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Two visiting steam locomotives announced for Ravenglass and Eskdale Railway gala

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January 24, 2025
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The Ravenglass and Eskdale Railway has announced two visiting steam locomotives for its 150th Anniversary Gala. Set to be held between the 3rd and 5th…

Improvement work closes Manchester Metrolink line for 2 weeks

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January 24, 2025
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Transport for Greater Manchester has reminded passengers that work at Weaste tram stop next month will mean a 2 week closure. Trams will not run…

Storm Eowyn – Latest train travel advice

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January 24, 2025
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Gale force winds are being felt across the country today and train operators are having to cancel and amend services. High winds can bring debris…

National Railway Museum reveals plans for double celebration year

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January 24, 2025
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The National Railway Museum in York has announced its plans for two anniversaries this year – its own fiftieth birthday and the bicentenary of the railway.

New colour vision test for train drivers

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January 24, 2025
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The Rail Safety and Standards Board (RSSB) have announced a new two-step approach when assessing colour vision deficiency (colour blindness)

Wales celebrates the launch of Railway 200

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January 24, 2025
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A special event is being held at the Vale of Rheidol Railway in Aberystwyth today, Thursday 23rd January, to mark the launch of Railway 200 in Wales.

Heidelberg Materials places order for 600kWh battery powered Class 08e locomotive

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January 24, 2025
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Positive Traction has received an order from Heidelberg Materials for a Class 08e locomotive. The company has provided donor locomotive 08296 from their fleet for…

Kent and East Sussex Railway makes final of two major awards

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January 24, 2025
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The Kent & East Sussex Railway hopes to scoop two awards in the prestigious 2025 Heritage Railway Association (HRA) Awards.

Storm Eowyn: ALL Scotland train services cancelled this Friday

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January 24, 2025
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ScotRail has said that all train services will be suspended on Friday, 24th January, due to the red weather warning in place.

Top Employer recognition for East Midlands Railway

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January 23, 2025
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For the ninth year in a row, train operating company East Midlands Railway has been recognised as a Top Employer.