Virgin Trains teams up with Cherry Healey to launch Train Jotting
Virgin Trains is launching a competition, this summer, which encourages young people across the UK to get creative and re-imagine train travel by drawing their…
Author: Emma Holden
I have been around trains at heritage railways all my life. In particular, the narrow gauge trains in Wales, and spent many Duncan days at the Talyllyn Railway when I was younger. I have been a volunteer author for RailAdvent since 2019
August Bank Holiday network upgrade plans
As Network Rail deliver their 448 projects to improve the railway across Britain, they are are urging passengers to plan their journeys in advance. This…
Science Museum’s Power Hall set for multi-million-pound restoration
One of the most beloved industrial heritage galleries in the country, The Power Hall at the Science and Industry Museum, is to be restored to…
GTR fined over mans death on Gatwick Express
After being convicted of one offence under the Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974, Govia Thameslink Railway Ltd (GTR) has now been fined…
Kids Elmer the Elephant designs displayed on the Metro
On the Tyne and Wear Metro, school kids are showcasing their artwork for thousands of passengers to see. This is to celebrate this summer’s art…
Students grow own plants at Midsomer Norton railway station
Students from Fosse Way School have been helping volunteers at the heritage railway with various activities which included some major gardening plans. Over the summer…
New train damage detection technology from Greater Anglia
To help boost performance, Greater Anglia is now investing in new hi-tech equipment, that is to routinely check the condition of its trains. Automatic Vehicle…
Felixstowe Branch Level Crossing Upgrade Complete
Along the Felixstowe branch line, four-level crossings have successfully been upgraded to make crossing the railway safer for all in the Suffolk area. After seven…
An update on Bulleid coach No. 1456
The big news this month is the completion of the electrical system for Bulleid open third, 1456. Graham and Norman, who have been their friendly…
Rail companies give free travel to Invictus Games 2019
From today, rail companies are now providing free travel for over a 100 wounded, injured and sick service personnel and veterans, as well as their…