable in the winter. Luckily, it's easy to get out of the city for the day, thanks to its fantastic transport links.

Whether you're looking for a day trip to the beach or a cultural experience, there's plenty to see in the UK within a short commute of the city.

We've listed 39 day trips that are worth taking, ranked by how long it takes to get to each destination by train, from the longest to the shortest journey.

From mountain biking in Essex to Anglo Saxon burial grounds in Suffolk, here are our top 30 trips: