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Researchers solve long-standing myth of the Hetton locomotive
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Researchers have solved one of the longest standing early railway mysteries that disproves claims linking a Hetton Colliery locomotive to George Stephenson.
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Railways returning to action!
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It’s been a long time coming, but the main 2020 season for a number of Britain’s heritage railways and attractions is springing into action following the gradual easing of Covid-19 restrictions. Therefore, we thought we’d bring you a list in alphabetical order of which venues are operating and when they’re set to recommence. Note however,…
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Back by popular demand – New batch of O gauge class 50s revealed
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After the phenomenal response to Heljan’s first release of O gauge Class 50s in late-2019, the company has received many requests to produce more models in the most popular liveries.
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Severn Valley Railway announces reopening from early August
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Severn Valley Railway has announced it will reopen for passenger services from August 1 with a range of excursions aimed at bringing families together.
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North Norfolk Railway announces return to service
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The North Norfolk Railway has announced they will be reopening from 8 July for steam train services on the popular Sheringham to Holt line.
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Swanage Railway to reopen with social-distancing measures
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The Swanage Railway is to re-open with a special fundraising service protecting the health of passengers and staff.
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North Yorkshire Moors Railway crisis appeal reaches £350k
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North Yorkshire Moors Railway (NYMR) has received a huge cash boost after people rallied round to help keep its future on track.
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Behind the scenes at Long Rock
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Last year, Great Western Railway staged an open day at Long Rock depot, Penzance in April, raising money for the Penlee Lifeboat station and the RNLI.
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Seaton Tramway announces 24 hour Tramathon Live
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Seaton Tramway has announced its TRAMATHON fundraising appeal, which will see a week of live videos streamed online to help raise money to secure the future of the Tramway.
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Pacers delivered to Gobowen for Cambrian Heritage Railways
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Cambrian Heritage Railways (CHR) has acquired a pair of Class 144 Pacer diesel railbuses from Porterbrook leasing. Nos. 144006/7 travelled under their own power by rail to Gobowen from the Keighley & Worth Valley Railway on Friday, May 22, saving four separate lorry moves. The entire 23-strong class has recently been stored on the popular…
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