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From Two Miles to 11: How the Mid-Norfolk Railway Grew from Its Historic 1997 Reopening
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On 26 July 1997, a Manning Wardle steam locomotive and a Class 122 ‘bubble car’ marked the return of passenger trains to Dereham station. Nearly three decades later, the Mid-Norfolk Railway has grown into an established heritage railway, fulfilling much of the ambition that inspired its early volunteers. On Saturday, 26 July 1997, the Mid-Norfolk…
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Class 37 double-header weekend announced for December – two railtours, rare routes and festive destinations
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UK Railtours has confirmed a weekend of English Electric Class 37 action on 11 and 12 December 2026, with two special excursions offering enthusiasts the chance to enjoy classic locomotive-hauled travel across East Anglia, London and Kent. Rail enthusiasts have two opportunities to enjoy Class 37 mainline action this December, with UK Railtours confirming traction…
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From the 1989 Archives: Braking Fault Forces Withdrawal of BR’s Entire Class 90 Fleet
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From the October 1989 issue of The Railway Magazine All 30 new Class 90 Intercity electric locomotives were temporarily withdrawn by British Rail on 17 August following the discovery of a braking system fault. The contemporary report also covered concerns involving other rolling stock and two derailments during July and August. Braking fault forces recall…
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Santa Needs You! Llangollen and Corwen Railway Launches Christmas Volunteer Appeal
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Free lunch, festive fun, lifelong friendships and the chance to make magical memories as the Railway seeks elves, greeters, raffle stewards and Welsh-speaking volunteers Llangollen and Corwen Railway is calling on people across North Wales and beyond to become part of the Christmas magic, as the heritage railway prepares to welcome thousands of families aboard…
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Northern Rock set for first-ever visit to Romney, Hythe & Dymchurch Railway
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Absolutely — clean copy/paste version, no reference links: Northern Rock set for first-ever visit to Romney, Hythe & Dymchurch Railway The Romney, Hythe & Dymchurch Railway will welcome Northern Rock from the Ravenglass & Eskdale Railway for the first time during its Autumn Gala Weekend on October 17-18, 2026. The locomotive will be the star…
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East Lancashire Railway adds British Sign Language interpreter to Santa Specials for first time
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The East Lancashire Railway has teamed up with foster care and special needs provider Family Care to provide a British Sign Language interpreter for children on selected Santa Special trains later this year, in what will be a first for the railway. The new facility will be available for families to book from November on…
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Steam, diesel and 14 journeys a day for Llangollen Railway’s spectacular 50th finale
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Two steam locomotives, three heritage diesels and a Heritage Railcar will take to the tracks as Llangollen and Corwen Railway brings its 50th anniversary celebrations to a spectacular conclusion on Saturday 12 and Sunday 13 September. The 50 Years Finale Celebration Weekend has today announced it’s ambitious, intensive timetable for the Gala Weekend. The weekend…
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MBE Fabrications changes ownership as founder Mel Burrell prepares to retire
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MBE Fabrications Limited, the specialist manufacturer behind Premier Pits and Premier Substructures, has completed a change of ownership following its acquisition by MBE Capital Private Limited. The transaction enables founder and Managing Director Mel Burrell to progress his planned retirement, while supporting an orderly handover of the business to new owners David Myles and Anuj…
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From the archive: Mid-Hants Railway celebrates 20 years with a packed 1993 gala
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n September 1993, The Railway Magazine reported on a successful Mid-Hants Railway gala marking 20 years of operation. The event featured visiting locomotives, intensive services and progress on projects across the railway. A capacity gala OVER the weekend of 3/4 July, the Mid-Hants Railway held a very successful gala event to celebrate 20 years of…
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Railwayana with canal connections makes its mark at auction
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Railway safety instruments with strong canal connections were the star items of inland waterways memorabilia under the hammer in May and June, while a poster and a Shropshire Union Canal bridge notice also made their mark. The highest-priced canal-related safety instrument, featured in a major auction held by Great Central Railwayana on June 6, was…
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