heritage transport

Peak Rail announces action-packed Steam Gala for August

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Mark Lancaster

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1st July 2026

PEAK Rail has unveiled the line-up for its 2026 Steam Gala, with five steam locomotives set to star during a packed weekend of heritage railway action on August 8-9. Taking place at Rowsley South Station in the heart of the Derbyshire countryside, the event promises intensive passenger and freight train services, alongside a host of…
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Exclusive Class 507 Simulator makes Welsh debut at Classic Transport Weekend

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Mark Lancaster

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30th June 2026

Visitors to this year’s Classic Transport Weekend at the Llangollen and Corwen Railway will have the rare opportunity to take the controls of a Class 507 train when an exclusive driving simulator makes an appearance at one of the UK’s premier heritage transport events. Taking place on July 4 and 5, the Classic Transport Weekend…
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Railway Gears Up for Biggest Ever Classic Transport Weekend

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Mark Lancaster

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23rd June 2026

The Llangollen and Corwen Railway is preparing for its biggest ever Classic Transport Weekend on Saturday 4 and Sunday 5 July, with close to 400 classic vehicles set to descend on Glyndyfrdwy Station for what promises to be one of the largest heritage transport gatherings in North Wales. Visitors can expect an extraordinary display of…
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