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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.

Passengers numbers rise 12% across WMR and LNR services

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November 14, 2025
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Over 67.7 million journeys were made on WMR and LNR services in 2025

Second round of consultation launches on UK Intermodal Logistics Park North

Simon Walton
October 30, 2025
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Plans have progressed for a new Strategic Rail Freight Interchange, potentially replacing Trafford Park terminal in Manchester.

UK Logistics Park North consultation begun

Simon Walton
October 29, 2025
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In North West England, plans to develop a major new Strategic Rail Freight Interchange (SRFI) between Manchester and Liverpool have taken a further step forward.…

Second consultation opens into new Newton-Le-Willows freight terminal

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October 28, 2025
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A second consultation on plans for a Freight Interchange at Newton-Le-Willows opens to the public

Avanti West Coast releases tickets for Christmas travel

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October 11, 2025
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To help passengers plan Christmas travel arrangements, Avanti West Coast has released its best-value fares for travel during the festive period.

Avanti West Coast releases tickets for Christmas travel

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October 11, 2025
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To help passengers plan Christmas travel arrangements, Avanti West Coast has released its best-value fares for travel during the festive period.

Rail industry raises over £130,000 for Railway Children charity

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October 10, 2025
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Three major fundraising events involving rail industry staff have raised more than £130,000 for the charity Railway Children.

Rail Reinvention in Liverpool Part 2: Seaforth Container Terminal Branch

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October 9, 2025
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PhD researcher, Wendy O’Neill, continues her examination of the reuse of abandoned rail across Merseyside.

The post Rail Reinvention in Liverpool Part 2: Seaforth Container Terminal Branch appeared first on National Railway Museum blog.

Rail Reinvention in Liverpool Part 1: Merseyrail Electrics

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October 9, 2025
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As part of the Railway 200 celebrations, PhD researcher, Wendy O’Neill, examines staff magazines held in our collection to explore the reuse of abandoned rail across Merseyside.

The post Rail Reinvention in Liverpool Part 1: Merseyrail Electrics appeared first on National Railway Museum blog.