Network Rail has published its Environment Sustainability Strategy about the steps to be taken over the next 30 years “for rail travel to be the cleanest, greenest form of mass transport”. The report details Network Rail’s vision to serve the UK with the cleanest, greenest mass transport, with four core priorities;
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Works on historic Skerne Bridge ahead of 195th anniversary
Rail industry experts call for green investment post-pandemic
A new report from leading rail industry professionals calls for the government to put rail at the heart of a green post-pandemic economic recovery. The Building Back Better report, written by industry experts from the High Speed Rail Group and the Rail Delivery Group, calls for major investment into high speed
RMT to stage strikes on Caledonian Sleeper
MEMBERS of the RMT are to take industrial action on Caledonian Sleeper in October after a strike ballot, in protest at what the union claims is ‘SERCO's lack of concern for members’ safety and wellbeing’, and also the company’s ‘refusal’ to negotiate. Walkouts of sleeper hosts and sleeper team leaders have
Berlin Declaration Supports International Rail Freight
Commenting on its priority areas for rail, the declaration cites digitalisation – automation, interoperable IT systems, the deployment of ETCS and ERTMS both trackside and on-board – and research & innovation. Both of these areas underpin the Green Deal as they help drive modal shift and increase climate-friendly transport. Berlin Declaration
RAIB update on train derailment and fire at Llangennech
Photo: Network Rail The Rail Accident Investigation Branch (RAIB) has released more details into its investigation into the derailment and fire involving a tanker train at Llangennech last month. Network Rail revealed last week that the works at Llangennech are expected to continue throughout December ahead of a reopening in early
Rail industry reacts to end of rail franchising
Photo: Arriva The rail industry has reacted to the government’s announcement of an end to rail franchising in a major shake-up for the rail network. A series of Emergency Recovery Management Agreements are replacing the current model, focusing on high performance targets, simplifying journeys and address the continuing impact of the
Living the highlife
Many of Switzerland’s mountain railways play an essential role in keeping their communities alive, as Ben Jones discovered on a recent visit to the Lucerne region. EVERY year millions of people from all over the world squeeze into little trains in Switzerland, hoping to experience unforgettable mountain vistas and clean Alpine
Switzerland’s mountain railways keeping communities alive
Rigibahnen No. 22 leaves Rigi Staffel, heading back down the mountain towards Vitznau, with an afternoon service on January 9. This is one of the line’s most recent railcars, dating from 1986. BEN JONES Many of Switzerland’s mountain railways play an essential role in keeping their communities alive, as Ben Jones
Rail franchising ‘ended’ as Covid support extended
The government has announced an end to rail franchising in a major shake-up for the rail network. A series of Emergency Recovery Management Agreements replaces the current model, focusing on high performance targets, simplifying journeys and address the continuing impact of the pandemic on the railway. Transport Secretary Grant Shapps says
Colour scheme for new £362m Tyne and Wear Metro fleet revealed
Get your name in The North Yorkshire Moors Railway and the Esk Valley Line
The Aln Valley Railway – then and now
PREVIEW: September EDITION OF THE RAILWAY MAGAZINE
Britain’s best-selling rail title The Railway Magazine is back for another month of award-winning photos, news, features and exclusives from the rail industry, past and present. This month’s The Railway Magazine covers the recent derailment tragedy in Scotland, historic Kerr’s Miniature Railway closure and much more… Headline news Three people died following the
GTR spreads messages of support on World Suicide Prevention Day
To mark World Suicide Prevention Day, Govia Thameslink Railway (GTR) has unveiled a moving art project to raise awareness of its support to those who may be feeling vulnerable. The project ‘Affirmation Art’ sees a team of artists spraying motivational messages in chalk across station entrances and exits. Working closely with
Stonehaven report: Climate change impact on railways ‘accelerating’
Photo: Network Rail A report into the Stonehaven derailment has found that the impact of severe weather events due to climate change is “accelerating faster than our assumptions”. An interim report by Network Rail admits that the rail industry must improve its response to extreme weather – following the fatal derailment
Grand Central’s North West route between Blackpool & London abandoned
HS2 strengthen partnership to help ‘covid generation’ into work
HS2 is strengthening its partnership with the Social Mobility Foundation (SMF) to provide work experience places and 1:1 mentoring to ensure young people can access professional support. The rail company has been working with SMF for the last five years, though this year HS2 has adapted its traditional summer work
Bristol Temple Meads station celebrates 180 years
Photo: Network Rail Bristol’s Temple Meads marked 180 years since the station was built with a special celebration. Isambard Kingdom Brunel built the station in 1840 and to mark the occasion Network Rail and GWR celebrated its historic past and looked forward to a bright future as Bristol Temple Meads is
Network Rail urges passengers to plan ahead over Bank Holiday weekend
PREVIEW | Darlington: Home of Rail Engineering in the North-East
It’s almost 200 years since the small town of Darlington emerged as the cradle for a rail industry that transformed travel around the globe. When Locomotion made its pioneering run in 1825, no one could have envisaged that, 200 years later, countries from all around the world would have embraced this
Trips with a difference: 40 years of rail ale rambles
Dave Richardson recalls more than 40 years of connecting railways with beer festivals and brewery visits, organised by former Salisbury area BR manager Gerald Daniels. REAL ale and rail travel somehow go together, especially with heritage railways, which often hold beer festivals at stations or on board trains. Both interests appeal
Llangennech diesel train catches fire after derailing
Photo: Fran Jones A freight train carrying diesel has derailed and burst into flames in Llangennech, South Wales. The train involved was the 21.52 Robeston Sidings (Milford Haven) to Theale (Berkshire) oil train. British Transport Police were called to the scene at 11.29pm on Wednesday 26 August. Police said it had been
Monday essay: commuting catastrophe ahead?
ONCE again some media commentators are predicting the end of commuting as we have known it for well over a century, and implying that it also could spell disaster for public transport systems (writes Sim Harris). This kind of forecast is based on the quaint notion that transport organisations – rail
Crossrail delayed until 2022 and needs extra £450m
Obituary: R H N HARDY
1923-2018 RICHARD Hardy, who died on February 18, aged 94, was one of the last remaining professional links with the ‘Big Four’ and a railwayman who commanded as much respect in the preservation era as he did during his illustrious career with the LNER and British Railways. Known affectionately in his autumn
Remembering Richard Hardy
Images reveal scale of flood damage on Edinburgh to Glasgow line
All photos: Network Rail It could take months to reinstate the Edinburgh to Glasgow line as the scale of flood damage is revealed. Network Rail will be working around-the-clock to repair flood damage on the main line near Polmont. With the flood water subsiding from the tracks, engineers have now fully inspected
Rail fares to rise 1.6% in January despite massive passenger slump
July RPI rises by 1.6%, no decision on rail fares yet
Historic Welsh locomotive to steam again at Gwili Railway
Photo: National Railway Musuem The National Railway Museum and the Gwili Vintage Carriage Group have signed a three-year overhaul agreement to bring the last surviving Welsh standard gauge locomotive back into steam. Originally agreed in October 2019, plans to begin the overhaul of Taff Vale Railway No.28 were disrupted by the nationwide
THEN & NOW: Years Apart… Bestwood Park Junction, Nottingham
Hydrogen train trial for UK by 2020
Following the recent announcement of the Government’s intention to remove diesel trains from the network by 2040, KEITH FENDER looks at how Alstom has developed a hydrogen-powered train that will lead to a trial in the UK within two years. In early November, Alstom and the government of the German state
Stonehaven train derailment: What do we know?
The scene near Stonehaven. Photo: STV News An investigation has begun into the derailment of a passenger train near Stonehaven in which three people died and six others injured. The incident involved the 06.48 ScotRail service from Aberdeen to Glasgow Queen Street, which about a mile from Carmont level crossing at
Railway children urge passengers to wear face coverings
South Western Railway staff are using an unlikely voice to spread a message about face coverings. New station announcements have been recorded by two staff member’s children to call on passengers to wear face coverings and keep their distance from each other. The announcements are now being played across the South
‘Serious injuries’ after passenger train derails near Stonehaven
The scene near Stonehaven. Photo: STV News Three people are believed to have died and more seriously injured after a passenger train derailed near Stonehaven in Aberdeenshire, Scotland. Around 30 emergency vehicles, including an air ambulance, are at the scene and a major incident has been declared. The incident – involving the 06:38
Three feared dead after passenger train derails near Stonehaven
The scene near Stonehaven. Photo: STV News Three people are believed to have died and more seriously injured after a passenger train derailed near Stonehaven in Aberdeenshire, Scotland. Around 30 emergency vehicles, including an air ambulance, are at the scene and a major incident has been declared. The incident – involving the 06:38
Three people – including driver – confirmed dead after train derails near Stonehaven
The scene near Stonehaven. Photo: STV News Three people are believed to have died and more seriously injured after a passenger train derailed near Stonehaven in Aberdeenshire, Scotland. Around 30 emergency vehicles, including an air ambulance, are at the scene and a major incident has been declared. The incident – involving the 06:38
HS2 launches race for high voltage power supply systems
Following on from the government’s green light for construction, HS2 have begun the search for contractors to deliver the high voltage power supply systems. The systems will transfer electricity to the UK’s new high-speed rail link and allow millions of people to enjoy low carbon journeys between Birmingham, London and
A Lancashire half-century
Mark Smithers reports on the West Lancashire Light Railway, a family-friendly operation which has just celebrated its 50th anniversary after starting from humble beginnings in 1967. IN 1878, the standard-gauge West Lancashire Railway was opened from Southport to Hesketh Bank, with a through connection to Preston following in 1882. This line
Centuries old viaduct designed by George Stephenson to be restored
An 180-year-old viaduct designed by railway pioneer George Stephenson is undergoing a multi-million-pound restoration to improve passenger journeys and secure its future for generations to come. The £3.7m Great North Rail Project investment will see the Grade II listed Gauxholme viaduct grit blasted to its bare metal for structural repairs
Life after COVID-19: Lessons from past pandemics
PREVIEW: August edition of The Railway Magazine
Britain’s best-selling rail title The Railway Magazine is back for another month of award-winning photos, news, features and exclusives from the rail industry, past and present. This month’s The Railway Magazine covers the devastating news about the COVID-19 pandemic as the rail industry is hit hard, as train companies thank the
£40m Stevenage station platform opens for services
Photo: Network Rail Rail Minister Chris Heaton-Harris has announced the opening of a new £40 million platform and track at Stevenage station. Construction work on the project has been accelerated and delivered more than a year ahead of the revised schedule. Rail passengers will benefit from more frequent and reliable services as
Severn Valley Railway back in business after months of closure
MOVING IN, MOVING ON, MOVING OUT
Britain’s biggest train flee transformation since the 1950s
A Class 385, destined for ScotRail, inside the production hall at Hitachi, Newton Aycliffe, on November 20, 2017. CHRIS MILNER Words: The Railway Magazine Britain’s train fleet is undergoing its biggest transformation since the 1950s, with around 5,700 new vehicles being delivered or on order. Ben Jones looks at what we’ll be
Britain’s biggest train fleet transformation since the 1950s
A Class 385, destined for ScotRail, inside the production hall at Hitachi, Newton Aycliffe, on November 20, 2017. CHRIS MILNER Words: The Railway Magazine Britain’s train fleet is undergoing its biggest transformation since the 1950s, with around 5,700 new vehicles being delivered or on order. Ben Jones looks at what we’ll be
London Transport Museum appeal for donations
The London Transport Museum is appealing for donations towards maintaining its future as it looks to reopen in the autumn. The museum, which was forced to close its doors in March due to the COVID-19 pandemic, has announced losses of £1.5 million and counting. London Transport Museum needs you It costs £25,000 each
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£589 million to kick-start rail upgrades across the North
Improvements to rail services in the north of England will get a £589 million kick-start, the government has announced. The cash injection will go towards electrifying the line between Manchester and Leeds, and doubling the number of tracks on the most congested sections in and around Leeds and Huddersfield. The most
Livery Design: Giving the railway the ‘WOW’ factor
While many transport companies look to external agencies and specialists to develop and maintain their brand and image, some undertake the activity in-house. Virgin Trains was one of the companies that until recently had its own design unit. Steven Knight speaks with creative designer Sam Jessup, whose artistic talents were
Keeping Steam on the Network: Tyseley: Shaping the future of Main Line Steam?
As the steam railtour market undergoes one of its most significant overhauls in decades, Gary Boyd-Hope talks to Tyseley’s Michael Whitehouse about Vintage Trains’ bid to become an independent train-operating company owned by the general public. ONE year ago The Railway Magazine presented an in-depth look at the strategic vision laid
Tyseley: Shaping the future of main line steam?
Express steam trains working out of Birmingham, hauled by Great Western-designed 4-6-0s such as ‘Castle’ No. 5043 Earl of Mount Edgcumbe, is the unique selling point of the Vintage Trains Community Benefit Society. ROBIN COOMBES As the steam railtour market undergoes one of its most significant overhauls in decades, Gary Boyd-Hope
Apollo 11: The Mission to the Moon
This Thursday (16/07/20) marks the 51st anniversary of the Moon landing and AllMyReads has the perfect book to discover the story behind one of the most important events in space exploration. Check out this preview from the fantastic bookazine, Apollo 11. Lift-off occurred at 9.32am local time, 8.32am in Houston or
National Railway Museum & Locomotion announce return
The National Railway Museum in York and Locomotion in Shildon, County Durham have announced plans to reopen to the public this summer. Locomotion will reopen on Tuesday 28 July and the National Railway Museum will reopen the following week on Tuesday 4 August. Both sites have undergone a rigorous cleaning regime prior
Avanti West Coast release Tales from the Track film series
Avanti West Coast has released a new video giving people an insider-look from the unique viewpoint of a train driver. In an eight-part video series, Tales from the Track, Avanti showcase the West Coast Main Line from inside the driver’s cab of an iconic Pendolino – filmed during lockdown. Using a front-mounted
Churnet Valley Railway announces planned reopening
The Churnet Valley Railway has announced it will be operating services again from the August 1, in line with Government guidance. The railway went into an enforced closure from the March 24, with offices and workshops being closed for three weeks. During this time, the team at the Churnet Valley has raised
Researchers solve long-standing myth of the Hetton locomotive
Dr Michael Bailey and Peter Davidson with the Hetton locomotive. Photo: Ian Richardson Researchers in County Durham have solved one of the longest standing early railway mysteries that disproves claims linking a Hetton Colliery locomotive to George Stephenson. Dr Michael Bailey and Peter Davidson have proved that the locomotive was not built
How it’s done: Photography masterclass
Significant technical advances in digital cameras and lens quality has made possible the creation of images previously thought impossible. The editor meets professional and commercial photographer Jack Boskett, whose portfolio includes The Royal Family and celebrities. He explains the techniques used to create thought-provoking and dramatic railway photographs. Jack Basket (right)
Check out this railway photography masterclass
Significant technical advances in digital cameras and lens quality has made railway photography images previously thought impossible, possible. The editor meets professional and commercial railway photography Jack Boskett, whose portfolio includes The Royal Family and celebrities. He explains the techniques used to create thought-provoking and dramatic railway photographs. Jack Basket (pictured below)
Driverless Underground trains row flares after Prime Minister’s visit
THE Prime Minister Boris Johnson has suggested that introducing driverless trains on London Underground should be part of the autumn cash settlement for Transport for London. One senior union figure has condemned his remarks as ‘outrageous’. The government had not been funding TfL for some years, but the finances of London’s
Nine railways you can enjoy a brew or pint at
The East Lancashire Railway’s The Trackside pub at Bury Bolton Street station (pictured) reopened on July 4. The line’s other pub, Buffer Stops at Rawtenstall, also reopened for business on the same day. MIKE KELLY While some heritage lines have yet to recommence their regular train operation, they have reopened their
Railways returning to action!
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What’s inside the July edition of The Railway Magazine?
Britain’s best-selling rail title The Railway Magazine is back for another month of award-winning photos, news, features and exclusives from the rail industry, past and present. This month’s The Railway Magazine covers the devastating news about the COVID-19 pandemic as the rail industry is hit hard, as train companies thank the
Grand Central announce return to service after four-month hibernation
Train operator Grand Central has announced a measured return to service following a four-month period of hibernation during the COVID-19 lockdown. The company is inviting passengers to book for its West Riding and North East routes from July 26, and has thanked customers for their support whilst services have been suspended
New Trains for Old: From Upminster to Upcycled – Vivarail’s D-Train
Ben Jones visits Long Marston to find out how redundant District Line trains are being rebuilt to provide cheaper and greener alternatives to brand new multiple units – and how Vivarail is looking to the future with new methods of propulsion. SOMEWHERE deep in rural Warwickshire, a former London Underground ‘D
Win a signed copy of The Class 33s: A Sixty Year History!
From the archive: Experimental Vehicles – Ro-Railers: Ahead of their time or overtaken by events?
NEW Settle & Carlisle luxury charter train announced
From the archive: A narrow gauge railway under south London
Keith Fender reports on the construction of the Northern Line extension to Battersea, which has necessitated the construction of a narrow gauge railway under south London – albeit a temporary one. MAJOR tunnelling projects are normally accompanied by construction railways using locos designed for mining and tunnelling – by their nature
Coronavirus: You must wear face coverings on public transport from today
Face coverings on public transport – and for hospital staff, outpatients and visitors – will be compulsory in England from today. Anyone travelling by bus, train, ferry or plane in England should wear a face covering from today – to help reduce the risk of coronavirus transmission. The new rules coincide with a further easing of
GWR ‘masks’ high-speed train reminds passengers to wear face coverings
Great Western Railway (GWR) has created eye-catching artwork to remind customers to wear a face covering on its services from today (June 15). The train operator has applied artwork in the form of giant face coverings to either end of one of its high-speed Intercity Express Trains (IET). The ‘masked’ IET will
Stark warning after surge in level crossings misuse
From the archive: COUNTDOWN – Getting Farringdon ready for the Elizabeth Line
ARCHIVE: Getting Farringdon ready for the Elizabeth Line
Keith Fender has been given an exclusive tour of Farringdon, one of the major interchange points on the £16billion project. On December 9 the tunnel section of the Elizabeth Line under Central London will open to passengers, with services between Paddington and Abbey Wood via Canary Wharf running 15 times an
YOU can name the new East Midlands Railway Class 810 fleet
Photo: East Midlands Railway East Midlands Railway (EMR) has launched a competition to name its new Intercity Class 810 bi-mode trains. Hitachi is building 33 five-car trains for the operator. They will enter traffic from April 2022. EMR says entries must reflect train heritage, history or character of the East Midlands, or technological
Police close case of rail worker Belly Mujinga’s COVID-19 death
Belly Mujinga, mother to an 11-year-old daughter, died after testing positive for coronavirus. Photo: Family Handout British Transport Police (BTP) says no further action will be taken in relation to the death of Belly Mujinga, who contracted COVID-19 after being spat at while on duty at London Victoria station. Belly Mujinga, 47
Tube stations begin phased return
Photo: Nick Ansell/PA Wire More London Underground stations will begin reopening from Monday (June 8) as lockdown restrictions are gradually lifted. When lockdown measures were introduced in March, many Underground stations were closed with only key stations remaining open. TfL announced on May 18, following discussions with the Government before the announcement of
From the archive: SHADOWED BY THE STATE – from Ukraine with love?
From Ukraine with love? Railway photographer shadowed by the state
Win a signed copy of By Rail to the Music Halls
New COVID-19 virucide being used by Govia Thameslink
Photos: Govia Thameslink Railway Govia Thameslink Railway (GTR) is using a powerful new virucide on trains, stations and staff areas that kills the coronavirus for up to 30 days. The virucide is being used on all the Southern, Thameslink, Great Northern and Gatwick Express train fleet, along with the stations and staff
Pacers delivered to Gobowen for Cambrian Heritage Railways
Cambrian Heritage Railways (CHR) has acquired a pair of Class 144 Pacer diesel railbuses from Porterbrook leasing. Nos. 144006/7 travelled under their own power by rail to Gobowen from the Keighley & Worth Valley Railway on Friday, May 22, saving four separate lorry moves. <img data-attachment-id="14806" data-permalink="https://www.railwaymagazine.co.uk/14804/pacers-delivered-to-gobowen-for-cambrian-heritage-railways/chr-pacer1/" data-orig-file="http://www.railsistem.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/pacers-delivered-to-gobowen-for-cambrian-heritage-railways.jpg" data-orig-size="899,586" data-comments-opened="0" data-image-meta="{"aperture":"0","credit":"","camera":"","caption":"","created_timestamp":"0","copyright":"","focal_length":"0","iso":"0","shutter_speed":"0","title":"","orientation":"0"}"
Notice to Proceed and Coronavirus – HS2 in 2020
Railway-News: First of all, congratulations on receiving the Notice to Proceed after HS2 got its approval in February. Since the coronavirus pandemic really stated impacting life in the UK in March, can you give us an overview of how the circumstances have affected HS2 so far? HS2 Ltd: Thank you. Notice
Notice to Proceed and Coronavirus – HS2 in 2020
Railway-News: First of all, congratulations on receiving the Notice to Proceed after HS2 got its approval in February. Since the coronavirus pandemic really stated impacting life in the UK in March, can you give us an overview of how the circumstances have affected HS2 so far? HS2 Ltd: Thank you. Notice
HS2: ‘Largest new railway station ever’ plans approved
HS2 west-London super hub, Old Oak Common. All photos: HS2 Ltd The HS2 west-London super hub, Old Oak Common, has had its planning application approved by the Old Oak and Park Royal Development Corporation yesterday. Work can now progress on building what is set to be the largest new railway station ever
Going the Extra Mile – A White Locomotive to Say Thank You
Railway-News: To start, could you tell us a little bit about Lineas and where your main areas of operation are? Lineas: Lineas is the largest private rail freight operator in Europe. Our purpose is to convince customers to modal shift their transport from road to rail, thereby improving their own supply chain
Through the Storm and Forward: Rail Transport at the Time of COVID-19
By Tommasso Spanevello, UNIFE The COVID-19 pandemic has severely disrupted economies around the world as it has forced people’s daily lives to a grinding halt. The coronavirus outbreak is reasonably expected to have lasting impacts on our individual behaviour and lifestyle, particularly on the way we work, consume and travel. In
Nene Valley Railway to re-open Overton refreshment kiosk
The Nene Valley Railway (NVR) has announced it is to re-open its refreshment kiosk at Overton station this coming weekend – Saturday and Sunday May 23/24. The intermediate station, which is located between Peterborough and Wansford, serves the popular Ferry Meadows country park. Trains services on the line remain suspended. <img
What’s inside the May issue of The Railway Magazine?
Britain’s best-selling rail title The Railway Magazine is back for another month of award-winning photos, news, features and exclusives from the rail industry, past and present. This month’s The Railway Magazine covers the devastating news about the COVID-19 pandemic as the rail industry is hit hard, as train companies thank the
York railway station at the centre of new television documentary
York railway station in 1903 The latest episode of a new television series, The Architecture The Railways Built, examines York railway station and its amazing history that helped to change the face of the city forever. At one time, the biggest station in the world, the programme reveals that the station that
Video: Stamford model railway show goes ‘virtual’
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Avanti West Coast introduce social distancing measures
On May 14, nine-car Pendolino No. 390008 passes the Daventry International Rail Freight Terminal with the 10.15 Manchester Piccadilly-Euston train, diverted via Northampton because of engineering work on the direct route via Kilsby Tunnel. Photo: Chris Milner Rail passengers have been told not to turn up at stations without an advance
Railways on TV – Paddington: A Year on the Tracks documentary series starts tonight
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More than 1,000 trespass incidents recorded in lockdown
Trespassers disrupted passenger and freight services a staggering 1,024 times during the first month of lockdown, new figures show. Numbers revealed by Network Rail show that people relying on the railway to get to work and essential supplies to hospitals and supermarkets were hit with over 380 hours of delays because
Tragedy on the West Coast Main Line: Defining moment in level crossing use
An aerial view of the devastating aftermath of the Hixon level crossing crash on January 6, 1968. The remains of the low-loader still straddle the rail line. The transformer lies beyond the crossing, dislodged by the electric locomotive. PRESS ASSOCIATION In the last part of our mini-series looking back to events
Boris Johnson predicts “glorious future” for Llangollen Railway
Prime minister Boris Johnson said in Parliament today that the Llangollen Railway (LR) has “a glorious future ahead.” It came on the same day the railway announced its Covid-19 appeal had received approximately £75,000 in share purchases and donations, helping to secure its future. Prime Minister Boris Johnson’s comment came during
Video: South Devon Railway from the footplate
Promising start to Epping Ongar SOS appeal
Essex’s Epping Ongar Railway says it has had a promising start to its £200,000 Covid-19 appeal. The appeal has raised nearly £14,000 in its first week, thanks to the support of well-wishers. GWR ‘Hall’ 4-6-0 No. 4953 Pitchford Hall returned to action in late 2019 sporting 1950s British Railways lined black