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Train Sim World 6 ventures to the Far East

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July 25, 2026
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Train Sim World 6 is venturing to the Far East with the release of its first Japanese line, the Tadami Line: Aizu-Wakamatsu – Tadami.

Avanti West Coast to serve Eton Mess to First Class passengers

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July 25, 2026
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Intercity train operator Avanti West Coast has announced that it is to continue its partnership with a local patisserie to serve Eton Mess for its First Class customers.

Samaritans raises its profile with an Awareness Day

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July 25, 2026
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One of the supporters of the suicide prevention charity Samaritans’ annual ‘24/7’ Awareness Day held yesterday, Friday 24th July, was GBR Anglia.

‘Unknown Warrior’ update: tests completed and rivets replaced with temporary bolts

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July 25, 2026
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Work is continuing on the new-build steam locomotive LMS Patriot Class No. 5551 ‘The Unknown Warrior’ at Tyseley Loco Works.

Lumo expands its support for Pride celebrations

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July 24, 2026
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Following the unveiling of one of its trains with a new Pride livery, Lumo has announced it is supporting more Pride events than ever before.

West Midlands Railway marks Samaritans Awareness Day

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July 24, 2026
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It is the annual Samaritans Awareness Day today (Friday 24 July), and West Midlands Railway (WMR) is reminding passengers they don’t have to face their problems alone.

West Midlands Railway marks Samaritans Awareness Day

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July 24, 2026
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It is the annual Samaritans Awareness Day today (Friday 24 July), and West Midlands Railway (WMR) is reminding passengers they don’t have to face their problems alone.

North West passenger update as engineering work set to begin

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July 24, 2026
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Rail passengers travelling between Wigan and Southport have been urged to plan ahead, with key engineering work set to take place next week. From Monday 27 to Friday 31 July, engineering teams will be replacing ageing track in the Parbold area. This means no trains will run between Southport and Wigan Wallgate during this period. Replacement buses will […]

Heritage railway appoints new Chairman and Deputy Chairman

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July 24, 2026
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A new chairman and deputy chairman have been appointed to the board of the Severn Valley Railway Society Limited.

Celebrating 50 years since first building moved to Beamish

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July 24, 2026
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Beamish, The Living Museum of the North, is celebrating 50 years since Rowley Station became the first building to be relocated to the museum.