Tarka Valley Railway takes delivery of ex-GWR Pacer unit
The Tarka Valley Railway at Torrington in North Devon has taken delivery of a British Rail class 143 “Pacer” DMU No. 143617.
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.
Major Bakerloo and London Overground closures in run-up to Christmas
During the week before Christmas, services on the Bakerloo line and London Overground between Euston and Watford Junction will be disrupted.
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DB partners with Siemens Mobility to develop new high-speed train
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Northern is looking to recruit 16 engineering apprentices
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London North Eastern Railway trials pioneering customer information screens
As part of a new digital trial, LNER is pioneering new technology that will make it easier for customers to find the correct place to board their trai…
Bala Lake Railway makes significant progress towards Bala Town
The Bala Lake Railway Trust has released aerial photographs showing progress being made in extending the railway to a station in Bala town.
Rail Trolley Trust adds Permaquip Material Handling Tug to its fleet
Following recent donations of other Permaquip vehicles, the Rail Trolley Trust has added a Permaquip Material Handling Tug to its fleet of machines.
Service disruptions to East Coast Main Line services on 7/8 January
On 7th/8th January, train services on the southern part of the East Coast Main Line and across Great Northern routes are likely to be disrupted.