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Publicly-owned train operators report growth in passengers using their stations

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January 23, 2026
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Train operators which have been brought back into public ownership have published information about their passenger numbers, which shows significant increases.

Avanti West Coast begins diverting trains via historic route

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January 1, 2026
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Work has begun on Clifton Bridge in Cumbria and means that the West Coast Main Line has is now blocked. Avanti West Coast has, however,…

Where and when to see a Class 52 locomotive as it hauls The Pathfinder Finale

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December 19, 2025
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Class 52 No. D1015 is to haul The Pathfinder Finale this weekend (20th December), which will bid farewell to tour promoter, Pathfinder Railtours. Departing Salisbury…

Yellow Northern train promotes integration of transport in Greater Manchester

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December 14, 2025
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A Northern train has been painted yellow to promote the integration of Greater Manchester’s train services into the Bee Network from December 2026.

Yellow Northern train promotes integration of transport in Greater Manchester

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December 14, 2025
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A Northern train has been painted yellow to promote the integration of Greater Manchester’s train services into the Bee Network from December 2026.

Yellow Northern train promotes integration of transport in Greater Manchester

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December 14, 2025
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A Northern train has been painted yellow to promote the integration of Greater Manchester’s train services into the Bee Network from December 2026.

3 MILLION train tickets made available for just £2

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September 30, 2025
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Northern is once again having its Flash Sale, with 3 million tickets available for just £2. Tickets are on sale now and will run until…

Weekend disruption to train services in Greater Manchester

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September 11, 2025
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There will be a disruption to train services between Manchester and Bolton this weekend because of engineering work at Salford Crescent station.

Electrification of Greater Manchester railway line officially complete

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July 28, 2025
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This weekend saw the completion of the £100m electrification of the railway line between Wigan and Bolton.

Electrification of Greater Manchester railway line officially complete

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July 28, 2025
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This weekend saw the completion of the £100m electrification of the railway line between Wigan and Bolton.