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Enormous HS2 Tunnel Boring Machines set for 10-mile tunnel excavation

HS2 reveal images of the first two completed giant Tunnel Boring Machines to be used in the first phase of the high speed rail project.
HS2 launches race for high voltage power supply systems

Following on from the government’s green light for construction, HS2 have begun the search for contractors to deliver the high voltage power supply systems.
Unseen photos emerge of Lincolnshire Coast Light Railway

Previously unseen photos of the Lincolnshire Coast Light Railway have been unearthed, showing a fascinating glimpse into the history of the line.
Centuries old viaduct designed by George Stephenson to be restored

An 180-year-old viaduct designed by railway pioneer George Stephenson is undergoing a multi-million-pound restoration.
UK railway news roundup

This week we learn more about HS2’s new Curzon Street station. Plus North Yorkshire Moors Railway reveals their second phase of reopening.
North Yorkshire Moors Railway reveal second phase reopening plans

After a hugely successful opening weekend, the North Yorkshire Moors Railway has released plans for the second phase of reopening to the public.
New HS2 station set to reduce carbon emissions by 55%

The new HS2 Curzon Street station is set to reduce carbon emissions by an unprecedented 55%.
South Western Railway’s retiring Island Line fleet looking for new homes

South Western Railway (SWR) is looking for new homes for its retiring Island Line fleet.

Diesel

Churnet Valley Railway announces planned reopening

8th July 2020 Sam Hewitt

Churnet Valley Railway has announced they will be operating services again from the August 1, in line with government guidance.

Class 144 Pacers Nos. 144006/7 were driven from Keighley, West Yorkshire to Gobowen, Shropshire on May 22. They are seen at Gobowen – the second track from the right in the distance heads off to Oswestry. PHIL BRADLEY/CHR

Pacers delivered to Gobowen for Cambrian Heritage Railways

23rd May 2020

In tonight's episode, a heatwave hits the network hard, signalling equipment is out at Didcot and a surfeit of insects plague trains' windscreen wipers. Graeme Parker in the London Paddington control room.

Railways on TV – Paddington: A Year on the Tracks documentary series starts tonight

14th May 2020

The Seven Valley Railway is among the heritage railways which have ceased operations until further notice. GWR 0-6-0PT No. 7714 is seen arriving at Bewdley station. GARETH EVANS

Heritage railways trade body welcomes today’s government support – but detail remains to be clarified

20th March 2020

Electric

New HS2 station set to reduce carbon emissions by 55%

5th August 2020 Sam Hewitt

The new HS2 Curzon Street station is set to reduce carbon emissions by an unprecedented 55%.

Scotland rail workers pose with Abellio carriage

Scotland launch plans to decarbonise rail passenger services by 2035

28th July 2020

Railways on TV – Paddington: A Year on the Tracks documentary series starts tonight

14th May 2020

What happened at London Euston?

11th March 2020

Steam

Unseen photos emerge of Lincolnshire Coast Light Railway

7th August 2020 Sam Hewitt

Previously unseen photos of the Lincolnshire Coast Light Railway have been unearthed, showing a fascinating glimpse into the history of the line.

North Yorkshire Moors Railway reveal second phase reopening plans

6th August 2020

Severn Valley Railway back in business after months of closure

3rd August 2020

World’s first iron railway bridge returns to Locomotion

30th July 2020

Metro

14 interesting facts about the Tyne and Wear Metro

26th February 2020 Shannon Butcher

The North-East has plenty to offer visitors, although that may not include extensive railway activity. However, it is home to one of the few rapid transit systems in the UK, the Tyne and Wear Metro.

Tube services hit by strike linked to dispute over timetable changes

21st February 2020

London Liverpool Street station to help passengers with hidden disabilities

29th January 2020

Countdown begins to major Birmingham extension opening

6th January 2020

Modelling

Back by popular demand – New batch of O gauge class 50s revealed

3rd July 2020 Shannon Butcher

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.

Video: Stamford model railway show goes ‘virtual’

17th May 2020

A2B Model Railways continues to support modellers during difficult times

2nd April 2020

The Great Central Railway Model Event 2020 is cancelled

16th March 2020

Trams

The North Norfolk Railway is among the lines returning to action in July. LNER B12 No. 8572, BR 9F No. 92203 Black Prince and WD 2-10-0 No. 90775 are seen outside Weybourne shed on September 28, 2019: GARETH EVANS

Railways returning to action!

3rd July 2020 Gareth Evans

It’s been a long time coming, but the main 2020 season for a number of

In happier times, Blackpool Transport's Bombardier Flexity 2 No. 016 is seen at the resort's Pleasure Beach. GARETH EVANS

Blackpool trams to be suspended from Sunday

26th March 2020

Ipswich museum completes Cambridge horse tram restoration

5th January 2020

Heaton Park seeks expansion to display second-generation Manchester ‘T-68’ tram

24th October 2019

Minature

Busy weekend at Guildford

28th September 2019 Nigel Devereux

GUILDFORD Model Engineering Society (GMES) held its annual gala over the weekend of July 6-7.

Pilgrim returns to service at Watford Miniature Railway

28th September 2019

Old and new attractions at Newby Hall Railway

27th September 2019

VIDEO: Hornby Margate open weekend

25th September 2019

Network

New HS2 station set to reduce carbon emissions by 55%

5th August 2020 Sam Hewitt

The new HS2 Curzon Street station is set to reduce carbon emissions by an unprecedented 55%.

Network Rail launch cycling initiative with Cycling UK

5th August 2020

Scotland launch plans to decarbonise rail passenger services by 2035

28th July 2020

New Thameslink information screens at St Pancras station

New Thameslink screens at St Pancras improve passenger experience

27th July 2020

Narrow Gauge

South Western Railway’s retiring Island Line fleet looking for new homes

5th August 2020 Sam Hewitt

South Western Railway (SWR) is looking for new homes for its retiring Island Line fleet.

Two hybrid locomotives unveiled as Snowdon Mountain Railway reopens

9th July 2020

Railways returning to action!

3rd July 2020

The story of London’s little-known narrow gauge underground line

23rd April 2020

Industrial

New HS2 station set to reduce carbon emissions by 55%

5th August 2020 Sam Hewitt

The new HS2 Curzon Street station is set to reduce carbon emissions by an unprecedented 55%.

Behind the scenes at Long Rock

5th June 2020

Heritage Railway Association supports last gasp bid to save UK coal

3rd April 2020

Train refurbishment firm’s closure plan puts about 100 jobs at risk, union claims

31st March 2020

Freight

Behind the scenes at Long Rock

5th June 2020 Sam Hewitt

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.

What happened at London Euston?

11th March 2020

The Mid-Norfolk Railway welcomed the return of military freight traffic last week to its Wymondham to Dereham heritage line.

MoD traffic returns to Mid-Norfolk Railway for first time since 2009

9th March 2020

Holocaust Memorial Day: 75 years since liberation of Auschwitz camp

27th January 2020

Railtours

Severn Valley Railway announces reopening from early August

2nd July 2020 Sam Hewitt

Severn Valley Railway has announced it will reopen for passenger services from August 1 with a range of excursions aimed at bringing families together.