First test of ETCS successful on new Heathrow Express Class 387 trains
Porterbrook has announced that they have successfully completed ETCS testing on the Class 387 trains for the first time this month.
Day: 5 April 2020
An update on steam locomotive 2807
The Cotswold Steam Preservation Ltd (CSPL) have published their March 2020 update on the overhaul of Great Western Railway 2800 Class No.2807 based at…
Changes to East Midlands Railway ticket offices due to coronavirus
East Midlands Railway has announced it has introduced changes to the opening hours of a small number of station ticket offices.
Coronavirus: Hereford – Worcester line to be replaced by buses, West Midlands Railway confirms
West Midlands Railway has announced that rail replacement bus services will be in operation between Herefore and Worcester from Monday.
Iconic Glenfinnan viaduct – used in Harry Potter films – lit-up for NHS workers
Network Rail has announced that the 21-arch Glenfinnan Viaduct, which is seen in the Harry Potter film series, has joined other venues in being lit up…
April 2020 Update for Southern Locomotives – New custodians of 35025 “Brocklebank Line”?
Southern Locomotives Ltd (SLL) have posted their latest update, including current work on their fleet and discussions regarding the future of Southern…
Coronavirus: West Midlands Railway to operate further amended timetable
West Midlands Railway has announced that it will begin to operate a new timetable from next week as part of their commitment to operating a regular se…
Man jailed after carrying a knife and trespassing at Crewe railway station
A man has been jailed after carrying a knife and trespassing at Crewe station, the British Transport Police has announced.