A popular railway company has placed hundreds of thousands of tickets on sale ready for this year’s summer.

LNER say the sale will allow customers to book in advance and plan ahead for the holiday season.

Tickets for many weekday services up to and including September 8 2023, and weekends to Saturday, August 2 2023, will be available from March 2.

Customers are able to sign up for LNER ticket alerts on the LNER website to be kept up to date as tickets are released.

David Horne, managing director at LNER, said: “We know how much those memorable breaks mean to our customers, whether it is spending time with family or friends, or a special day trip or short break.

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“We also know how important it is for people to be able to plan ahead, so placing our summer tickets on sale now means customers can do just that.

“LNER’s new ‘Deal Finder’ on the LNER app provides both inspiration and best value fares to meet budgets.

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“There’s an extra bonus for members of LNER’s loyalty scheme, LNER Perks until mid-April.

“As well as receiving £5 credit for signing up, members can enjoy 10 per cent credit on all future ticket purchases between now and 16 April 2023 – five times more than usual.”

Customers are being encouraged to make a seat reservation as services are expected to be popular.