Students at Rame Head and Whitsand Bay in Cornwall
Sometimes you just need to take a break 
A day out to blow away the cobwebs and regain some perspective. Or maybe you just want to get to know your new home a little better. Whatever your motivation there are plenty of opportunities to enjoy an affordable adventure. 
 
With Plymouth's railway station situated close to our main city campus and a network of scenic branch lines connecting interesting locations across Devon and Cornwall, exploring the local area by rail is a cost-effective and sustainable option. 
 
For something a little closer to home, take advantage of one of the local foot ferry services that enable you to explore the coast to the east and west of the city. 
Students sitting on a beach

If you don’t have a car, taking a boat trip from the Barbican is a great way to explore. One of the most popular trips is to Cawsands, a tiny fishing village. We found a tapas place with a stunning view, and the village itself is very cute. When we got back to the beach lots of people were swimming in the sea and enjoying the sunny weather.