Bentham Line wins awards at the CRAs
The Leeds - Morecambe Community Partnership win three awards The Community Rail Awards
Author: Mark Wilson
My interest in railways began when I was very young as it runs in the family. I volunteer in the loco department on the Bluebell Railway and at a privately owned miniature railway. I am also interested in model railways.
Battery train begins trial in West London
Test trials have started on GWRs new fast-charging battery train, on the Greenford Branch line in West London.
Tap-and-go tickets arriving on Liverpool’s railway this year
As of Autumn 2024 Merseyrail will be providing contactless payments via the MetroCard.
Minister views progress on Coventry Very Light Rail system
The Shadow Rail Minister visits BCIMO, to see the progress being made on the CVLR project.
Work begins to replace lifts at Greater Manchester station
Work on replacing the lifts at Bolton has begun, it's expected to be completed by late Autumn.
Leicester, Luton, and Peterborough train services to be affected by weekend work
Trains will be affected as Midland Mainline Upgrade works continue over the next two weekends.
Dawlish Station gains step free access
The new step free access footbridge at Dawlish opens in time for the spring holiday season.
London Euston trains affected by Easter closure
Several Engineering Works are to take place over the Easter Bank Holidays, which will see London Euston close for 4 days.
LeShuttle reaches major Freight Milestone
LeShuttle has transported its 35 millionth lorry through the channel tunnel.
Norfolk railway announces second visiting steam locomotive
Austerity Saddle Tank No.22 is set to visit the North Norfolk Railway for its 2024 running season.