Steam locomotive driver leaves footplate after 55 years
A steam train driver on the Great Central Railway has retired after 55 years of life on the footplate.
Tag: Leicestershire
Luxury Blue Pullman HST to pass through Leicestershire this Tuesday
The Midland Pullman HST is to pass through Leicestershire this Tuesday (17th December) on its way to Edinburgh. Departing Bedford at 05:28, the HST will…
Three GWR steam locomotives set for Great Central Railway visit
The Great Central Railway will have three very-special guest steam locomotives running during its much-anticipated Winter Steam Gala in January.
Test runs take place at Nottingham heritage railway
For the first time since the Covid pandemic, a passenger train has run over the entire 9-mile length of the Great Central Railway (Nottingham).
Steam locomotive 45596 Bahamas to pass through Leicestershire this week
45596 Bahamas is back on the mainline later this week as it heads for the Nene Valley Railway. Departing Vintage Trains’ base at Tyseley at…
Great Central Railway announce the return of the Santa Express for 2024
Great Central Railway opens bookings for its Santa Express trains this Festive season
Major improvements underway at Leicestershire railway station
A programme of major improvements is being carried out to the railway station at Market Harborough in Leicestershire.
Leicestershire gala to be aimed at enthusiasts and families
The upcoming Great Central Railway gala, which is to be held between the 3rd and 6th of October, is set to offer a chance for families and enthusiasts…
Steam locomotive 6880 Betton Grange set for Leicestershire visit
The Battlefield Line has announced that they will be receiving a visit from New-Build 6880 Betton Grange later in 2024.
GCR Beer Festival to be Biggest in Leicestershire
The Great Central Railway are to have 125 Guest Ales celebrating the lines 125th Anniversary