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Guest locos and coaches at Richmond Light Railway

THE Richmond Light Railway’s (RLR) Charity Summer Steam Fair on August 17 featured two visiting locomotives: Bredgar & Wormshill Light
Should passengers be compensated for travelling on outdated Pacer trains?

Political leaders are demanding Northern Rail compensates passengers who are forced to use outdated Pacer trains.
Zillertal makes its UK debut at W&LLR gala

‘U’ CLASS 0-6-2T No. 2 Zillertal, from Austria’s Zillertalbahn line, made its debut in Mid-Wales as the star of the Welshpool
Good craic on Steam Dreams’ ‘Emerald Isle’ luxury charter

BRITISH railtour operator Steam Dreams returned to Ireland during September with its multi-day ‘Emerald Isle Craic Express’. The charter was
UK Railway News Round-up

This week, Extinction Rebellion come under fire after causing disruptions at Canning Town station in east London, and a child dies from serious injuries on railway tracks in Merseyside.
Waleswood joins Chasewater line fleet

HUDSWELL, Clarke 0-4-0ST Waleswood (750/1906) has joined the Chasewater Railway’s operating fleet on long-term loan after more than 30 years
Extinction Rebellion rethink public transport disruption after London Underground scenes

Extinction Rebellion organisers will reflect on future plans after an activist was dragged to the ground from the top of a Tube train in east London.
Lambton No. 29 ready for North Yorks Moors gala

EX-Lambton, Hetton & Joicey Collieries Kitson 0-6-2T No. 29 (4263/1904) was undergoing final painting at the North Yorkshire Moors Railway’s Grosmont

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Guest locos and coaches at Richmond Light Railway

21st October 2019 Nigel Devereux

THE Richmond Light Railway’s (RLR) Charity Summer Steam Fair on August 17 featured two visiting

Northern Rail

Should passengers be compensated for travelling on outdated Pacer trains?

21st October 2019 Sam Hewitt

Political leaders are demanding Northern Rail compensates passengers who are forced to use outdated Pacer trains.

Zillertal makes its UK debut at W&LLR gala

20th October 2019 Nigel Devereux

‘U’ CLASS 0-6-2T No. 2 Zillertal, from Austria’s Zillertalbahn line, made its debut in Mid-Wales as

Good craic on Steam Dreams’ ‘Emerald Isle’ luxury charter

19th October 2019 Nigel Devereux

BRITISH railtour operator Steam Dreams returned to Ireland during September with its multi-day ‘Emerald Isle

Ugly scenes as Extinction Rebellion protester is dragged from a Tube train.

UK Railway News Round-up

18th October 2019 Sam Hewitt

This week, Extinction Rebellion come under fire after causing disruptions at Canning Town station in east London, and a child dies from serious injuries on railway tracks in Merseyside.

Waleswood joins Chasewater line fleet

18th October 2019 Nigel Devereux

HUDSWELL, Clarke 0-4-0ST Waleswood (750/1906) has joined the Chasewater Railway’s operating fleet on long-term loan

Shot of the 60163 Tornado.

Five facts you need to know about 60163 Tornado steam locomotive

17th October 2019 Sam Hewitt

Peppercorn A1 Pacific No. 60163 Tornado has helped revive the legacy of loco building in Darlington.

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The Railway Hub’s Model Guide

15th October 2019 Sam Hewitt

Ahead of the much-anticipated Warley Exhibition that the NEC next month, here’s a selection of railway modelling companies that you should look out for.

Six things you may not know about Flying Scotsman

14th October 2019 Ben Stockdale

Flying Scotsman is one of the most famous locomotives of all time, here are some facts that you may not have heard about the locomotive.

Leighton Buzzard Railway: 100 not out

14th October 2019 Nigel Devereux

Cliff Thomas reports on a rare heritage anniversary – a 2ft-gauge railway that has operated

Rail Express cover

November issue of Rail Express out now!

18th October 2019 Sam Hewitt

New look for GBRf ‘Tug’ No. 60026! We tribute the line that’s defied the odds! And, Europhoenix buys ‘91s’. The November issue of Rail Express magazine is packed with modern traction news, nostalgia and modelling.

October issue on sale!

30th September 2019 Web Editor

Britain’s best-selling rail title is back for another month of award-winning photos, news, features and

September issue on sale now!

4th September 2019 Sam Hewitt

This month’s The Railway Magazine features Abellio’s takeover of East Midlands franchise; it’s make or break for HS2 plus take at steam’s ‘mystery’ man!

Issue 258 on sale now!

30th August 2019 Sam Hewitt

Britain’s hottest day ever! Taunton shuttles success! Stephenson’s Rocket making September debut! Issue 258 of Heritage Railway magazine has got the lot, including an appearance from Kylie Minogue!