More than 150 events are being held at railway stations across the UK to encourage people to talk to each other on Blue Monday – described as the most depressing day of the year.
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UK railway news round-up
There’s a stark warning for the bosses of HS2 as the Wildlife Trusts reveal the high speed project could destroy irreplaceable natural habitats. Here’s this week’s round-up.
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Records tumble as public flock to heritage lines
The first reports from several heritage railways suggest they enjoyed a bumper year and festive season.
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Midnight burglars steal 24 enamel advertising signs from McAlpine railway
Twenty-four historic enamel advertising signs were stolen from the late Sir William McAlpine’s private Fawley Hill estate in Buckinghamshire early on Monday, January 6.
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Fred Dibnah Remembered | ‘Nut Roast’ and the Red Rose Steam Society
“Fred Dibnah was an icon for the movement, he has certainly left his mark and I, along and with many others, certainly feel the better for having known him.”
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Stuck for present ideas? We’ve got you covered!
The next two weekends are expected to be some of the busiest shopping days of the year; luckily you can beat the rush of the High Street with these great gifts.
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Last minute Christmas gift: Sir Nigel Gresley mug
If you are looking for a last minute gift for the steam enthusiast or for yourself then look no further than this splendid mug.
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The official last day of steam
Sunday, August 4, 1968 – the day named by British Rail for the end of ‘normal’ steam – saw just two engines with a full head of steam at Rose Grove.
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Rail passengers urged to start conversations on Blue Monday
More than 150 events are being held at railway stations across the UK to encourage people to talk to each other on Blue Monday – described as the most depressing day of the year.
Read moreUK railway news round-up
There’s a stark warning for the bosses of HS2 as the Wildlife Trusts reveal the high speed project could destroy irreplaceable natural habitats. Here’s this week’s round-up.
Read moreRecords tumble as public flock to heritage lines
The first reports from several heritage railways suggest they enjoyed a bumper year and festive season.
Read moreMidnight burglars steal 24 enamel advertising signs from McAlpine railway
Twenty-four historic enamel advertising signs were stolen from the late Sir William McAlpine’s private Fawley Hill estate in Buckinghamshire early on Monday, January 6.
Read moreVIDEO: Ex-LNER ‘A4’ No. 60009 Union of South Africa in incident with carriage
Footage has emerged of an incident involving ‘A4’ No. 60009 Union of South Africa at East Lancashire Railway on December 22.
Read moreFred Dibnah Remembered | ‘Nut Roast’ and the Red Rose Steam Society
“Fred Dibnah was an icon for the movement, he has certainly left his mark and I, along and with many others, certainly feel the better for having known him.”
Read moreISSUE 262 ON SALE!
Festive lights, destroyed Turkey’s, anniversaries and holiday railway guides; the 262 issue of Heritage Railway has plenty of content to keep you busy this December.
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Outlining the measures in the Queen’s Speech, the new Conservative majority government is introducing a new law to combat the disruption caused by railway strikes.
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In a week dominated by election coverage, we try and swerve away from the General Election and give you the important stories from across our railways.
Read moreGet the perfect gift this Christmas with Mortons Books!
Mortons Media Group has launched a range of non-fiction books to complement the selection of Mortons bookazines available from retailers all over the world.
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