Train operator Northern is reassuring customers that most services across its network will be running normally this Easter, helping people to get out and enjoy the long weekend. While some parts of the railway will be affected by planned engineering work, the vast majority of routes will remain open, with trains continuing to run throughout […]
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Much-loved LNER trains back in the North East
After a more than five-year hiatus, rail customers in the North East have been reunited with a familiar sight as LNER reintroduces a daily passenger service operated by an InterCity 225 train. These much-loved trains have been a staple across the East Coast Main Line since they were brought into service in the 1990s. However, […]
Britain’s rail network open for business this Easter – but passengers asked to check before they travel on some key routes
The vast majority of Britain’s rail network will be open for passengers travelling over the Easter bank holiday weekend, helping them make the most of their spring break. Thanks to our carefully-planned £75.5m programme of investment this Easter, aimed at improving performance for both passengers and freight services, we are ensuring most services run as normal. This Easter’s biggest upgrade is part of a £400m project to boost the reliability of the West Coast Main Line – Europe’s busiest mixed-use […]
ScotRail thanks customers as 120,000 return to Glasgow Central
ScotRail is thanking customers for returning to rail travel with the resumption of the normal timetable at Glasgow Central High Level. On Wednesday 25 March, the first day of the restored timetable, ScotRail recorded around 120,000 passenger journeys at Glasgow Central as people used the train to return to work, education, and for leisure travel. […]
Greek Street roundabout reopens after £20 million upgrade
A new railway bridge supporting a four-way roundabout above the West Coast Main Line in Stockport has reopened after a year-long overhaul. Traffic restrictions were lifted on the evening of Friday 27 March at around 8pm. Network Rail has invested £20 million completely replacing Greek Street bridge to secure both the road above and railway […]
Northern offers free travel to Bedlington Terrier owners when town’s new station opens
Passengers with a famous breed of dog named after Bedlington will be offered free travel when the town’s new station is open. It is the sixth and final new station on the Northumberland Line, which reopened to passengers in December 2024 – for the first time in 60 years. Around 1.3 million journeys have been […]
Strong winds cause disruption between Preston and Manchester
Passengers travelling between Preston and Manchester have been urged to check their journeys before travelling after a fallen tree damaged overhead electrical lines on the railway. Strong winds brought several trees down overnight causing damage to lines in the Lostock area, which has disrupted passengers. Delays and cancellations are likely to last throughout the day […]
South Wales railway reopens after major track upgrade
The railway between Newport and Cardiff reopened on Monday 23 March following a week of vital track renewals to support more dependable journeys on the South Wales Main Line. More than 150 engineers and specialist teams from Network Rail, alongside contractors Colas Rail UK and AECOM, worked around the clock between 16 and 23 March […]
Lumo reveals first glimpse of refurbished Class 222 trains
Lumo has revealed a first glimpse of the eye-catching new livery on the refurbished Class 222 trains that will serve customers on its West Coast service which launches this Spring. The refurbishment work is being undertaken by Alstom’s modernisation facility in Widnes, in association with Beacon Rail. The trains feature a striking new livery in […]
Lumo reveals first glimpse of refurbished Class 222 trains
Lumo has revealed a first glimpse of the eye-catching new livery on the refurbished Class 222 trains that will serve customers on its West Coast service which launches this Spring. The refurbishment work is being undertaken by Alstom’s modernisation facility in Widnes, in association with Beacon Rail. The trains feature a striking new livery in […]