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Class 99 locomotives will haul Britannic Explorer services from 2027

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July 11, 2025
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A new Belmond train, the Britannic Explorer, will be hauled by GB Railfreight, the leading UK transporter of goods.

Four Avanti West Coast Employees Take on Three Peaks Challenge

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June 25, 2025
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To raise money for the charity Railway Children, Avanti West Coast employees are undertaking the National Three Peaks Challenge.

Free shuttle bus makes Northern trains to the Lake District more attractive

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May 11, 2025
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A free shuttle bus from Ravenglass Station will now make it easier for visitors to the Lake District to explore the area’s destinations.

Book Review: Roaming the West Coast Rails by Derek Cross

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April 15, 2025
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In this book, Derek Cross takes a journey along the West Coast route illustrating trains in many settings from the steam age through to modern traction.

Northern to upgrade cycle storage facilities

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April 14, 2025
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Following a review of the available bicycle storage facilities, train operator Northern is upgrading the facilities at some stations across its network.

New assistance points for disabled passengers at forty Northern stations

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April 9, 2025
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Train operator Northern has unveiled a new facility aimed at assisting disabled passengers at forty of its stations.

Keswick is again part of Britain’s railway network

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April 7, 2025
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Keswick is again part of the railway network with a virtual station that allows visitors to purchase a single ticket that covers train and bus and travel.

Northern Belle train to visit Carlisle this Saturday

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February 28, 2025
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The Northern Belle is to visit Carlisle this Saturday (1st March 2025). The tour will start at Manchester Victoria behind a Class 47 or 57…

Northern Belle train to visit Carlisle this Saturday

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February 28, 2025
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The Northern Belle is to visit Carlisle this Saturday (1st March 2025). The tour will start at Manchester Victoria behind a Class 47 or 57…

Steam locomotive 34067 Tangmere to pass through Yorkshire this Saturday

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February 20, 2025
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34067 Tangmere is to pass through Yorkshire this Saturday, 22nd February 2025.