Most train services to run as normal during August bank holiday weekend
With the late summer bank holiday just a month away, Network Rail has advised that most of Britain’s railway network will be running as normal.
Month: July 2024
First Beacon footbridge opens at West Yorkshire station
Network Rail is constructing the 'Beacon' bridge at Garforth, which will soon have step-free access to platforms.
North Yorkshire Moors Railway announce oil conversion for Omaha locomotive
The North Yorkshire Moors Railway has announced that they are to convert 2253 Omaha from coal to oil fired.
CrossCountry’s timetable change will shorten Scottish services
Cross Country is introducing these temporary timetable changes from August 10th to November 9th in order to optimise services in the face of crew reso…
World’s first Doodle Train created for Kent heritage railway
The Kent and East Sussex Railway based at Tenterden in Kent has a special attraction for children this summer with the world's first Doodle Train.
Nine-day closure for part of Tyne & Wear Metro
There will be no services for nine days on the Tyne and Wear Metro in the Manors area of Newcastle whilst repairs are made to bridges and tunnels.
Book Review: The St. Ives Branch Line – A History by Richard C. Long
This book describes one of Britain’s most scenic routes, the short branch line from St. Erth to St Ives, and the last broad gauge line to be built i…
Win travel and ice cream in golden ticket giveaway!
This exclusive prize is up for grabs to mark National Ice Cream Day on 21st July.
Two Scottish Steam weekends at Tunbridge Wells
Visitors to this popular steam railway can see Caledonian Railway Nos. 419 & 828 in action.
Rapido Trains adds Open C ‘Tube’ wagon to its OO range
Rapido Trains UK has announced the addition of a Great Western Railway Open C ‘Tube’ wagon to its range of OO gauge rolling stock.