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Motorcycles and locomotives both from Beardmore
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For a brief period in the early 1920s, Glasgow-based engineering firm William Beardmore and Company had motorcycles and locomotives on its order books, resulting in this recently rediscovered press photo. This fascinating photograph (above) was passed to us by James Robinson, editor of our sister title The Classic Motor Cycle, a publication that can trace…
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Pakistan Railways – One of the Last with an Authentic Infrastructure
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The new government has been elected. There were many votes for Imran Khan (his PTI supporters won 101 of 266 seats), but the new government now appears to be a coalition of the economically liberal, conservative Pakistan Muslim League N (75 seats) and the Pakistan People’s Party (54 seats). Of course there are rumblings here…
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Steaming Through the Yorkshire Dales
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Ray Fincham takes a look over the history of steam transportation in the Yorkshire Dales. The topography of the Yorkshire Dales has long made travel through the district problematic. Transport links have evolved slowly over millennia to serve locals and travellers from further afield, paths and tracks for those on foot and horseback, pack-horse trails…
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The ‘Wansbeck Piper’: A 1960s steam tour
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Discover the Wansbeck Valley Railway in rural Northumberland, 57 years ago, on the ‘Wansbeck Piper’, the final train to travel over the route.
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7 gift ideas for your train-mad dad this Fathers’ Day
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Here are a few different places you can find the perfect Fathers’ Day gift for your train-loving dad, from model railway products to fascinating reads.
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Excursions and Adventures: Unforgettable Experiences For Active Recreation in Spain
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Creating a detailed to-do list can help you make the most out of your trip to Spain. In this post, we have covered the key excursions and adventures that should definitely be a part of your travel agenda.
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Exciting News for UK Customers of Modellbahn Union!
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We are delighted to introduce a groundbreaking solution tailored exclusively for Modellbahn Union’s esteemed UK clientele. We understand the importance of providing impeccable service and convenience, which is why we’re thrilled to announce our latest initiative of a partnership between Modellbahn Union and DCC Supplies. Introducing Seamless Returns, Repairs, and Warranty Claims Gone are the…
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Draft Bill sets out plan for Great British Railways and more
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The Government has published a long-awaited draft Bill setting out its plans for rail reform.
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East Midlands Railway apologises to Martin Lewis for ‘disgraceful’ train journey
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Broadcaster Martin Lewis took to social media to complain about his experience on an overcrowded East Midlands Railway service.
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Major rail engineering work to be carried out on weekdays in trial
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Major rail engineering work will take place on two weekdays this month as part of a trial responding to a change in travel patterns.
