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Class 142 to appear at The Greatest Gathering in Derby

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May 10, 2025
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Another announcement from The Greatest Gathering team, this time, Class 142No. 142013! Appearing subject to operational requirements, 142013 will visit thanks to the Midland Railway…

Southern Locomotives gives progress report on engines

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May 10, 2025
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Southern Locomotives Ltd (SLL) has issued updates on progress with several of its locomotives.

WATCH: Severn Valley Railway launches 60th Anniversary Film

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May 10, 2025
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Ahead of its 60th anniversary, the Severn Valley Railway (SVR) has released a short promotional film, made by Tinker Taylor.

Steam locomotive 73129 to visit The Greatest Gathering

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May 9, 2025
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Another steam locomotive is set to visit The Greatest Gathering in August. 73129 will be visiting thanks to the Midland Railway – Butterley for the…

Severn Valley Railway release landslip repair update – including design work and Ecology approvals

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May 9, 2025
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Following a serious landslip near Sterns on the Shropshire section of the Severn Valley railway in January, Severn Valley Railway have a new update.

Weather conditions stops railway’s Sentinel steam locomotive running day

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May 8, 2025
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The Middleton Railway in Leeds has cancelled the planned operation of Sentinel No. 68153.

Nottinghamshire Council grant helps fund Signal Box repairs but donations still needed

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May 8, 2025
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Thanks to a grant from the Nottinghamshire County Council Local Community Fund, Hotchley Hill signal box is closer to being connected to mains power.

Roaring Success at Kent & East Sussex Railway’s Gala

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May 8, 2025
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Over their April Gala weekend, the Kent & East Sussex Railways had a roaring success with their first ever Dwarves of Steam Gala.

Mid-Suffolk Light Railway appeals for funds to build carriage shed

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May 8, 2025
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The Mid-Suffolk Light Railway, known as the Middy, is appealing for donations to build a carriage shed at Dovebrook.

Tanfield Railway to welcome Belgian steam train this May

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May 8, 2025
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The Tanfield Railway is to welcome the Belgian steam tram, Lucie, for its Great North Festival of Railways. Lucie, usually based at the North Yorkshire…