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Churnet Valley Railway announces planned reopening
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Churnet Valley Railway has announced they will be operating services again from the August 1, in line with government guidance.
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Researchers solve long-standing myth of the Hetton locomotive
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Researchers have solved one of the longest standing early railway mysteries that disproves claims linking a Hetton Colliery locomotive to George Stephenson.
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Exbury Gardens chuffed to have its steam railway back on track for passengers
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TICKETS PLEASE! The popular Rhododendron Line steam railway at Exbury Gardens is now open to visitors.
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Nine railways you can enjoy a brew or pint at
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While some heritage lines have yet to recommence their regular train operation, they have reopened their refreshment facilities. If you fancy a day out which also supports a heritage railway – perhaps combining it with a walk or cycle ride – why not call in for a cuppa, a pint or piece of cake or…
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Railways returning to action!
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It’s been a long time coming, but the main 2020 season for a number of Britain’s heritage railways and attractions is springing into action following the gradual easing of Covid-19 restrictions. Therefore, we thought we’d bring you a list in alphabetical order of which venues are operating and when they’re set to recommence. Note however,…
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UK railway news roundup
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After the latest government announcements, the heritage railway sector starts to wake up again after nearly four months of closures.
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Back by popular demand – New batch of O gauge class 50s revealed
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After the phenomenal response to Heljan’s first release of O gauge Class 50s in late-2019, the company has received many requests to produce more models in the most popular liveries.
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On this day: Mallard breaks steam locomotive world speed record
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On 3 July 1938, the A4 class locomotive Mallard raced down Stoke Bank at 126mph to set a new steam locomotive world speed record. That record still stands.
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Severn Valley Railway announces reopening from early August
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Severn Valley Railway has announced it will reopen for passenger services from August 1 with a range of excursions aimed at bringing families together.
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North Norfolk Railway announces return to service
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The North Norfolk Railway has announced they will be reopening from 8 July for steam train services on the popular Sheringham to Holt line.
