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From the archive: ‘Snowdon’ rebuilt on the Snowdon Mountain Railway in 1963

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Mark Lancaster

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12th September 2026

In the September 1963 issue of The Railway Magazine, major repairs to Snowdon Mountain Railway locomotive No. 4, Snowdon, were reported following work at the Hunslet Engine Co. Ltd., of Leeds. The article detailed the locomotive’s unusual Abt system features, its rebuilt components and its return to Snowdonia. “Snowdon” rebuilt THE recent major repairs effected…
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From the archive: School or ‘Silver Jubilee’? A 1982 look back at a forerunner of the High Speed Train

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Mark Lancaster

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10th September 2026

In the September 1982 issue of The Railway Magazine, D. L. A. Smith recalled playing truant in September 1935 to see the LNER’s new “Silver Jubilee” train on its Press Run. His account records the appearance of Silver Link, the passing of the train at Oakleigh Park and the later history of the “Silver Jubilee”.…
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Masters of Models: Great suppliers for every railway modeller

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Mark Lancaster

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24th August 2026

From specialist DCC equipment and sound to new and pre-owned locomotives, rolling stock, track, scenery and complete layout solutions, there’s a huge amount of expertise available to railway modellers across the UK. We take a look at some of the businesses featured in the latest Masters of Models advertising feature in Rail Express. Railway modelling…
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Join the Journey at Llangollen and Corwen Railway

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Mark Lancaster

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20th August 2026

The Llangollen Railway Trust is encouraging supporters to become members as one of Wales’ leading heritage railways celebrates its landmark 50th anniversary year. With close to 1,000 members and around 400 active volunteers, the Trust plays a vital role in preserving and developing the award-winning railway, which runs for ten miles through the spectacular Dee…
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Steam and diesel gala to mark 20 years at the Kirklees Light Railway

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Mark Lancaster

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19th August 2026

The Friends of the Kirklees Light Railway are preparing to celebrate their 20th annual Steam and Diesel Gala this September, with three days of intensive railway action at Whistlestop Valley. The event is set to take place on Friday 11, Saturday 12 and Sunday 13 September 2026, with visiting locomotives Northern Rock and River Mite…
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From the archive: Glasgow museum receives one of Britain’s last fireless steam locomotives

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Mark Lancaster

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13th August 2026

From the August 1969 issue of The Railway Magazine, A. Kempsell reported on the preservation of a fireless steam locomotive formerly used at Dalmarnock Power Station. The locomotive had been presented to Glasgow’s Museum of Transport by the South of Scotland Electricity Board. A permanent home in Glasgow ONE of the last fireless steam locomotives…
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Enjoy nostalgic memories of the past at the 2026 Shrewsbury Steam Rally

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Mark Lancaster

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31st July 2026

The ultimate family-friendly event! The 2026 Rally is a family-friendly, two-day event and takes place on the August Bank Holiday, Sunday 30th August and Monday 31st August in the beautiful setting of Onslow Park, Shrewsbury. The event has a variety of over 1200 highly-entertaining attractions that include the wonderful spectacle of working steam engines and…
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Archive: The Maldon Branch in 1959

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Mark Lancaster

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9th July 2026

From the December 1959 issue of The Railway Magazine, P. J. Norris looks at The Maldon Branch, including Maldon East & Heybridge, Wickham Bishops Station, Langford & Ulting Station and Maldon Station. The article records the branch’s passenger services, goods traffic, station buildings and operating details as they stood at the time. ONE of the…
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Daughter to revive Clevedon miniature railway once run by her father

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Mark Lancaster

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27th June 2026

CLEVEDON’S disused miniature railway is to be revived by the daughter of the line’s previous operator. Robin Jones reports… North Somerset Council has appointed Emma Coles and her family to the helm of the once much-loved attraction, alongside announcing a wider programme of rejuvenation at Salthouse Fields and Clevedon seafront. Last September, the council began…
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The Flying Scotsman visit is a flying success

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Mark Lancaster

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24th June 2026

The East Lancashire Railway was excited to welcome the legendary Flying Scotsman back onto its track for an array of unique experiences at the beginning of June. Ever since the railway played a key role in her historic restoration, she has held a special place in the heart of the ELR. Her occasional visits are…
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