I took a sleeper train to Hamburg and discovered the most exciting way to travel James Manning hopped aboard a brand-new overnight rail link to explore Germany’s underrated second city The Independent UK · Jul 27
Eurostar is launching a new direct route from London to Antwerp this December The new route will allow travellers to skip the transfer in Brussels – but you won’t be able to take a direct return on the way back. Euronews · Jul 26
Gemini has Eurostar in its sights with plans to launch London to Cologne train route by 2030 The new direct London-Cologne rail services will shave as much as two hours off the current journey time. Euronews · Jul 16
Eurostar to upgrade its trains to cope with extreme European heatwaves IN FULL The Independent UK · Jul 14
Eurostar upgrades new fleet to withstand 55C after deadly European heatwaves 50 new double-decker all-electric trains were ordered last year The Independent UK · Jul 14
Why Eurostar's new ‘Celestia’ trains are being upgraded to survive Europe's hotter future As extreme temperatures become increasingly common across Europe, Eurostar is future-proofing its next generation of trains with air conditioning designed to keep passengers moving in temperatures of up to 55C. Euronews · Jul 13
Eurostar upgrades trains to withstand extreme heat as European temperatures soar The cross-Channel travel operator has boosted the specifications of dozens of new double-decker trains to make them resilient to conditions of up to 55C Evening Standard · Jul 10
Eurostar launches 50% off sale with one way tickets starting from £35 The offer applies for travel between 28 July and 23 September 2026 The Independent UK · Jul 10
Moment drill rapper arrested on Eurostar as he tries to skip country after murdering rival Tayvon Etefia was marched down the platform in handcuffs after boarded a Eurostar train to Paris in an attempt to flee just days after the fatal shooting linked to a gang dispute on social media Evening Standard · Jul 7
Drill rappers guilty of gunning down teenager on streets of London Drill rappers Emmanuel Popoola and Teyvon Etefia, both 18, have been found guilty of murdering 18-year-old Keanu Harker in Enfield , north London , following a social media gang dispute. On the evening of June 26 last year, Popoola shot Harker in the head and chest with a pistol while… The Independent UK · Jul 6
Eurostar trains severely disrupted for days due to Rotterdam fire Rail services between the UK and the Netherlands will not run until at least Friday The Independent UK · Jun 30
Eurostar cancels some trains between Paris and London amid heatwave Two Eurostar services a day between the French and UK capitals have been scrapped due to 'adverse weather'. Euronews · Jun 23
Forget Paris and Amsterdam – why Brussels is the perfect city for your next girls’ trip More affordable than other popular European destinations, with a layered, multicultural identity, the Belgian capital makes for a surprisingly captivating – and walkable – mini break, finds Alice Reynolds The Independent UK · Jun 23
Evening Standard · Jun 22 Eurostar trains cancelled between London and Paris amid UK and France heatwaves Train operator blames ‘adverse weather conditions’ for the cancellations, with temperatures in London set to soar towards 40C
The Independent UK · Jun 17 Russia is firing warning shots off the Isle of Wight: How worried should Britain be? A heavily armed Russian warship opened fire near a civilian yacht sailed by a retired British couple
Evening Standard · Jun 9 Woman 'sexually assaulted' on Eurostar train to London The incident allegedly took place on a Eurostar service from Amsterdam to St Pancras
The Independent UK · Jun 5 This Belgian city offers a foodie escape from southern Europe’s blistering heat In search of a cooler summer destination, Katie Mather explored Ghent’s bright, modern restaurants and thriving creative scene
Evening Standard · May 27 Passengers stuck on London train for four hours in heatwave after Eurostar breaks down Around 250 commuters stuck in London railway tunnel after Eurostar service grinds to halt
The Independent UK · May 26 Why is it so difficult to travel to – and through – Europe by train? Train Talk: Simon Calder speaks to The Man in Seat 61 about continental rail travel
The Independent UK · May 26 Revealed: The cheapest city breaks in Europe, according to research Tourist expenses have risen by more than 20 per cent in seven destinations since 2025
The Independent UK · May 24 How accessible is Eurostar? I tested the journey from London to Paris as a wheelchair user Eurostar has introduced improvements on its trains for travellers with disabilities – Carrie-Ann Lightly boards at St Pancras to see how they stand up in practice
The Independent UK · May 12 New Eurostar service could directly connect UK and European country for first time Eurostar has signed a ‘memorandum of understanding’ to establish a potential direct route between the UK and Switzerland
The Guardian - UK · May 12 ‘There’s too much risk’: Britons on changing holiday plans amid Iran war Prospect of flight cancellations and petrol shortages prompt people to switch from air and road to rail and bus