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  • First train with Great British Railway branding unveiled

    First train with Great British Railway branding unveiled

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    The first train displaying Great British Railways (GBR) branding has been revealed.

  • All Aboard for Dee Valley Volunteer Adventure

    All Aboard for Dee Valley Volunteer Adventure

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    The Llangollen and Corwen Railway is inviting local people to enjoy a unique day of free train travel on Saturday, June 6, through the stunning Dee Valley while discovering the rewarding world of heritage railway volunteering. ‘Volunteer at our Stations – An Open Day on the Move’ will take place, giving visitors the opportunity to travel…

  • Ride the Rocket Returns for Spectacular Fireworks Extravaganza

    Ride the Rocket Returns for Spectacular Fireworks Extravaganza

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    A magical evening of steam, spectacle and fireworks is set to light up the Dee Valley this autumn as the Llangollen Railway launches ticket sales for its hugely anticipated “Ride the Rocket” experience on Saturday, 7 November 2026. Departing from Llangollen Railway Station at 6pm, passengers will enjoy a return steam-hauled journey to Corwen aboard…

  • The full HS2 timeline: from inception to today

    The full HS2 timeline: from inception to today

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    HS2 has been a controversial project since plans emerged in 2009, marked by delays, environmental concerns, and spiralling costs.

  • HS2 could cost more than £100bn and may not open until 2039, says minister

    HS2 could cost more than £100bn and may not open until 2039, says minister

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    HS2 could cost more than £100 billion and may not open until 2039, Transport Secretary Heidi Alexander has announced.

  • Avanti West Coast to cut services after Government asks it to save money

    Avanti West Coast to cut services after Government asks it to save money

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    Avanti West Coast will axe one in seven train services following a Government request to reduce spending, the operator said.

  • Special celebration of railway pioneer George Stephenson planned for June

    Special celebration of railway pioneer George Stephenson planned for June

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    A special celebration of the life of ‘Father of Railways’ will take place in Chesterfield next month.

  • From the archive: Strengthening Brunel’s Last Masterpiece

    From the archive: Strengthening Brunel’s Last Masterpiece

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    An archive feature from June 1968 detailing strengthening work on Royal Albert Bridge, Saltash, including structural testing, engineering analysis, and modifications to accommodate increased axle loads. INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION of 100-ton bogie tank wagons on specified routes of British Railways has led to the examination of structures on those where use of these wagons would affect…

  • Long-awaited legislation for new rail body in King’s Speech

    Long-awaited legislation for new rail body in King’s Speech

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    The King’s Speech on Wednesday included long-awaited legislation to create a new public sector body to oversee Britain’s railways.

  • June 2026

    June 2026

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    Rail Express is essential reading for today’s rail enthusiasts and photographers; and the June issue brings you the latest news, headlines, images and features from across the entire rail network.


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