Grab the brand-new April issue of Railways Illustrated magazine for the best coverage of today’s railway scene.
Railways Illustrated reflects the energy and vitality of the present-day railway scene. Here’s what’s in the April issue:
Victorious!
A last chance to recreate a line-up of five Direct Rail Services Class 37s at York Holgate Works, fresh from the end of the Railhead Treatment Train services, was too good an opportunity to pass. Chris Gee details the work involved in turning his idea into reality, including the many considerations required in advance of the event.
Farewell to the Class 319s
January saw the final operational second-generation Class 319 electric multiple units stood down from passenger service with Northern, just a few weeks after London Northwestern Railway retired its final few operational examples. Martyn Hilbert presents a pictorial tribute.
Rail traffic to Winfrith
The Winfrith nuclear research facility in Dorset is nearing the end of its life as it is being decommissioned. Steve Stubbs takes a look at the rail traffic and general operation of the once busy site, as well as studying future plans for the land.
10 Pictures: Keith Dungate
10 Pictures this issue comes from the lens of Yorkshire-based railway enthusiast, photographer and retired train driver Keith Dungate. His chosen photographs were all taken after dark and feature a wide range of traction, making for an atmospheric selection.
Model Spot
A new Class 56 model is now available in OO gauge thanks to Cavalex Models, with the manufacturer making its first foray into powered models. Simon Bendall takes a look at the recreation of the popular Brush machines, with the available locomotives covering a wide variety of liveries and batches.
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