The death of Sir Nigel Gresley at Hertford on April 5, deprived the railway mechanical engineering profession of one of its most distinguished personalities.
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Author: Sam Hewitt
Sam Hewitt is the Digital Content Editor at Mortons Media Group. Sam has a Journalism degree from the University of Lincoln. When he’s not writing about engines he can be found at Keepmoat Stadium, supporting his beloved League One football team Doncaster Rovers.
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This week, the focus very much turns to the heritage railway sector, as railways are forced to close and furlough staff. But, in a sharp turn, new emergency funds and fundraising by the public could mean the heritage railways have plenty of life yet.
Read moreHeritage Railway Association supports last gasp bid to save UK coal
The government is days away from deciding whether or not a new UK coal mine should open.
Read moreOver £100k raised in Gloucestershire Warwickshire Railway Trust’s appeal
Over £100,000 has poured in to the Gloucestershire Warwickshire Railway Trust’s emergency appeal fund – just 10 days after the railway called out for help.
Read moreSevern Valley Railway emergency appeal hits £100,000 milestone
The coronavirus pandemic has forced the closure of the Severn Valley Railway, one of the country’s leading heritage attractions. But, the railway’s emergency appeal has already raised more than £100,000.
Read moreHeritage charities offer facilities to Network Rail during coronavirus period
Didcot Railway Centre and Swindon Panel Society are helping Network Rail prepare for rail service delivery during the coronavirus outbreak.
Read moreA2B Model Railways continues to support modellers during difficult times
Although the shop is closed to the public, modelling store A2B Model Railways is doing everything to support modellers during these difficult times.
Read moreNorth Norfolk Railway lifeline after society support package
The COVID-19 pandemic has brought difficult times for heritage railways across the UK, with lines closed and no fare income likely for some months.
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The coronavirus situation continues to cause chaos in the rail and transport industry as the UK faces lockdown. Services are slashed as demand collapses, social distancing measures are firmly in place and more events and runnings are postponed. Here’s this week’s roundup:
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