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Storm Goretti: Manchester to Sheffield railway line to close as storm moves in

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January 8, 2026
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Storm Goretti is set to hit the rail network today and tomorrow (9th January), and TransPennine Express is urging passengers to check before travelling. The…

DFTO announces major plans for train operators

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January 8, 2026
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The Department for Tranport Operator (DFTO) has announced major changes for publicly owned train operators during the coming year

Brighton Main Line to close for three weekends

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January 8, 2026
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Buses will replace trains on large parts of the Brighton Main Line over the next three weekends

Shropshire-based Class 143s find new owner

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January 8, 2026
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Heritage Traction Preservation has confirmed that they have purchased Class 143 units, No. 143601 and 143616. Heritage Traction Preservation was set up to acquire and…

Resignalling of Hampshire railway line completed

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January 7, 2026
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Resignalling of the line between Farncombe and Petersfield has been completed, after commissioning new 90 signals and 17 new equipment buildings.

Resignalling of Hampshire railway line completed

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January 7, 2026
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Resignalling of the line between Farncombe and Petersfield has been completed, after commissioning new 90 signals and 17 new equipment buildings.

Gatwick Airport train services to change with passengers advised to plan ahead

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January 7, 2026
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GWR services to Gatwick Airport are to be replaced by buses over the next three weekends

Popular Events round off Severn Valley Railway’s 60th Anniversary Year

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January 6, 2026
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Successful Winter Events round off Severn Valleys’ 2025 operating season

GRP used in multi-million-pound upgrade at Derbyshire railway station

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January 6, 2026
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Network Rail took advantage of the suspension of train services over Christmas to carry out work on a major project at Chesterfield in Derbyshire.

Steam locomotive 7802 Bradley Manor to visit Somerset for 2026 season

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January 6, 2026
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The Erlestoke Manor Fund has announced that 7802 Bradley Manor will be visiting the West Somerset Railway for an extended period in 2026. The visit…