The East Midlands is a large and varied area, and its contribution to railway preservation is equally eclectic. The premier preserved steam railway is undoubtedly the Great Central Railway…
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The Government is going ahead with plans to reverse historical rail cuts, despite critics warning its £500 million budget is not sufficient.
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A real-life Ghost of Christmas Past resurfaced at the National Railway Museum at York at Christmas.
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After warnings for the bosses of HS2 from the Wildlife Trusts last time out, this week a leaked government review has revealed HS2 could cost up to £106bn.
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Unrestored Collett ‘Castle’ No. 7027 Thornbury Castle is to be restored for operation at the Great Central Railway (GCR) following its sale to a private buyer by Jonathan Jones-Pratt.
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Chris Newton recalls his recent driver experience course at the Nene Valley Railway on Deltic diesel locomotive No. 55019 Royal Highland Fusilier.
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We cover the story that the Weardale and Dartmoor Lines are being offered for sale, plus ‘Brighton Belle’ is ready for a 2020 comeback.
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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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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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The first reports from several heritage railways suggest they enjoyed a bumper year and festive season.
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