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Michael Holden posted a new post. 2 months ago
RAIB releases full statement following train collision in Mid-WalesThe Rail Accident Investigation Branch has released its first full statement following yesterday’s train collision on the Cambrian Line. They have said that their investigation…
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Strange that no such accident occurred during steam days when a physical exchange of a token was carried out before entering the next section.
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My impression of RAIB report is that the wheels picking up or skid was the result of the two trains suddenly confronting each other on the same (Single line)! A panic emergency stop! The loop was 800 metres… Read more
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Surely what we need nationwide is for Network Rail to cut back/prune line side vegetation which has been allowed to grow exponentially.
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Michael Holden posted a new post. 2 months ago
Slippery rails cause disruption to trains across WalesTransport for Wales is urging passengers to plan ahead, as slippery rails caused by the autumn leaf-fall season is causing delays across the network.
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That is yet to be determines. The RAIB is only in the very earliest stages of the investigation. But, it seams likely. Though with the ERTMS signalling which takes into account rail condition data in… Read more
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It's a very real problem...... but almost a quarter of the way into the 21st century, and approaching the railways' 200th birthday, how can we be in a situation where there appears to be no effective remedy… Read more
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The RAID has suggested that low adhesion could be a factor, but they have not positively ascribed any reason for the collision as yet. This collision is a bit different from the Salisbury one though. There… Read more
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Michael Holden posted a new post. 2 months ago
Streamlined steam locomotive to pass through Hertfordshire this Wednesday60007 Sir Nigel Gresley will pass through Hertfordshire this Wednesday, as it heads back to base after visiting the Bluebell Railway. Departing East Grinstead at…
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Michael Holden posted a new post. 2 months ago
Man dies after two-train collision in mid-WalesThe British Transport Police has confirmed that sadly, a man has died following the collision between two trains near Llanbrymair in Mid Wales.
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The Cambrian line beyond the vicinity of Machynlleth has been converted to cab signalling instead of traditional signalling. Does this extend east of Machynlleth as far as the site of this accident? If so,… Read more
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Michael Holden posted a new post. 2 months ago
Steam locomotive 45596 Bahamas set to pass through Yorkshire this Tuesday45596 Bahamas is set to pass through Yorkshire tomorrow (21/10) as it heads to Tyseley. Departing the Keighley and Worth Valley Railway at 12:45, the…
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Congratulations to @Delticman18 and @DONNA CUSICK your pictures below have been chosen to feature in this week’s newsletter, currently on its way to 1000’s of readers. You join the earlier winners and go forward into the monthly draw. Your last chance to enter for this month will be on the 25th. #feature
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Well done Martin and Donna there very good pictures keep up the good camera work from Philip
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Michael Holden posted a new post. 2 months ago
Measures announced to 'get a grip' on HS2 costsLouise Haig, Transport Secretary, has announced measures to get HS2 back on track.
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The present system of doubling the cost every 6 months seems to be working ok! (wasant it 52 Billion)?
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Michael Holden posted a new post. 2 months ago
Steam locomotive to pass through Oxfordshire this MondayA private charter is set to run this Monday, 21st October, between Didcot Parkway and Stratford-upon-Avon. The charter is expected to be hauled by 5043…
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Michael Holden posted a new post. 2 months ago
First Class coach for in time for Corris Railway Diamond Jubilee?The Corris Railway is working to introduce first-class travel for the first time in nearly 100 years. The society was founded back in 1966, and…
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