Heritage Railway
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Great Northern marks 170 years of its first train into London
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From locomotive steam trains to electric class 387s, 700s and 717s – lots has changed since 1850 but the Great Northern route remains the same.
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Unseen photos emerge of Lincolnshire Coast Light Railway
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Previously unseen photos of the Lincolnshire Coast Light Railway have been unearthed, showing a fascinating glimpse into the history of the line.
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North Yorkshire Moors Railway reveal second phase reopening plans
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After a hugely successful opening weekend, the North Yorkshire Moors Railway has released plans for the second phase of reopening to the public.
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Severn Valley Railway back in business after months of closure
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This weekend saw a huge moment in the heritage railway sector as the Severn Valley Railway (SVR) reopened to the public – after months of closures due to COVID-19.
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World’s first iron railway bridge returns to Locomotion
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Gaunless Bridge, the world’s first iron railway bridge, is returning to Locomotion in Shildon, County Durham.
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Bluebell Railway celebrates six decades of world’s most popular line
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Bluebell Railway was due to celebrate six decades since the first green shoots of one of the world’s most popular and successful heritage lines appeared.
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National collection locomotive No. 777 Sir Lamiel to undergo overhaul
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The sole-surviving member of the Southern Railway’s N15 ‘King Arthur’ Class, No. 777 Sir Lamiel, is set to return to steam following a new overhaul agreement.
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Kent & East Sussex Railway reopening welcomed by local MP
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Steam trains will run this weekend (18/19 July) for the first time since the enforced coronavirus lockdown.
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UK railway news roundup
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This week, researchers announce they have solved an early railway mystery regarding the Hetton locomotive, plus heritage railways begin to reopen their doors!
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Lakeside and Haverthwaite Railway reopens after COVID-19 closure
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The Lakeside and Haverthwaite Railway is now open daily – following months of closures due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
