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Preserved Merseyrail unit runs from 3rd rail power for first time

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November 24, 2025
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On 18 November, Merseyrail unit 507 001 ran for the first time since being preserved, on 3rd rail power.

Enjoy the experience of steam trains at night in Derbyshire

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November 24, 2025
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Next February, Peak Rail is offering visitors the chance to enjoy an unforgettable night celebrating railways in the dark.

Winter steam trains to take passengers to Whitby this Christmas and New Year

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November 19, 2025
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As in previous years, the North Yorkshire Moors Railway (NYMR) be running Whitby Winter Excursions over the Christmas and New Year period.

Yorkshire heritage railway refurbishes carriages ready for Christmas services

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November 15, 2025
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Three former British Rail Mk.2 carriages, have been refurbished at the Wensleydale Railway, just in time for its Christmas train services.

Two special events at the Great Central Railway each side of Christmas

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November 14, 2025
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As a prelude to the festive season and to welcome 2026, the Great Central Railway is running two special events.

Steam locomotive 4079 Pendennis Castle steps in as Glos Warks Hall withdrawn

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November 14, 2025
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The Gloucestershire Warwickshire Railway has announced that 4079 Pendennis Castle is to visit for the Festive season. Sadly, a boiler inspection on 7903 Foremarke Hall…

Steam locomotive wows crowds at Lord Mayor’s Show

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November 11, 2025
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Visitors to this year’s Lord Mayor’s Show, held on 8 November, saw the unusual spectacle of a steam engine parading around the streets of the city.

Steam locomotive wows crowds at Lord Mayor’s Show

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November 11, 2025
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Visitors to this year’s Lord Mayor’s Show, held on 8 November, saw the unusual spectacle of a steam engine parading around the streets of the city.

Ukraine secures 73,5 million euros for standard gauge line to Poland

Marco Raimondi
November 7, 2025
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Ukrainian Railways (UZ) signed an agreement with the European Climate, Infrastructure and Environment Executive Agency (CINEA) for 73,5 million euros. The money will be deployed…

Class 47 locomotive to visit the South Devon Railway

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November 2, 2025
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The South Devon Railway has announced that Class 47 No. 47715 will be visiting them for their Diesel Gala this month.