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January 1975: A Class 40 Battles the Storm — One Night on the Footplate in a Scottish Deluge
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In January 1975, The Railway Magazine published a vivid first-hand account of what it was like to work a diesel locomotive through extreme weather on Scotland’s west coast. Written by Derek Cross, the piece captures an unforgettable night spent on the footplate of a Class 40 during violent rain, gale-force winds and near-zero visibility. The…
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Issue 341
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With Heritage Railway magazine, you can keep up to date with essential railway news, days out and lots more! You won’t want to miss issue 341 of Heritage Railway magazine.
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Eurostar celebrates 400 million passengers
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Eurostar gave its 400 millionth passenger a first class upgrade and complimentary bottle of champagne.
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Swiss Re 4/4 Locomotives: How Switzerland Pioneered High-Speed Electric Rail Travel in 1946
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In 1946, the Swiss Federal Railways (SBB) introduced a new generation of lightweight, high-speed electric locomotives that would set a benchmark for post-war European rail traction. The Re 4/4 class, rated at 2,400 horsepower, was designed specifically for fast express passenger services linking Geneva, Berne and Zürich. A total of 26 locomotives entered service, each…
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“Locomotive Men”: A 1943 Railway Magazine Insight into Rivalries, Pride and Steam-Era Culture
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Originally published in a 1943 issue of The Railway Magazine, “Locomotive Men” by Philip Spencer offers a vivid snapshot of the culture, rivalries and professional pride that defined Britain’s steam-era railwaymen. Spencer highlights how loyalty among drivers and firemen often ran deeper than allegiance to the post-Grouping “Big Four”. Instead, men continued to identify strongly…
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Preserving London Underground Heritage: The Challenge of Saving Class 483 and Tube Stock
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Preserving former London Underground rolling stock is one of the most demanding challenges in railway heritage — requiring space, funding, specialist knowledge and long-term volunteer commitment. A detailed look at current projects highlights both the dedication involved and the scale of the task ahead. Following their withdrawal in January 2021, former 38 Tube Stock units…
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First train in EMR’s new £400m fleet to enter service in December
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The first Aurora train from East Midlands Railway’s new £400 million fleet will enter service in December, Transport UK and EMR announced.
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Storm Amy caused over 480 incidents across ScotRail network
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ScotRail has praised the hard work of its staff and thanked customers for their patience in the aftermath of “real challenges” presented by Storm Amy.
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Issue 334
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With Heritage Railway magazine, you can keep up to date with essential railway news, days out and lots more! You won’t want to miss issue 334 of Heritage Railway magazine.
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£445m investment in Welsh railways to come over 10 years
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Welsh rail projects will receive £445m in additional funding – but cash will come over 10 years, the Chancellor has announced.
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