RAIB to investigate into train leaving Cheshire station with doors open
The Rail Accident Investigation Branch has opened an investigation into an incident at Styal station when a train departed with five doors still open.
Author: Roger Smith
I have had a life-long interest in railways, growing up just a few yards from the complex of sidings at Gloucester docks. My interest continued when I left school and joined the signal department of British Railways.
I am a published author and a a proof-reader for the Railway Correspondence and Travel Society's society’s monthly magazine, the Railway Observer.
I am also a keen photographer, and have had a number of railway photographs published in monthly magazines and books.
Mobile assistance team available at three stations in East Anglia
Great Northern has launched a new mobile assistance team for Downham Market, Littleport and Watlington stations in East Anglia.
Wensleydale Railway offers local residents 25% discount
Wensleydale Railway is continuing its popular discount scheme that allows local residents to enjoy a 25% discount for travel on the railway.
Siemens Mobility secures €530 million to maintain Class 185 fleet
Siemens Mobility has secured a €530 million contract extension for maintenance of Class 185 trains on former TransPennine Express routes.
North Yorkshire Moors Railway launches ‘Love Your Railway’ campaign
The North Yorkshire Moors Railway (NYMR) is among over 60 organisations taking part in the third annual ‘Love Your Railway’ campaign.
DB Cargo UK names locomotive after Yorkshire children’s hospice
Martin House Children’s Hospice is set to receive nationwide recognition after one of DB Cargo UK's locomotives was named after it on 2nd June.
BTP officer recognised for outstanding work with TransPennine Express
A British Transport Police liaison officer has been recognised with a ‘Partnership Working’ award for his outstanding work with TransPennine Expre…
Local community to create mosaic for new Birmingham University railway station
A mosaic is being created for the new University railway station in Birmingham building in time for its opening later this year.
Metro drivers give ‘thumbs up’ to new Stadler Class 555 trains
Drivers of the Tyne and West Metro’s new Class 555 trains have overwhelmingly given them their approval after taking part in a series of test runs.
May update on restoring Adams T3 steam locomotive No. 563
The 563 Locomotive Group has issued the latest update on restoring Adams T3 Class 4-4-0 No. 563 to running order.