HS2 tunnelling machine to be repurposed for a new mission

A giant machine used to bore a tunnel for the new HS2 high-speed railway line is to be dismantled so that it can be repurposed for a new mission.

Steam locomotive 45596 Bahamas set for Blackpool visit

On 16 November 45596 Bahamas will haul The Blackpool Illuminations Express from Birmingham New Street to Blackpool North.

The England football team is playing a World Cup qualifying match against Andorra tomorrow, Saturday, 6th September, at Villa Park in Birmingham.

Avanti West Coast’s ‘National Treasures by Rail’ are highlighting their discount fares to those taking part in the ‘National Treasures’ exhibits